Description
The Owner's Insights on the Del Mar 96" GFRC Concrete Fire Pit
This is the largest size in the Del Mar line, 96 inches with an 80" x 12" burning area, built for a full outdoor living room of ten or more people rather than a smaller seating plan. It's hand-poured GFRC concrete, not ordinary cast concrete, so it holds up to real outdoor weather instead of cracking after a season or two. One honest note, at this length delivery needs a forklift at your address, there's no liftgate on this size and the driver cannot unload it by hand, so confirm equipment access before you order. If your seating plan is smaller, the 48", 60", 72", or 84" Del Mar will suit you better and cost less.
Why You'll Love the Del Mar 96" GFRC Concrete Fire Pit
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Full-length flame. The 215,000 BTU burner runs the entire 80" opening instead of pooling in the middle of a big table.
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GFRC concrete construction. Meaningfully stronger and more weather-resistant than standard cast concrete.
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18 concrete finishes. Matches the fire pit to your existing hardscape and patio palette.
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Five ignition systems. From simple match-lit to CSA-certified plug and play.
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Natural gas or liquid propane. Choose the fuel that matches your property's setup.
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Hand-poured in the USA. Built to order for your exact specification.
Why You Should Consider The Outdoor Plus
The Outdoor Plus builds every fire pit to order in the USA, matching the burner to the body so the flame fills the full opening rather than sitting as a small pool in a large table. That same build-to-spec approach is backed by a lifetime warranty on the burner system across the whole line.
Del Mar 96" GFRC Concrete Fire Pit Specifications
| Collection and material |
Del Mar, handmade GFRC (Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete) |
| Dimensions |
96" L x 28" W x 15" H |
| Burning area |
80" x 12" |
| BTU |
215,000 |
| Suggested fire glass |
101 lb (glass is an upgrade, lava rock is included) |
| Fuel |
Natural gas or liquid propane, selected at checkout |
| Finishes |
18 concrete colors |
| Ignition options |
Match Lit, Match Lit with Flame Sense, Flame Sense with Spark, Low Voltage Electronic (CSA certified), Plug and Play (CSA certified) |
| What's included |
Fire pit, burner system and fire pan, ignition kit, fittings and starter media (lava rock), owner's and ignition manuals |
| Delivery |
Free, built to order, ships in 3-4 weeks, forklift required at delivery |
| Country of manufacture |
USA |
A fire feature can look like an add-on or like it was always part of the design. The Outdoor Plus Del Mar 96" is firmly the latter, a long, low, rectangular GFRC concrete fire pit with the clean silhouette of high-end architectural hardscape rather than a bulky bolt-on.
Choosing Your Options
Natural Gas or Liquid Propane
Natural gas runs off a plumbed line and never needs refilling, which is the better answer if you already have a gas stub or are willing to have one run. Liquid propane runs off a tank, which means no plumbing but a tank to swap and somewhere to hide it. Pick the one that matches your property, the burner is configured for your choice at the factory and cannot be swapped later.
The Five Ignition Systems, in Plain English
Match Lit: the simplest and least expensive. You turn a key valve and light it yourself. No power needed.
Match Lit with Flame Sense: the same, plus a sensor that shuts the gas off if the flame blows out.
Flame Sense with Spark: adds a push-button spark so you are not holding a lighter over the burner.
Low Voltage Electronic (CSA certified): on and off from a remote or a wall switch. Needs a transformer and a power source nearby.
Plug and Play (CSA certified): the same convenience, wired to plug into a standard outlet. The easiest of the electronic options to install.
If an inspector or local code is involved, the CSA-certified options are the ones with documentation on file.
Care, Warranty & Compliance
Use a breathable cover only, plastic or non-breathable covers can stick to the finish and trap moisture. Expect subtle variation in color and texture, GFRC is hand-poured. Wipe spills promptly and clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners.
The Outdoor Plus backs its burners with a lifetime warranty. Warranty claims and technical support are handled by the manufacturer, we will put you in touch and follow it through with you.
ā ļø California Prop 65 Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, Lead Compounds, and Carbon Monoxide. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Available separately for this size: canvas cover (OPT-CVR-9628-15H), stainless steel lid (OPT-RC1482), glass wind guard (OPT-WG-8416), upgraded stainless bullet burner (OPT-B72SST). Ask us and we will quote them with your order so everything ships together. Worth knowing before you order at this size: check the delivery notes below, and add a glass wind guard if the spot is open to wind.
If you're choosing between sizes, or between the Del Mar and the Coronado XL at this scale, see The Outdoor Plus ignition, fuel and finish guide for a comparison on seating, footprint, and delivery.
Free Shipping, Delivery & Installation
Free shipping on every order. Built to order, ships in 3-4 weeks.
Your fire pit is built for your order, your size, your finish, your fuel type, so it isn't pulled off a shelf. Production runs about 3 to 4 weeks, then it goes out on a freight truck. Figure four to six weeks from your order to your patio.
Shipping is free, the price you see is the price you pay. No freight bill afterward, no surprise at checkout.
When it's built, the freight carrier calls you to set a delivery window. Someone needs to be home to meet the truck and sign for it. Look the crate over before you sign, freight damage is rare, but it can only be put right if it's noted on the paperwork at the time.
Please read before ordering: this size needs a forklift.
At this length the crate ships back of truck. The driver cannot unload it for you, there is no liftgate on this size, and the crate is too heavy and too long to hand down. You will need a forklift or a tractor with forks at the delivery address on the day. If you do not have access to one, call us on 1-800-914-0074 before you order and we will work out another way. It costs a lot less to sort this out now than to turn a truck away.
Professional installation. As a gas fire feature, the Del Mar should follow all clearances and local codes for your selected fuel type, and professional installation is recommended. If you don't have a preferred installer, contact us and we can point you toward qualified professional installation for your setup.
Built for you, so please double-check your choices. Because each unit is made to your specification, we can't return or exchange it once it goes into production. Take a minute over the finish, the ignition and whether you're on natural gas or propane. Not sure? Call 1-800-914-0074 or email sales@optimaloutdooroasis.com and we'll walk through it with you, we'd much rather answer questions first.
Prefer to pay by bank transfer? Save 3% on this item. Call 1-800-914-0074 or email sales@optimaloutdooroasis.com and we'll send you an invoice with 3% off. The discount applies to the product price.
Kristin
Outdoor Project Specialist