We love this fire pit table as it gives me options to have it as a table in the off seasons (there is a glass "top" that goes over the glass rocks to make a table base) and enjoy a warming fire in the cooler months (we have been waiting!)  It has only been used once since we purchased it but it does generate a lot of heat and kept us warm while sitting on the couches.  We added the glass sides which is perfect as it keeps the direct heat from hitting our glasses that we put on the table rim!  I recommend getting those!