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There is nothing better than sitting outside on a warm summer evening watching the sun set. But then as those warm breezes start to turn a little chilly; our thoughts turn to patio heaters.

But before you look at those boring old tall, metal heaters, consider a gas fire pit. A fire pit is far more useful than a mono-directional bar heater, it’s circular design means that people seated 360 degrees around the pit can enjoy the warmth of a blazing fire.

 A fire pit from Oriflamme combines urban style with the outdoors. Not only do gas fire pits provide ambiance to your outdoor patio, they are easy to use. These fire pits are where you and your family or guests can gather round, or you can enjoy some alone time in front of the flickering blaze. They are so easy to use that you wouldn’t think twice about going outside on your own, starting the fire and relaxing.

With a traditional fire pit there is a lot more work to do to get it lit, and while those are fun, and have their place, Oriflamme fire pits are so easy and so different, you’ll find yourself using it far more often. Entertainers and homebodies alike will love a fire pit which adds warm ambiance to your outdoor patio area.

Many people dislike overhead gas or electric patio heaters, although they work well in Parisian sidewalk cafés, with plastic "walls" zipped to contain the heat. The problem is overhead rays sometimes cook your head while your legs freeze.

Patio fire pits and tables, fueled by propane or natural gas, are a brilliant addition and a red-hot outdoor trend. To see what all the buzz is about, come see one for yourself at West Sport in Sudbury, serving all of MetroWest, MA.

At West Sport we have an outdoor fireplace and several fire pits for your outdoor entertaining. With the Oriflamme Gas Fire Pit, you have a fire pit, ambiance, conversation piece, and serving table all in one. With various styles and designs, Oriflamme firepit tables combine sophistication and ambiance. These gas fire pits complete the setting in your outdoor room.

These gas fire pits are the first ever designed fire. Choose from Tuscan stone or granite, square or round, with 24 choices of colored fire glass; these fire pits are fully customizable. But even the fire can be designed as you can see from the video. Your fire can take the form of a sun, a school logo,  yin and yang or it can have no design at all. You have to see it to believe it. Oriflamme fire pit tables are cleaner, less expensive, and safer than other fire pits on the market; they are all handcrafted and made in the USA. Because they are fueled by propane, they are very easy to use. There is no need to worry about smoke, ashes or burning embers, the fire pits are self contained with a 2.5 gallon propane tank included.

At West Sport, we would be happy to show you how easy these firepit tables  are to assemble and light. But, they are so intriguing; we wanted you to see it right now.  

Home and gardening experts are seeing increasing trends that are integrating outdoor living spaces more and more into daily life. This is mainly due to the increase of "staycations" due to the sluggish economy. Locally, there is a growing demand for outdoor living areas. Homeowners are adding outdoor living spaces such as outdoor kitchens and patios, with all weather furniture and fireplaces.  Outdoor fire pits are big now, and so are Kamado Joe and Primo Smokers.

A week-long family vacation for four to Walt Disney World can cost $5,000 or more. Instead, homeowners are opting to increase the functionality and value of their homes with outdoor living areas. These spaces also provide relaxing backdrops for time with family and friends.

This type of project can be easily budgeted as well. Homeowners can put in the patio and outdoor grill area first, and then add the sink and counter space or the more expensive furniture later on. As long as it's well planned, it won't look piecemealed together.
 
West Sport in Sudbury specializes in upscale exterior living spaces and can handle everything from helping with grill styles and needs, to cabinet and counter configurations, to outdoor kitchen plans and installation. Larry, the owner of West Sport says "You should have an idea of what you want in your outdoor living space and to be sure to make the area big enough to handle it. Often people want to fit a table and chairs, a grill and a fire pit, but then they don't have room to walk around."

West Sport prides themselves on their breadth of products and new showroom. It provides an area where customers can visualize and touch the products. The showroom features many components of an outdoor kitchen, fireplaces and fire pits; and a new patio is being built in order to showcase pavers and patio benches.
 
"Bring us a general idea of what you want or would like to have," Larry says. "Come on in and look at the stuff; touch it, feel it, and see what you like and what will work for you."