The Cuisinart Chimenea Propane Fire Pit will be a stylish addition to your outdoor living space. Not just for ambiance, this innovative directional heat shield forces the hot air outward, warming you and your guests. Eight pounds of lava rocks are included; these red rocks trap and disperse heat, providing warmth and a beautiful ambiance as the fire dances over them. The durable constructed painted steel frame and stainless steel base includes a tip-over safety switch for extra protection.