Grills + Fire Pits
Grills + fire pits for gardens and fire pit areas: fire pits, grill grates, tripod grills, woks, pans and kettles are available in different diameters, materials and weights. This makes it possible to organize the equipment by grilling surface, cooking method, fire pit area and space requirements.
Grills, fire pits and choosing the right setup
This category covers several steps involved in creating a cooking area around a fire. The fire pit forms the fireplace, a grate turns it into a grilling surface, a tripod supports the grate or cookware, and a base with a log compartment organizes the space underneath. Pans, woks and kettles differ in shape, diameter and capacity. A firewood rack keeps fuel in one fixed place. Diameter, shape, material and weight therefore matter, as does whether the intended use is grilling, frying or cooking.
Anyone adding to an existing fire pit should start with its diameter and the grate's support shape. For cooking over an open fire, the next decisions are the vessel and the tripod height. A new fireplace also requires a base, log compartment and enough available space. This sequence separates the key choices and prevents a grate, pan or wok from being selected by name alone.
Fire pits compared: 70 or 80 cm
The fire pits come in different diameters and steels. The 70 cm Corten steel fire pit is handmade and has a structured product weight of 14.0 kg. The 80 cm version is described in its product title as a steel fire pit and garden grill: 80 cm steel fire pit. This gives you a 70 cm version with a stated Corten steel construction and an 80 cm version whose title specifies steel. No other dimensions or weights for the 80 cm version should be inferred from its name.
Diameter affects the choice of the grilling surface above it. A 70 cm fire pit is paired with a 50 x 50 cm square grate, while 80 cm fire pits are listed with both 58 x 58 cm square grates and round 80 cm grates. When putting a set together, the fire pit shape, grate shape and assignment stated in the relevant product are what count. Setting up in the garden also requires a level surface, sufficient clearance from flammable objects and enough room to place the cookware in the cooking area.
Grill grates by shape, diameter and weight
Round grates follow the shape of a round fire pit or tripod. The 80 cm round grill grate made of raw steel has four handles and a structured weight of 6.5 kg. The 80 cm round stainless steel grate weighs 6.0 kg and has 4 mm thick bars. For 70 cm, the product data lists a mild steel grate weighing 4.5 kg and a stainless steel version also weighing 4.5 kg. The handmade 60 cm mild steel version is listed at 5.8 kg with 5 mm thick grate bars.
Square versions create a smaller, clearly defined support surface. The 58 x 58 cm mild steel grate weighs 4.5 kg and is listed for fire pits with an 80 cm diameter. The 50 x 50 cm version weighs 3.5 kg and is specified for a 70 cm fire pit. The weights help compare handling; the assignment between grate and fire pit is given in the respective product data.
Swivel grills and tripods
Swivel grills combine a tripod with a hanging grate and make use of the height above the fire. The model with an 80 cm stainless steel grate is listed with an assembled height of 210 cm and a product weight of 13.0 kg. A version with a 50 cm stainless steel grate also has an assembled height of 210 cm and weighs 10.0 kg. The grate diameters therefore mark two different grilling surfaces: 50 cm takes up less room, while 80 cm offers more support area. The choice also depends on the available height, swivel range and space beside the fireplace.
A tripod can also support cookware. In that case, not only the grate diameter but also the vessel's position above the embers is relevant. Woks with a crank allow the height to be changed depending on the set. With a swivel grill without suitable cookware, the grate remains the central surface; with a cooking area and wok, the vessel is the focus. These designs should therefore be compared according to planned use rather than assembled height alone.
Woks, pans and kettles for cooking over a fire
The 50 cm steel pan has a long handle, is designated for campfires and fireplaces, and weighs 7.0 kg. It has a flat pan cooking surface. The 60 cm mild steel wok is described with a wall thickness of 1.5 mm. Its structured product weight is listed as 4.8 kg; the product description additionally states approximately 6.5 kg. For comparison in this category text, the structured weight of 4.8 kg applies, while the difference is identified as a figure from the description.
