Specifications
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Purpose: Thermal barrier kit for installing a gas fire pit on wood or composite decks; helps protect the deck surface and flex-line connection area from flame and excess heat
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Material: High-temperature basalt fiber insulation (cuttable with a utility knife)
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Placement: Inside the fire pit enclosure or bowl, laid on top of paver blocks (minimum 1" thick) placed over the deck surface
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Gas Stub Routing: Incoming gas stub must protrude through the deck, paver blocks, and insulation to connect to the flex line
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Included: Basalt insulation pad + installation instructions
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Sizes (choose one):
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Fire Pit Pad: 39.3" × 39.3" (≈ 1 m²) — ideal for square/round enclosures; use multiple pads for larger fire pits
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Fire Bowl Pad: 19.6" × 19.6" (≈ 0.25 m²) — sized for compact fire bowls or small enclosures
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Use: Outdoor gas fire pits and fire bowls only; follow appliance manual and local codes
Key Features & Benefits
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Deck-Safe Layering
Creates a durable, heat-resistant barrier between the burner area and combustible deck surfaces when properly layered over pavers. -
Protects Flex-Line Connection Zone
Helps shield the input flex line and fittings from radiant heat inside the enclosure for a safer, cleaner install. -
Code-Friendly Installation Approach
Works with the common best-practice stack (deck → paver blocks → basalt insulation → fire pit), supporting required clearances to combustibles. -
Cut-to-Fit Convenience
Basalt pad trims easily with a utility knife, making it simple to fit round bowls, square pans, or custom shapes. -
Two Practical Sizes
Choose the 1 m² pad for standard enclosures or the compact pad for bowls/smaller footprints—add additional pieces as your design scales. -
Simple, Lightweight, Durable
Installs quickly, won’t crumble like mineral wool, and delivers long-lasting thermal performance in outdoor conditions.
Why Choose the Basalt Deck Heat Shield Kit for Gas Fire Pits & Bowls
Generic insulation isn’t designed for deck fire-pit installs. This kit pairs high-temp basalt fiber with a deck-safe layering method, giving you a purpose-built solution that’s easy to cut, easy to place, and tailored to protect the deck and flex-line connection area. It’s a smarter, cleaner approach than improvised materials—ideal for homeowners and pros who want confidence and compliance without guesswork.
Deliver Results with Love
Build the fire feature you’ve imagined—safer, tidier, and ready to enjoy. With the Basalt Deck Heat Shield Kit, you can light the flames, welcome your crew, and relax knowing your deck is protected and your installation looks professional.
At SoCal Fire Pits, we can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are some restrictions on certain products and international destinations, and they will be noted as such.
When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page, with 1-2 weeks being our standard lead time and 4-8 weeks for items that are built-to-order.
Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of each item can be found in the product details. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.
For more information, please visit our Shipping & Returns page or download our LTL Receiving instructions.
LTL Shipping and Receiving Instructions