Wood-burning fire feature
The open bowl shape creates a substantial outdoor focal point and accommodates firewood. Fuel, fire tools, a screen and site protection are not included.
Sugar Kettle (Bowl Only) with Stand
$699.99 - $999.99
- Four Sizes: Drilled cast-iron bowl in 28", 33", 37", or 48" diameter
- Construction: Approximately 1/8" to 1/4" thick across the size range
- Painted Finish: Not powder coated and not recommended for water features
- Stand Included: 16" x 16" square metal base stand, 2 1/8" high
- Recommended Uses: Outdoor fire-pit or garden-planter projects; bowl and stand only
- For water-feature installations, choose a powder-coated complete Sugar Kettle Fountain Kit.
Cast-iron outdoor feature
A classic sugar-kettle form for a custom fire-pit or planter project
Blue Thumb's broad, low-profile cast-iron bowl is reproduced from the form of historic Southern sugar kettles. Choose one of four drilled, painted bowl sizes; each current option includes a compact metal base stand. This bowl-only product is intended for custom fire-feature or planter projects and is not recommended for water features because it is not powder coated and will rust.
4 sizes28, 33, 37 or 48 in. diameter
24–122 lb.Approximate bowl weight by size
Drilled & paintedCast-iron construction
Stand included16 × 16 × 2 1/8 in. metal base
Built for a custom design
Choose the bowl, then build the project around it
Oversized garden planter
Use the shallow, wide profile for a statement planting. Soil, plants, drainage materials and any liner or insert are selected separately for your planting plan.
Gas feature foundation
The current Blue Thumb page notes that a gas line may be used with lava rock, gas logs or sand. No burner, controls, gas components or media are included; have a qualified professional design and install the complete gas system.
Size guide
Select the footprint and visual scale that suit your site
Measure the proposed location at full diameter and leave additional room for safe circulation, installation and any required fire clearances. The published dimensions below describe the bowl; an overall installed height with the stand is not published.
| Item | Bowl dimensions | Approx. bowl weight | Planning cue |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABSK28 | 28 in. dia. × 9 in. H | 24 lb. | Smallest current footprint and lightest bowl |
| ABSK33 | 33 in. dia. × 10.5 in. H | 42 lb. | Five inches wider than the 28 in. model |
| ABSK37 | 37 in. dia. × 13 in. H | 64 lb. | More height and presence for a larger setting |
| ABSK48 | 48 in. dia. × 19 in. H | 122 lb. | Largest and heaviest option on this page |
ABSK28
- Dimensions
- 28 in. dia. × 9 in. H
- Approx. weight
- 24 lb.
- Scale
- Smallest current option
ABSK33
- Dimensions
- 33 in. dia. × 10.5 in. H
- Approx. weight
- 42 lb.
- Scale
- Five inches wider than ABSK28
ABSK37
- Dimensions
- 37 in. dia. × 13 in. H
- Approx. weight
- 64 lb.
- Scale
- Taller, larger focal point
ABSK48
- Dimensions
- 48 in. dia. × 19 in. H
- Approx. weight
- 122 lb.
- Scale
- Largest current option
Published metal thickness varies from approximately 1/8 to 1/4 in. across the size range; Blue Thumb does not publish a thickness for each individual size.
Scope of purchase
What is—and is not—in the box
Included
- One drilled, painted cast-iron sugar kettle bowl in the selected size
- One metal base stand, 16 × 16 in. square and 2 1/8 in. high
Not included
- Burner, gas line, ignition or control equipment
- Lava rock, gas logs, sand, firewood, screen or fire tools
- Soil, plants, liner, insert, landscaping or site preparation
Project planning
Plan the complete installation before placing the bowl
Choose the application
Decide whether the bowl will be a wood-burning feature, professionally built gas feature or planter. Each use requires different site preparation and separately purchased materials.
Confirm the site
Check local codes, burn restrictions, utility locations and property rules. Verify required clearances and use a level, stable, noncombustible support appropriate for the complete installation.
Plan safe handling
Bowl weights range from approximately 24 to 122 lb. Arrange enough help and suitable equipment for delivery and final placement, especially for the 37 and 48 in. sizes.
Complete and inspect the installation
Have gas work performed by a qualified professional. Before every fire, inspect the bowl, stand and surrounding area, and do not use the feature if it is unstable or damaged.
Want a recirculating water feature?
For a water feature, choose a complete Sugar Kettle Fountain Kit
This painted bowl-only product is not recommended for water features because it is not powder coated and will rust. Blue Thumb's complete Sugar Kettle Fountain Kits use powder-coated kettles and include a coordinated reservoir, pump, plumbing and splash-management system. Select the complete kit that matches the size you want.
Confirm a project detail before ordering
Blue Thumb's Sales and Technical Team can help verify the current bowl finish, drilled opening, freight considerations and which product is appropriate for your planned application.
Frequently Asked Questions
What comes with the Sugar Kettle Bowl?
You receive one drilled, painted cast-iron bowl in the selected size and one 16 × 16 × 2 1/8 in. metal base stand. Application-specific components and materials are separate.
Is this a complete fire pit?
No. It is a bowl-and-stand assembly. Firewood, burner hardware, gas components, media, screens, tools, site protection and installation are not included.
Is the bowl drilled?
The current Blue Thumb product listing describes all four options as drilled. The opening's location and diameter are not published, so confirm them with Blue Thumb when they are important to your drainage, burner or plumbing plan.
Which sizes are available?
The current selectable options are 28 × 9, 33 × 10.5, 37 × 13 and 48 × 19 in. Blue Thumb lists approximate bowl weights of 24, 42, 64 and 122 lb., respectively.
Is the bowl painted or powder-coated?
This bowl-only product is painted, not powder coated. It is not recommended for water features because water exposure will cause it to rust. Blue Thumb's complete Sugar Kettle Fountain Kits use powder-coated kettles intended for fountain installations.
Can I use it as a planter?
Yes. Blue Thumb lists garden-planter use for these bowls. Choose soil, plants, drainage materials and any liner or insert to suit your horticultural plan; those materials are not included.
Can it be converted to gas?
The current page notes gas-line use with materials such as lava rock, gas logs or sand. Because the bowl does not include a burner, controls or other gas hardware, have a qualified professional specify and install the complete system to applicable codes.
Can I build a fountain with this bowl?
No. Blue Thumb does not recommend this painted bowl-only product for water features because it is not powder coated and will rust. Choose the corresponding powder-coated 28, 33, 37 or 48 in. complete Sugar Kettle Fountain Kit linked above.
Does every current size include the same stand?
Yes. The current product page states that the 16 × 16 in. square, 2 1/8 in. high metal base stand is included with each of the four selectable bowl sizes.
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Reviews
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