Three awesome smokeless fire pits and how they work
Smoke in your eyes and up your nose is just plain annoying. So why not remove that aspect of the fire with these smokeless fire pits?
By Jess Olson,
September 13, 2022
We take a look at smokeless fire pits and how they work, as well as share three awesome ones you can buy in Australia.
Not a lot beats the serenity of sitting around a warm campfire, mesmerised by the dancing flames. One of the most memorable moments of a camping trip is often the stories told beside, the meals cooked in and the marshmallows roasted by the campfire. However, the smell that sticks to your clothes and sore eyes as a result of the smoke is just plain annoying.
Why a smokeless fire pit?
Campfires are one of the best things about camping. After all, it’s not every day you find yourself cooking bangers over a fire or warming yourself on the flames. However, where there is fire there tends to be smoke. And sometimes, no matter where you move to, it finds a way to follow you around the fire. Smoke in your eyes and up your nose makes for an uncomfortable experience. So why not remove that aspect of the fire with a smokeless fire pit?
How do smokeless fire pits work?
Utilising a secondary combustion system, smokeless fire pits draw their air from the bottom of the pit. It works its way up the side walls and is then sent back through vent holes around the lip of the fire pit. Jets of fire are created which inevitably burn the smoke before it has the chance to leave the pit. Although you’ll find there is a bit of smoke when the fire first begins, it’s then practically smokeless for the remainder of the burn.
Are smokeless fire pits still as warm?
On a chilly night, camping in the snowy mountains, a fiery source of warmth is like gold to a camper. Thankfully, smoke is not what makes a campfire warm. Therefore smokeless fire pits do still produce a large amount of heat. However, you will find that they use more fuel.
Where can I get one?
If you’re ready to inhale less smoke and not arrive home stinking like an ashtray, a smokeless fire pit may be your next buy. We’ve listed a few options of where to grab one before your next outdoor adventure begins.
Visionline Smokeless Fire Pit MKII
Made from lightweight stainless steel, this fire pit is portable and easily packed to accompany you on your next trip. It features an elevated floor, as well as a ventilated double wall design. This makes starting the fire both quick and easy, so you can spend more time relaxing than building.
If you happen to be lighting it on a surface that isn’t completely heat tolerant, an improved lower pedestal allows airflow and a heat shield will assist. If the rain hits, simply shelter it with a weather-proof cover.
Smokeless Fire Pits Australia – Exenture 17.5 inch Smokeless Fire Pit
Easily transported, this fire pit is designed to fold away, allowing you to take it with you on your travels. Designed by campers, for campers, a quick set up and pack up has been kept in mind when designing this smokeless fire pit.
The Solo Stove Bonfire
Made of stainless steel, the Solo Stove Bonfire burns logs of wood while the air intake holes on the bottom work to pull air in. The double-wall construction allows air to be heated up and fed through the top vents. This provides an extra boost of pre-heated oxygen, creating a secondary combustion and a hearty flame.
Whether you’re looking to reduce your exposure to smoke or you’re simply looking for a portable, hassle-free fire that you can take on your adventures, a smokeless fire may just be the solution for you.
