Fire in a plain steel dish, and the evening finally slows down.
The Ashwood is a wide open fire bowl in 3 mm fabricated steel, finished in a natural rust patina, standing on a tapered four sided plinth with the rivet heads left showing down each corner seam. It measures 60cm across and 32cm tall, and it weighs 9 kg empty. Most garden fire bowls on the market are pressed from sheet about 1 mm thick. This one is 3 mm, three times that, and it is the whole difference. Thin steel buckles as it heats and cools, then splits along the fold. Thick steel takes the same heat and stays the shape it was made in.
The shape is deliberately quiet. A shallow dish, a plain flared base, no scrollwork and no cut out patterns, so what you look at is the fire and the people around it. It is made to live outdoors permanently: rust is the finish, not a fault, and weather deepens it.
Why we love it
◆3 mm steel, three times the thickness of the 1 mm pressed bowls this shape usually comes in, so it holds its shape season after season
◆The weight, 9 kg empty, so wind moves the smoke and not the bowl
◆The rust patina, warm orange across the broad faces, dark russet where water runs, and it only improves outdoors
◆The plain shape, a shallow dish on a flared plinth, no fretwork and no fuss, so it sits under anything from a stone terrace to a modern deck
Dimensions & Details
Size
60 cm diameter x 32 cm high
Weight
9 kg net
Materials
3 mm fabricated steel
Finish
Natural rust patina
Fuel
Wood
Style
French Provincial · outdoor fire · rust
Suitable for
Open garden, terrace or courtyard. Built to weather.
How to style it
A fire pit sets the seating, so place it first and arrange everything else around it.
Leave about a metre of clear ground on every side, then bring the chairs in to that line
Set it on stone, pavers or gravel rather than timber decking or dry grass
Ring it with lanterns at ground level so the light carries once the fire dies down
Pair it with the rest of our garden and outdoor pieces for one weathered palette
Stylist's TipLight it about half an hour before people arrive. The bowl needs that long to come up to heat, and the first warmth off the steel is what makes everybody sit down rather than stand around.
Care & Keeping
Let the ash cool completely, then lift it out and keep the bowl clear, because wet ash sits against the steel and holds moisture. Tip the bowl or cover it after heavy rain so water does not pool. The rust patina needs no sealing and will darken around the bowl with use, which is normal. Never use accelerants, never leave it burning unattended, and keep it well clear of walls, fences and anything overhanging.
Frequently Asked Questions
How thick is the steel?
3 mm throughout. Most garden fire bowls are about 1 mm, so this is three times the thickness, which is why it stays flat instead of warping or splitting at the folds after a few seasons.
Can it stay outside all year?
Yes. It is made for it, and the rust patina is a finished surface rather than damage. Tip out standing water after rain and lift the old ash, and it will keep going for years.
What can I burn in it?
Dry seasoned firewood. Keep the flames inside the bowl rather than piling it high, and skip treated or painted timber.
How big is it really?
60cm across the top and 32cm tall, so about shin height. It is a sitting-around size, not a small tabletop bowl.
Does it come assembled?
It arrives as the bowl and the base. The bowl sits onto the base, no tools and no fixings needed.
Will mine look exactly like the photos?
Close. The patina develops on each piece separately, so the spread and depth of the rust varies, and no two come out quite the same.
Because The Ashwood Fire Pit is finished by hand, slight variations in patina, texture and grain are natural and add to the unique character of each piece. Colour may also vary slightly between screens, all photography is taken in natural light.
SHIPPING & RETURNS
AUSTRALIA & NZ Australia Post Standard (2-8 business days) free if order is $100 or above (selected metro areas). Check your postcode.
Please refer to our shipping page for more information WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Express Shipping (8-15 business days).
RETURNS We expect you’ll love your purchases. On the off chance you don’t, we’re pleased to offer a refund or exchange.
We offer Returns on full-priced undamaged items within 100 days of purchase.
For more details visit our Returns page
PAYMENT METHODS
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The Ashwood Fire Pit, 3mm Rust Steel Bowl 60cmSale price$259.00Regular price$319.00
100-Day Money Back Guarantee◆Free Replacement If It Arrives Damaged◆Shipped From Sydney◆Delivery Insured Free◆Rated 4.98 by 4,566 Customers◆
100-Day Money Back Guarantee◆Free Replacement If It Arrives Damaged◆Shipped From Sydney◆Delivery Insured Free◆Rated 4.98 by 4,566 Customers◆
100-Day Money Back Guarantee◆Free Replacement If It Arrives Damaged◆Shipped From Sydney◆Delivery Insured Free◆Rated 4.98 by 4,566 Customers◆
100-Day Money Back Guarantee◆Free Replacement If It Arrives Damaged◆Shipped From Sydney◆Delivery Insured Free◆Rated 4.98 by 4,566 Customers◆
Got Questions?
We've got answers
What happens if my piece arrives damaged?
Every order is packed with care and insurance cover, but if anything arrives damaged, send us a photo as soon as possible and we'll arrange a replacement. No need to return the damaged piece.
Will my piece look exactly like the photos?
Very close, but expect small variations. Patina depth, paint distress and metal ageing will differ slightly from unit to unit.
Where do you ship from and how long does delivery take?
All Château Living orders ship from our Bribie Island warehouse in Queensland. Standard delivery is 3-7 business days, with tracking sent to your inbox the moment your order leaves us.
What if it doesn't suit my space when it arrives?
You're covered by our 100-Day Money Back Guarantee. If a piece doesn't suit your space, return it within 100 days of delivery for a full refund. We want every Château piece to feel like it was made for your home.
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