Whether you’re in Pewaukee with a view of the lake, nestled in a Delafield wooded lot, or enjoying a backyard in Hartland, adding a fire table brings warmth, style, and a natural gathering space to your outdoor living area. But before choosing a finish or flame type, the first step is often the most overlooked:
What size fire table is right for your space?

At Castin Crete Designs in North Lake, we craft handcrafted GFRC concrete fire tables in multiple sizes and shapes to suit everything from compact patios to expansive backyard entertaining areas. Here’s how to find the right fit for your outdoor layout.

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1. Measure Your Usable Outdoor Space (Not Just Your Patio Slab)

Start by measuring the usable area of your outdoor space. That means factoring in walkways, furniture, and how people will move around your fire feature. Homeowners in Oconomowoc and Pewaukee often design around lake views or sloped terrain, which makes scale especially important.

🡲 Rule of thumb: Leave at least 3 feet of clearance around your fire table for chairs and foot traffic.

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2. Consider How You Use the Space

Do you entertain large groups in your Delafield backyard, or do you prefer quiet evenings with family in Hartland? Your lifestyle will help determine both the diameter or length of your fire table and how much tabletop surface you want.

• 36–42” Round Tables: Ideal for small patios, balconies, or intimate setups.
• 48–60” Round or Square Tables: Perfect for 4–6 people with ample space to dine, set drinks, or play games.
• 60–72” Rectangular Tables: Great for larger spaces or for anchoring an outdoor dining/lounge combo.

🡲 Tip for Lake Country entertainers: Rectangular fire tables work well when aligned with long patios or pergolas and offer plenty of flame length for ambiance.

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3. Match Proportion with Your Furniture

If you’re pairing a fire table with sectional seating, deep club chairs, or a mix of benches and stools, make sure the table feels proportional—not too small, not too dominant.

🡲 For example:

• A 54” square fire table pairs beautifully with wraparound sectionals, commonly used in Pewaukee lakeside patios.
• A 72” x 28” fire table is a go-to for Oconomowoc entertaining patios, offering a sleek look with maximum fireline coverage.

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4. Account for Wind & Exposure

In Lake Country, wind exposure is a real consideration—especially near Pewaukee Lake or Okauchee Lake. A fire bowl may suit more sheltered areas, while a rectangular fire table can help create a wind-blocking focal point on open patios.

🡲 Bonus tip: Ask us about optional windscreens or flame guard accessories that complement your design without sacrificing heat or visibility.

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5. Think Long-Term Use

A fire table isn’t just for warm-weather evenings. Many of our clients across Delafield, Hartland, and Oconomowoc use theirs year-round. So consider:

• How many months of the year you’ll use it
• If you’ll cook or rest food on it
• Whether the size can flex from date nights to group gatherings

🡲 A well-sized fire table becomes a four-season feature—especially with Wisconsin’s cooler evenings in spring and fall.

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Need Help Choosing the Right Size?

Our handcrafted GFRC fire tables come in a range of dimensions, finishes, and shapes—and we help clients across Waukesha County and the Lake Country area find the right fit every week. If you’re unsure what size fire table suits your backyard, bring a sketch, photo, or patio layout to our Stone Bank showroom located on Hwy K and we’ll help you dial it in.

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Serving Local Homes in:
Pewaukee • Oconomowoc • Delafield • Hartland • North Lake • Lake Country • Waukesha County

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Visit CastinCrete.com or stop by our studio to explore full-size models and see color samples in person.

Let your fire feature be the right size—not just for your patio, but for how you live outdoors.