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The Carmen Hammered Copper Fire Pit by The Outdoor Plus measures 72 inches long and 16 inches wide, with a recessed 52-by-8-inch burning area. Choose a 16- or 24-inch body height; both versions have the same footprint and listed 40,000 BTU burner input.
The hammered surface adds texture across the copper enclosure, while outdoor exposure changes its color over time. The height choice also affects propane storage: the 16-inch version requires an external tank location, while the 24-inch version includes a door for internal tank storage.
Design & Construction
Individually handcrafted in the USA, the Carmen combines a hammered copper body with a recessed linear burner assembly. Repeated indentations break up the broad metal faces below the burning area without changing the enclosure's straight-sided profile.
Select copper for a surface that develops a patina, not a permanent match to one brown or metallic tone. A physical sample can help establish the starting palette alongside paving, timber and upholstery, but it cannot predict how each face will age in your setting. Allow for differences in color and texture between handmade units, particularly when specifying several together.
The 24-inch model raises the surround and burning area eight inches above the lower version and exposes more of the hammered copper face. Compare both heights with your seat cushions and the view between facing seats. The taller body changes that relationship without increasing the burning-area length or standard burner input.
The 8-inch-wide burning area sits within a body just 16 inches wide, leaving a narrow surround rather than a broad tabletop. Plan separate tables for drinks and serving pieces instead of relying on the ledge while the fire is lit. Keep objects outside the manufacturer's required clearances.
Sizes & Specifications
Both heights share the same burning-area dimensions, listed burner input and suggested fire-glass quantity. Choose the height for the seating arrangement and propane-storage requirements, not for additional burner capacity.
| Height Option | Dimensions (L × W × H) | Burning Area (L × W) | Listed BTU Rating | Suggested Fire Glass |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16-inch tall | 72 × 16 × 16 in. | 52 × 8 in. | 40,000 | 44 lb |
| 24-inch tall | 72 × 16 × 24 in. | 52 × 8 in. | 40,000 | 44 lb |
The fire-glass quantity is a suggested ordering amount, not a media-depth instruction. Follow the requirements for the selected burner and ignition system when placing media. The listed BTU rating describes burner input, not a guaranteed heating area.
Ignition & Fuel Options
Choose a natural gas or liquid propane configuration to match the planned gas supply. Six ignition options are available:
- Match Lit: Light the burner manually without an electrical connection.
- Match Lit with Flame Sense: Manual lighting with flame monitoring that shuts off the gas if the flame goes out.
- Low Voltage Electronic: Electronic ignition requiring a suitable low-voltage power supply.
- Plug & Play: Electronic ignition that connects to a suitable electrical outlet.
- Spark Glow: Battery-powered spark ignition without a separate lighter.
- Fire Glow: Battery-powered spark ignition with flame monitoring and automatic gas shutoff.
For the 16-inch propane version, resolve the external tank location and approved gas connection before completing the furniture layout. For the 24-inch version, confirm compatible tank dimensions and leave room to open the access door and change the cylinder without moving the fire pit.
Select the ignition system before completing gas lines, electrical work or surrounding paving. Have your installer confirm supply pressure, gas-line sizing and power requirements for the exact configuration. Keep controls and service access reachable after furniture is in place.
Decorative Media & Accessories
The Carmen includes a fire pan, burner, selected ignition configuration and lava rock. Optional fire glass changes the appearance of the recessed burner bed. Choose a media color that works with a range of copper tones rather than one intended to match only the enclosure's initial finish.
Both body heights have the same suggested fire-glass order of 44 pounds. Choosing the taller enclosure does not require additional media for the listed burning area.
Catalog-listed upgrades include a Bullet Burner, glass wind guard, stainless steel burner lid and canvas cover. The two heights share the listed burner, lid and wind guard, but require different canvas covers. Specify the 16- or 24-inch body height when ordering a cover, not just the 72-inch length.
If choosing the Bullet Burner upgrade, confirm its input and gas-supply requirements before installation. Do not apply the standard burner's 40,000 BTU rating to the upgraded assembly without checking its specifications. A glass wind guard does not reduce required clearances or override restrictions on operating conditions.
Allow the unit to cool completely before fitting a lid or cover. Follow the manufacturer's care instructions before using copper polish, abrasive cleaners or protective treatments; products intended to restore bright, polished copper may not suit the supplied finish. Keep debris out of the burner area and ventilation openings.
Placement & Installation
The Carmen is intended for outdoor use only. Have a qualified installer confirm the supporting surface, ventilation, gas connection, required clearances and any electrical work before the unit is positioned.
The 16-inch body width is not the total space required between seats. Lay out the enclosure together with the manufacturer's required clearances, then check the arrangement with people seated. Preserve routes around both ends of the six-foot body, and include tank-door access and cylinder-changing space where applicable.
Check gates, steps and turns along the delivery route. Confirm unloading and final-placement arrangements rather than assuming delivery includes installation. Protect the copper enclosure from tools and nearby construction work.
For hospitality projects, include the changing copper surface in material approvals and maintenance instructions so the intended patina is not treated as a finish defect. Establish who will light and shut down the unit, maintain access for cleaning and service, and keep required circulation routes clear. Installation must follow the manufacturer's instructions and applicable local and commercial requirements.
California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, and carbon monoxide and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
| SPEC SHEET | Carmen Hammered Copper Fire Pit Spec Sheet |
|---|---|
| INSTALL GUIDE - MATCH LIT | Fire Pit Installation - Match Lit |
| INSTALL GUIDE - LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRONIC | Fire Pit Installation - Low Voltage Electronic |
| INSTALL GUIDE - PLUG & PLAY ELECTRONIC | Fire Pit Installation - Plug & Play Electronic |
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- Subjective Returns: Yes (eligible pieces only)
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