The Outdoor Plus  |  SKU: OPT-RS48-NG

The Outdoor Plus Julius 48" Round Copper Fire Bowl

Sale price $6,499.00 Regular price $7,064.00

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  • Factory-authorized The Outdoor Plus dealer. You keep the full manufacturer warranty.
  • 30-day returns, no restocking fee.
  • Professional installation available across NYC, Long Island, Westchester, northern NJ and Greenwich/Stamford, CT.
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58-30 Maspeth Ave
Maspeth, NY 11378
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Saturday
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Sunday
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  • Online shipping is limited to Maine, Vermont, New York, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware and Rhode Island.
  • Eligible orders over $999 receive free standard shipping; eligible orders of $999 or less have a flat rate shown at checkout.
  • Our own trucks deliver eligible local orders up to 120 miles. e-NRG fuel, white-glove delivery and assembly have separate eligibility, distance limits and charges.
  • For other states, or when no delivery option appears, call 718-326-4328 for a quote before ordering.
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Warranty

Manufacturer's warranty their products only if they are purchased from an authorized retailer like us. If an issue occurs and the item was purchased from a 3rd party website i.e. Amazon, your claim may be denied. What this means for you as a customer? As a factory authorized & trained dealer for every brand on our website, you will maintain full manufacturer's warranty. Please click on the manufacturer's manual in the description for full warranty coverage information.

Returns

  • No-Restock Fees
  • 30-Day Return Policy
  • The NYC Fireplaces Team wants you to love what it is that you've ordered! If for some reason you have an issue with your product, we offer a '30-Day Return Policy'.
  • We allow returns on all new, unused, unassembled, and "resalable" items in their original packaging within 30 days of the delivery date for a refund (minus the original shipping costs, and the shipping costs you incur shipping the product back). Naturally, if your return is because of our error, you are not responsible for any shipping costs.

Description

Overall Dimensions: 48" W x 48" D x 15" H (per current listing)

The Julius from The Outdoor Plus (sold under its Top Fires line) is a 48 inch round fire bowl handcrafted in the USA from copper, with a 304 stainless steel burner and lava rock included. It is a statement piece for a terrace, pool deck or courtyard where a single sculptural bowl works better than a table. Copper is the reason to buy it: the bowl starts with the warm brown of new metal and develops a patina over the years, moving toward green, which also helps protect it outdoors.

Key Specifications

Brand The Outdoor Plus (Top Fires)
Model Julius 48" round copper fire bowl, SKU family OPT-RS48
Output 65,000 BTU (per current listing)
Burner 304 stainless steel (per current listing)
Fuel Natural gas or propane; no conversion kit included (per current listing)
Ignition Match Lit; Match Lit with Flame Sense; Spark Glow push-button; Fire Glow Spark with Flame Sense; 12V Low Voltage Electronic; 110V Plug and Play
Body Handcrafted copper, natural patina (per current listing)
Weight 185 lb (per current listing)
Venting Open outdoor fire feature; no tank storage
Made in USA (per current listing)

Dimensions and Cutout

Overall 48" diameter x 15" H (per current listing)
Fire glass alternative About 50 lb if replacing the lava rock on natural gas (per current listing)
Gas connection Hard-piped natural gas or propane supply to the bowl

Features

  • Handcrafted copper bowl made in the USA
  • Living finish that develops a protective patina over time
  • 304 stainless steel burner rated at 65,000 BTU
  • Round 48" footprint for 360 degree seating
  • Low 15" profile at lounge height
  • Six ignition choices, from match lit to switch or smart-home control
  • Lava rock included to cover the burner

What Is Included and What You Will Need

  • Included: Julius copper fire bowl, 304 stainless steel burner, lava rock and the ignition system you select
  • Required: a natural gas line or propane supply connected by a licensed gas installer; a propane tank is not included
  • Electronic ignition models: a 110V outlet or switch (Plug and Play) or a GFCI outlet for the low voltage transformer, installed by a licensed electrician
  • Recommended: a breathable cover; The Outdoor Plus warns that plastic covers can stick to its fire features
  • Propane buyers: keep the lava rock. The Outdoor Plus does not recommend fire glass on propane fire features because propane can pool in the burn area

Installation Notes

The Julius is for outdoor use only. The Outdoor Plus fire bowl manual calls for at least 36" from structures, combustibles and non-combustibles around a fire feature up to 65,000 BTU, 96" of overhead clearance, and 2" under any valve box for drainage. Choose a level, well drained spot with access to the gas connection, and keep dense stone such as granite or marble away from the flame. Installation and gas connections should be handled by a qualified installer. In New York City the gas line must be run by a licensed master plumber under the NYC Fuel Gas Code, and propane at residences is restricted by the NYC Fire Code. Book a consultation and we will help you plan placement and gas sizing.

Documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the copper turn green?

Over time, yes. Copper weathers naturally from shiny brown toward green, and the process takes years. The patina helps protect the bowl, and natural weathering is not covered by The Outdoor Plus warranty.

Can I use fire glass?

On natural gas you can replace the lava rock with fire-rated glass, about 50 lb, keeping media no more than 2" over the burner. On propane, stay with lava rock.

Which ignition is best?

Match lit needs no power. Flame Sense adds a pilot with a flame-sensing safety valve. Plug and Play and 12V Low Voltage allow a wall switch, timer or smart-home control.

Is the Julius still current?

We could not find the Julius on The Outdoor Plus website at the time of writing, so contact us to confirm availability and current specifications before ordering.

Related reading: Gas Fire Pit and Fire Table Buying Guide.

Warranty

Under The Outdoor Plus 2025 product warranty, burner rings and burner bars carry a lifetime warranty, stainless steel and aluminum pans are covered for 5 years residential and 1 year commercial, and electronics, gas valves and pilot assemblies for 1 year residential and 6 months commercial. Natural weathering of copper is not covered, and electrodes and spark igniters are not warrantied.

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