This intriguing fire pit can cause you to wax philosophical as it reflects both Chinese and Greek thoughts. Chinese philosophy talks of the interconnectedness and interdependence of opposites, of yin and yang. The early Greek philosophers sought out the common stuff out of which the world was made. One of them answered earth, another said air, still another claimed fire, and a fourth declared water.

All these can be found in the Bond Cliffstone Fire Fountain. Yin and Yang manifest themselves as fire and water. In addition, there’s also earth, and air.

The fire fountain consists of a vertical column measuring 28.2 inches high, 18.1 inches wide, and 16.5 inches deep. At the top is a square fire bowl made of fireproof resin stone surface that looks like real stone. Natural lava rocks are piled into the bowl. Earth.

A one-pound propane tank is concealed within the column. A push-button switch sends the propane-filled air to a rust-resistant stainless steel burner. When ignited, it can produce 15,000 BTUs. Air.

Flame from the burner burns through the lava rocks providing heat, comfort, and beauty to the fire fountain. You can gather around the fire roasting marshmallows or hotdogs, or holding you palms towards it to keep yourself warm on cold nights, or simply to enjoy and admire the flickering flame. Fire.

On one side of the column is a fountain with a continuing flow of water cascading down to its base. The sound of the flowing water can be quite soothing especially when combined with the warmth of the fire. Water.

The Bond Cliffstone Fire Fountain is a perfect centerpiece for your patio or garden. It will certainly bring you plenty of wonderful colds nights gathered around it, talking about everything, maybe even Chinese and Greek philosophy.