For the 70 cm sets, one product lists a 200 cm tripod height, hand crank and a weight of 15.0 kg. Another 70 cm set has a 180 cm tripod, hand crank and weighs 14.5 kg. A 60 cm outdoor cooking set made of mild steel is listed at 12.0 kg. For larger quantities, a stainless steel kettle with a 14 litre capacity, lid and weight of 5.0 kg is also available.
Compare wok size and tripod height
A 60 cm wok needs less support area than a 70 cm wok. Despite having the same wok diameter, the 70 cm sets differ in tripod height and weight. The hand crank is explicitly included with the sets mentioned and changes the wok's position over the fire. Anyone installing the construction permanently in one place should pay particular attention to the suitable height and clear space around the tripod.
Pan or kettle?
The 50 cm pan with its long handle is designed for frying directly above the fireplace. The kettle holds 14 litres and is supplied with a lid; its shape and volume suit soups, stews or hot drinks. A wok offers a curved cooking surface instead of the flat pan. The choice thus depends on the food, quantity and available hanging system.
Bases, log compartments and firewood racks
Round fire pit bases separate the fireplace from the ground and partly combine this function with wood storage. The base with a 72 cm diameter is 30 cm high, made of mild steel and listed at 14.5 kg. The larger round base, 82 cm in diameter, is also 30 cm high and weighs 17.5 kg. The log compartment keeps fuel by the fireplace without replacing the grilling or cooking surface.
For storage beside the fire pit area, a mild steel firewood rack measuring 70 x 45 cm and weighing 11.5 kg is listed. A rack is a separate organizing surface, not a base for the fire pit. Planning therefore includes the rack's footprint, clearance from the fireplace and the amount of wood to be stored there. Additional ground plates and bases are available in round and square shapes; their dimensions should suit the particular fireplace.
Material and weight as selection criteria
The product data includes mild steel, raw steel, stainless steel and Corten steel. Mild steel is specified for woks, bases and several grates. The 80 cm raw steel grate is listed at 6.5 kg with four handles. Stainless steel appears in round grates and in the 14 litre kettle. Corten steel is specified for the handmade 70 cm fire pit weighing 14.0 kg. The material should therefore always be considered together with shape and diameter.
Weight ranges from 3.5 kg for the square 50 x 50 cm grate to 20.0 kg for the steel garden fireplace described. Examples in between include a 6.0 kg stainless steel grate, a 7.0 kg pan and a 15.0 kg 70 cm wok set. These figures help with transport, assembly and storage. They do not replace the exact dimensions given for the relevant product.
Selection in three steps
Frequently asked questions about grills and fire pits
Which grill grate is listed for an 80 cm fire pit?
For 80 cm fire pits, a square mild steel grate measuring 58 x 58 cm and weighing 4.5 kg is listed. Round 80 cm grates made of raw steel and stainless steel are also available. The assignment is given in the product data for each grate.
What is the difference between the two 80 cm grates?
The round raw steel grate weighs 6.5 kg and has four handles. The round stainless steel grate weighs 6.0 kg and is described with 4 mm thick bars. Material, bar thickness and weight are the clear points of comparison.
Why are two weights given for the 60 cm wok?
The structured product field states 4.8 kg. The description of the same wok additionally states approximately 6.5 kg. This category text uses the structured weight of 4.8 kg; the second figure is identified as a differing figure from the description.
Which wok size suits which space?
A 60 cm wok takes up less space than a 70 cm wok. The 70 cm sets are listed with tripod heights of 180 and 200 cm and with a hand crank. In addition to the wok diameter, the height and room to move must therefore be planned.
What are the differences between the bases with log compartments?
The round base with log compartment and a 72 cm diameter is 30 cm high and weighs 14.5 kg. The 82 cm model is also 30 cm high and weighs 17.5 kg. Diameter and footprint are the main differences between the two specifications.
Adjacent areas for garden planning
The fire pit area often involves other outdoor tasks. Garden and outdoor equipment covers additional equipment for the garden and patio. Garden tools support work around paths and beds. Garden irrigation covers the water supply for planted areas. Garden and plant accessories complement the surrounding design. This allows the fireplace, cooking area, wood storage and other garden work to be planned separately.