If you’re looking to add warmth and ambience to your Boston, MA outdoor spaces, there are few better ways to do it than with the addition of a fire pit. As well as allowing you to enjoy longer hours on your patio, even in the colder months, it can work as a unique design feature or focal point if needed. With the extensive variety of construction options available to you, choosing the right product may seem like a daunting prospect. Thankfully this doesn’t need to be the case. We’ve put together some showstopping concrete options for you to pick from when designing your outdoor space.
Rivercrest Wall
Rivercrest Wall is the very definition of rustic. Whichever color you opt for – the cool Coastal Slate or soft Buff – this hardy stacked flagstone alternative brings a level of old-world charm that’s hard to surpass. If your home has a historic architectural theme, or if you’re simply after a timeless design for your backyard, this could be the right material for your fire pit. Given its interesting aesthetic and the fact that it blends easily with the natural surroundings, most traditional pavers pair well with Rivercrest Wall.
Estate Wall
Estate Wall is a great choice for a fire pit with the look of natural stone and the durability of concrete. The textured finish gives it an antique, weathered look which exudes charm and authenticity, reminiscent of luxurious old English manor houses. Estate Wall is available in four colors in the Boston region, with each block featuring the subtle variation in hues one would expect from natural ledge rock. Available both as regular tumbled blocks, or as irregularly sized pieces, you’re sure to find a combination that works for the look you want to achieve.
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Roman Wall
With its sturdy, rugged look, Roman Wall is ideal for casual and rustic yards. Its weathered, natural surface is perfect for a fire pit that looks as though it’s been standing for years. Three available color options ensure a choice that is compatible with your existing outdoor spaces and home’s exterior. Sierra offers rich warmth and reddish hues, Almond Grove provides subtle, earthy colors and textures and Granite is great for neutral coloring and elegance. Its stout, rounded blocks allow for the construction of both rectangular and round fire pits, lending Boston homeowners freedom of design.
Lineo Dimensional Stone
If you’re after a contemporary fire pit in your backyard, Lineo Dimensional Stone is a minimalistic yet striking option. With its clean lines, sharp angles, and sleek aesthetic, it makes the perfect building material for fire pits complementing modern Boston homes. Due to its long rectangular blocks and sharp edges, Lineo Dimensional Stone works best in the construction of square or rectangular fire pits. The Sierra color option complements the dark, chocolatey browns of fertile soil and wooden features, while the Limestone color option offers subtle grays and fine texture perfect for emphasizing the stones’ unique shape.
The title image features a fire pit and seat wall built from Unilock’s Brussels Dimensional System, with Courtstone paver surrounds.
