A smokeless or low-smoke fire pit burns wood more efficiently. The clever airflow and double-wall design allows for secondary combustion, reducing smoke.

Always use dry, seasoned hardwood like manuka, oak, gum or macrocarpa. Avoid wet, green or chemically treated wood. Don’t burn trash, plastics or accelerants like petrol or lighter fluid.

Wood pellets also perform very well with minimal smoke. Hardwood pellets will burn longer

Your fire pit may produce smoke when first being lit. Once the fire reaches a high temperature, the secondary combustion system reburns much of the smoke. Resulting in a cleaner, more efficient burn.

Using the wrong fuel, treated timber or wood with a high moisture content can also increase smoke.

Overfilling the fire pit is another common cause. Start with a small amount of kindling and gradually add larger pieces of dry firewood as the fire establishes. Adding too much wood, newspaper or other materials at once can restrict airflow and cause excessive smoke.

For best results, we recommend using a fire starter and kindling only to ignite the fire then adding dry seasoned firewood gradually.

Our fire pits can be used on most wooden decks, provided the legs are fully extended and the fire pit is never left unattended while burning.

Southern Firepits feature an elevated base that allows air to circulate underneath, helping to reduce heat transfer to the surface below while also supplying fresh air to the fire. This does not 100% eliminate heat transfer so the surface beneath the fire pit should always be monitored during use.

Our fire pits have been trialed on wooden decks without issue. However, as decking materials vary in construction, finish and heat resistance. We cannot guarantee that every deck is suitable for use with a fire pit.

A Southern Firepits Heat Mat can provide additional protection and protect the surface from hot embers.

Yes. They are designed to be lightweight and easy to move with the handles, so you can take them to the beach, campsite, or around your backyard.

Do not move when firepit is lit! Handles get very hot once firepit is burning.

After each use, let the pit cool completely. Remove ash to keep airflow clear. Store in a dry spot or use a cover/lid.

We recommend a Firestarter with small kindling to light the fire, then gradually add larger pieces of wood. Avoid overloading the pit so air can flow freely, keeping smoke low.

Yes. You can roast marshmallows, cook meals or use it like a BBQ. For the best results, let the flames die down to hot embers before cooking as high flames can burn food quickly.

Yes, when used responsibly. Always use outdoors, keep kids and pets at a safe distance, never leave the fire unattended and have water or a fire extinguisher nearby. Check local council guidelines for fire regulations. Never touch or move the fire pit while it is lit.

Southern Firepits are designed to provide a low-smoke experience using dry, seasoned wood, airflow and secondary combustion. However, no fire pit can be completely smoke-free. Temporary smoke may occur due to starting or dying fires, wet or treated wood, overloading the fire pit, blocked airflow, or windy conditions. Always follow safety instructions and use recommended fuels. Use of your fire pit is at your own risk, and Southern Firepits accepts no liability for smoke, fire or heat-related issues.