A fire pit chat set is a matched group of low lounge seating and a chat height gas fire table, sold together so the seats and table share one height and one style. In our catalog, a fire pit chat set runs from $999 for a four seat Leisuremod set to $10,311 for the Patio Resorts Rome five piece, seating four to eight people. Below: what comes in the box, bundle versus build your own, real footprint, and layouts.
What is a fire pit chat set and what comes in the box?
“Chat set” and “conversation set” mean the same thing: deep, low seating that faces inward. The piece count in the name counts every item, so a “5 piece” set is often four chairs and one table, not five seats. Depending on the set, the box can hold:
- Chairs: club chairs, often swivel rockers. The Paris 5-Piece Deep Seating Group mixes two swivel rockers with two stationary club chairs.
- Sofas, sectionals, ottomans and benches: extra seats that can be split up or used as footrests.
- Side tables: somewhere for a plate that is not the fire table.
- The fire table: burner, ignition, and on most propane models a base that hides the tank.
- Lid, cover and fire glass: this varies most. The Rome 48 in Round Granite Fire Table comes with a matching granite cover, and the Direct Wicker Half-Moon set ships with a rain cover for its fire table. Some listings say fire glass is included and “not included” in the same description, so ask us before you order.
Fire pit chat set comparison
Prices come from our public listings and can change. Seats are the maker’s number where one is stated.
| Set | Pieces | Seats | Fire table (L x W x H) | Fuel and burner | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patio Resorts Rome 5-Piece Fire Chat Set | 4 swivel rocker club chairs, 48 in granite fire table | 4 | 48 x 48 x 25 in | 56,000 BTU burner | $10,311.00 |
| Patio Resorts Paris 5-Piece with 49 in Square Fire Table | 2 swivel rockers, 2 club chairs, fire table | 4 | 49 x 49 x 24 in | Propane, 20 lb tank, 56,000 BTU | $6,096.23 |
| Patio Resorts Paris 9-Piece Sectional with Rectangle Fire Table | Sectional pieces, swivel rocker, fire table, accent table | Not listed | 61 x 31 x 24 in (one spec line says 32) | Propane, 20 lb tank, 56,000 BTU | $9,499.06 |
| Direct Wicker 5-Piece Gray Rattan Sofa Set with Fire Pit Table | 2 three seat sofas, bench, ottoman, gas fire table | 7 to 8 | 59.1 x 37.4 x 27.2 in | Gas, BTU not listed | $2,699.00 |
| Direct Wicker Half-Moon Gray Wicker Set with Wood Grain Firepit | 3 loveseats, 2 side tables, fire table | 5 to 6 | 40 x 36.5 x 23.8 in | Not listed | $2,799.00 |
| Leisuremod Chelsea 5-Piece Chairs and Fire Pit Table Set | 4 chairs, fire pit table | 4 | Not listed | Not listed | $999.00 |
| Leisuremod Chelsea 7-Piece Sectional and Fire Pit Table | Sectional pieces, fire pit table | 6 | Not listed | Not listed | $2,323.00 |
| Daltry 11 Piece Wicker Conversation Set with Fire Pit Table | Modular sectional, sofa, 2 swivel rockers, fire pit, 2 tables | Not listed | Not listed | Propane, CSA certified, piezo ignition | $1,550.00 |
Where a cell says “Not listed”, call us and we will check with the maker. The full Chelsea range is on our Leisuremod brand page.
Bundled set or build your own fire table seating
A bundle is the simple route: heights and finishes already match, and it ships as one order. The tradeoff is that you accept the maker’s seat count and table shape.
Building your own means choosing a chat height fire table and pairing it with seating you like or already own. Patio Resorts sells its tables separately, such as the Rome 48 in round at $2,036.83 and the Paris 49 in Square Fire Table at $1,780.50, both listed with a 56,000 BTU burner and room for a standard 20 lb propane tank.
When mixing, the table top should sit close to your chairs’ arm height so a drink is in reach from a reclined seat. Our fire pit table height guide covers chat height in detail.
Seat count vs real footprint
Seat count tells you how many people fit, not how much patio you need. The figures below come from our listed piece dimensions, with seats pushed right up to the table, before legroom or a walkway.
- Rome 5-piece: chairs listed at 39 x 34 x 35 in around a 48 in table. If 34 in is the depth, that is about 116 in across, close to 10 feet.
- Paris 5-piece: 34 in square chairs around a 49 in table come to about 117 in across both ways.
- Direct Wicker gray set: sofas 69.3 in and 77.2 in wide and 29.9 in deep, so 146.5 in of sofa around a 59.1 in table.
- Half-Moon set: three loveseats at 65.35 in wide give about 196 in of seating to curve around a 40 in table.
For seating distance from the flame and overall patio pad size, see our fire pit size guide. For tight spaces, start with our best fire pit tables for small patios.
Fire pit conversation set layouts
Four club chairs around a round or square table
The classic. Everyone sits the same distance from the fire, and swivel rockers let people turn toward the yard. The Rome and Paris five piece sets work this way. Leave one gap between chairs as the way in.
Sofa plus two chairs
Good on a patio that backs onto the house: sofa against the wall or railing, then the table, then two chairs. Keep the walkway behind the chairs, not between seats and fire.
Sectional L around a rectangle
Rectangular tables such as the Direct Wicker 59.1 in or the Paris 61 in pair with L shaped sectionals, the long table side along the long arm of the L. Leisuremod says its Chelsea 7-piece can form a U or be rearranged, which helps on narrow decks.
Fuel: propane tank in the base or a natural gas line
Every set here that states a fuel lists propane. On the Patio Resorts tables, a 20 lb tank goes inside the base; the Rome 48 in round has a concealed door and casters to roll the tank in and out. Propane keeps the set movable, but you will swap tanks.
A natural gas line never runs out, but it fixes the table in place and needs a natural gas burner or a maker approved conversion, so ask us which models offer one. A licensed gas fitter and your local code have the final word. For burner output, we only quote what a listing states; the Direct Wicker and Leisuremod listings give no BTU figure.
Cushion fabric and covers
The Rome and Paris sets list Sunbrella cushions with high density foam. The Direct Wicker gray set lists fade resistant olefin with 4 in cushions, and the Daltry set lists water and UV resistant cushions with removable zippered covers. Plan winter storage too; the Daltry set has 18 cushions.
Clearance from the house and overhead
Check the table’s manual for clearance to walls, overhangs and umbrellas, and read our guides on fire pit distance from the house and the broader fire pit buying guide before setting up under a cover.
Frequently asked questions
Is a fire pit conversation set different from a chat set?
No. Both describe low, deep seating around a chat height fire table, and makers use the terms interchangeably.
How many people does a fire pit chat set seat?
In our listings, from 4 (Rome, Paris and Chelsea five piece sets) to 7 or 8 (Direct Wicker gray five piece). Piece count is not seat count.
Can I add fire table seating to a set I already own?
Yes. Buy a chat height fire table on its own, such as the Rome 48 in round or Paris 49 in square, and match its height to your chairs’ arms.
Is fire glass included?
It depends on the set, and some listings contradict themselves. Call us to confirm before you order.
Not sure which layout fits? Send us your patio measurements or call 866-777-2590, Monday to Friday, 9AM to 6PM PST. Orders of $999 or more ship with free freight shipping, and orders below that ship for a $200 flat rate. See our return and refund policy for return terms.
