A highlight of Fox River Fire Rings is our multi-piece design — while many steel fire rings on the market employ a single-piece design. When many potential customers start their search for a backyard fire ring, they will be faced with a key decision to make — should they choose a multi-piece or single-piece steel fire ring? We believe the multi-piece design is a better option (but we may be a bit biased), but we want to help you make the best decision for you and your family. To help you find the right fit, we have created a multi-piece vs. single-piece steel fire ring comparison that highlights assembly, portability, costs, durability, and more.
Key Differences Between Multi-Piece and Single-Piece Steel Fire Rings
When you begin your search for a steel fire ring to create the perfect backyard entertainment space, you will find two primary options to choose from — multi-piece and single-piece — that each have their own pros and cons. The primary advantage of a multi-piece design like the one used by Fox River Fire Rings is its assembly and portability. The ability to assemble and disassemble a steel fire ring for shipping or transportation to and from a cabin or campsite provides a valuable advantage for potential buyers.
Here is a better look at a few of the key differences between multi-piece and single-piece steel fire rings:
READ MORE: The Complete Guide to Designing a Custom Backyard Fire Pit
Multi-Piece vs. Single-Piece: Portability and Storage
Do you want to store your steel fire ring in the shed over the winter? Do you like to use your fire ring in multiple locations over the spring, summer, and fall? A multi-piece design allows you to easily disassemble your fire ring for storage or transportation in the trunk of a car, bed of a truck, or in your camper. A single-piece steel fire ring can be big, bulky, and difficult to store in a shed or transport in a vehicle.
Multi-Piece vs. Single-Piece: Shipping and Delivery
When a multi-piece steel fire ring is shipped or delivered, it can use flat-pack shipping (or smaller packaging) when compared to the bulky packaging needed to ship a single-piece fire ring. This will save customers money on shipping with more compact boxes and affordable shipping rates when they purchase a multi-piece Fox River Fire Ring.
Multi-Piece vs. Single-Piece: Affordability
How much does a steel fire ring cost? The truth is that prices will vary for steel fire rings based on the size, design, and material. Fox River Fire Rings will start at $112.50 for a solid 30-inch steel fire ring and will extend to $268.00 for a 60-inch steel fire ring with one of our custom designs. Prices for single-piece steel fire rings will vary and can range from $45 – $90 for a small, thin steel fire ring — but a large, heavy-gauge steel fire ring with a custom design can be priced from $250 – $430 for select models and brands.
Multi-Piece vs. Single-Piece: Durability and Warping
When you spend money on something like a steel fire ring, durability is a key concern for many potential buyers. The multi-piece design of Fox River Fire Rings allows for seams in the construction that allow for expansion and contraction when exposed to high temperatures. With vertical and horizontal slots and high-quality hardware, Fox River Fire Rings can withstand high temperatures and last for years. Single-piece steel fire rings with a continuous circular design, thinner materials, and circular welds can trap heat and are at risk of warping or buckling with over-exposure to hot-cold cycles.
Multi-Piece vs. Single-Piece: Design and Customization
A key benefit for many potential buyers that choose a multi-piece fire ring is the ability to choose a design and customize their fire ring. Multi-piece designs are easier for manufacturers to customize with PlasmaCAM processes and flat, individual panels. A single-piece fire ring has more limited space for custom designs, and the cylindrical shape makes it more difficult to add design and customization options.
READ MORE: What Size Fire Ring Do You Need?
Are you looking for a steel fire ring for your backyard? You may have a decision to make in your search and this multi-piece vs. single-piece steel fire ring comparison created by Fox River Fire Rings will highlight key differences and the advantages provided by multi-piece designs. Contact Fox River Fire Rings today to find a custom steel fire ring for your backyard!
