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You may have heard the phrase "Buy it nice or buy it twice" before, and we feel that's a phrase that sums up the difference between an Outdoor GreatRoom (OGC) fire feature and one that you may find at a big box retailer.
Here's a look at just a few of the benefits of purchasing a premium gas fire feature from Outdoor GreatRoom over a big box store's fire pit:
SAFETY & PERFORMANCE
All Outdoor GreatRoom Company gas fire pits are UL Listed, which means they meet the highest standard of safety. Many private-label big-box store brands do not invest the same time and resources into safety in their fire pits, which could cause safety issues down the line. You can learn more about the benefits and importance of UL by checking out this blog.
All Outdoor GreatRoom fire features also burn at a minimum of 60,000 BTUs, which is much higher than the 30,000-50,000 BTUs at which most big box fire features burn.
VARIETY & UNIQUENESS
Most big box fire pits are cookie-cutter designs, feature boring designs, and don't stand out from the crowd. OGC has over 40 different kinds of fire pits to choose from, ensuring you find the one that best fits your outdoor space's needs.
PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE & SUPPORT
Retail workers at Big Box stores are wonderful people! They work hard and have a customer-first mindset, but they are often only trained very broadly as their stores can sell thousands of different products. They may not be able to advise you or support you long-term with a fire pit.
OGC specializes in outdoor fire, and we have a dedicated sales and customer service team that can help you through every part of your fire pit journey, from selecting the right one to troubleshooting and basic upkeep and maintenance.
Our YouTube Channel and online chat feature are also great ways to get questions or issues resolved quickly!
DURABILITY
OGC prides itself in creating products that not only look great but also stay looking great over time. This is achieved by using outdoor-rated materials like Supercast Concrete and aluminum to ensure our products can withstand harsh weather conditions and everyday wear and tear. Our burners are made of #304 Stainless Steel, which prevents rust and scratching. Many big box products won't use these materials and can quickly discolour, chip, crack, and break.
OGC products also feature warranties that can replace any defects or wear and tear, often a little to no cost to you!
ACCESSORIES & ADD-ONS
Many Big Box store fire pits are cookie-cutter and have very few accessory or upgrade options. OGC fire pits have several accessory options, including glass burner covers, glass wind guards, fire media, protective covers, electronic ignition, and more!
Now that you understand the benefits of investing a little extra in an OGC fire table, visit your local Barbecues Galore showroom to discover dozens of Fire Tables that the sales associates will be happy to fire up so you can see the flames for yourself. And, don’t worry, our Barbecue Butler teams can deliver it to your backyard and set it up wherever you like.
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