This is such a beautiful addition to my yard. I use it whenever the weather permits. I get compliments on it anytime I use it around others and I always brag about how affordable it was compared to other more expensive fire pits I have had in the past. Others have either exploded bc it couldn’t handle actual fire, or eroded and disintegrated because of fire. This one seems to have a good longevity, since it is used often and  admittedly l unfortunately do not keep her covered with the protective tarp that came with . Wish I could buy it again at the same price as a gift for my mama. She loves it and asks me to make fires in it all the time:) she’s a huge fan!