Wood-burning table with isolated fire container

Abstract

New forms of fire-containing furniture, and methods for their use, are provided. In some embodiments, a fire-containing table, including a fire-holding platform, suspended vertically below the top of the table, is provided. The fire-holding platform includes a fire container, and may include a plurality of gaps between the fire container and the table top. A first air gap may be provided horizontally, between the fire container and a cut-out in the table top, and a second air gap may be provided, vertically, between the fire-holding platform and the table top. An intermediate fire base may be included, creating a third air gap. In some embodiments, a height-adjustable fire shield surrounding the fire container is switched between a lowered and raised position, sealing and opening the fire container. The fire shield may be force-biased, creating a peripheral fire wall on the table top, and opening lower air vents when raised.

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