The Outdoor Plus specializes in high-end architectural fire and water features designed to transform custom backyard spaces. Rather than basic decorative planters, this premium selection features powder-coated metal bowls, integrated water spillways, and advanced 12V electronic ignition fire kits. These striking focal points are perfect for elevating permanent pool designs and outdoor living areas. To ensure adequate flow to your spillway bowls, installing a dedicated water feature pump is highly recommended. Furthermore, connecting these electronic fire systems to a smart pool automation system allows you to safely control your poolside ambiance directly from your smartphone.
The Outdoor Plus Bowls & Fire Pits FAQs
How should an Outdoor Plus fire or water feature be planned around a pool?
The feature should be selected according to its intended location, dimensions, fuel type, water requirements, clearances, surrounding materials, and relationship to seating and walking paths. Fire bowls, water bowls, and combination features may require gas, electrical, drainage, or dedicated water lines that should be planned before the deck or structure is completed. The broader patio and deck layout should leave clear access to pool equipment, gates, covers, utilities, and service points. Wind direction, overhead structures, nearby furniture, and the pool edge also affect placement. Gas, electrical, and structural work should follow the exact installation documents and applicable local requirements.
What determines whether an Outdoor Plus bowl needs a dedicated water-feature pump?
Pump requirements depend on the number of bowls, spillway width, elevation, plumbing distance, pipe size, desired flow, and whether other water features share the same circulation system. A feature may need independent flow control so its water effect can be adjusted without reducing circulation through the pool filter or returns. Long plumbing runs, vertical lift, restrictive fittings, and multiple outlets can increase the required pump capacity. The water source and return path should be planned together, including valves, drains, overflow management, and winterization access. A pool professional should calculate the required flow and head rather than selecting a pump only by horsepower.
Can Outdoor Plus fire features be connected to pool automation?
Some electronic-ignition fire systems may be integrated with compatible controls, but the ignition unit, power supply, transformer, relay arrangement, fuel controls, and automation platform must all support the proposed setup. An inground pool automation system may manage several outdoor functions, but the ability to switch a device on does not confirm full compatibility or safe operation. The installer should verify whether the fire feature requires a dedicated control module, safety interlock, weather sensor, or manual shutoff. Gas and electrical connections should be completed by qualified professionals according to the equipment instructions and local codes.
What should be confirmed before selecting natural gas or propane for a fire bowl?
Confirm which fuel configurations are approved for the exact feature, the required gas pressure, burner rating, line capacity, regulator arrangement, ventilation, shutoff access, and installation clearances. Natural gas and propane systems use different supply requirements and should not be converted without an approved conversion method. The gas line must be sized for the total demand of all connected appliances, not only the fire bowl. Placement should also account for heat exposure, wind, seating distance, and nearby combustible materials. A licensed gas professional should review the supply and installation plan before the feature, deck penetrations, or utility lines are finalized.
What information helps with an Outdoor Plus warranty or damage request?
Keep the feature model, serial information, fuel type, ignition system, purchase record, installation date, utility details, and photographs of the complete installation. Note whether the problem involves ignition, flame pattern, burner components, water flow, finish damage, cracking, leakage, or control operation. Images should show the bowl, burner or spillway, media placement, utility connections, and surrounding structure. Installation and maintenance conditions may affect the review, especially where fuel pressure, electrical supply, water flow, or clearances are involved. Complete records support the returns and warranty claim process when formal assessment is required.