
Carmen Fire Pit in Corten Steel: a six-foot linear fire pit with a rust patina
The Outdoor Plus Carmen fire pit in Corten steel is a six-foot linear gas fire pit that makes a dramatic centerpiece or divider. Corten weathers into a deep, stable russet shell, so the 72-inch body becomes a band of evolving color. Choose a low 16-inch height or a 24-inch height that hides a propane tank inside; it puts out up to 65,000 BTUs.
Order it for natural gas or propane. Light it with a match, or add electronic ignition and start it with a button. A key valve, canvas cover, stainless lid, glass wind guard, bullet burner upgrade, and fire glass are optional. Want an exact color? See the powder-coated Carmen. The Corten Carmen fire pit ships free from My Cozy Outdoors with No Sales Tax (except WY) and the full manufacturer warranty.
Specifications
OPT-CRMCS7216 | OPT-CRMCS7224
| Size |
72″ x 16″, 72″ x 24″ |
| Finish |
Corten Steel |
| Ignition Type |
Match Lit Ignition, Plug & Play Ready (CSA Certified), Match Lit with Flame Sense Ignition (LC Certified), Flame Sense With Spark Ignition, Low Voltage Electronic Ignition (CSA Certified) |
| Gas Type |
Liquid Propane, Natural Gas |
FAQ
How does the Corten Carmen weather over time?
By design, into a deep russet shell — Corten alloy oxidizes to a stable protective layer instead of flaking rust. The linear Carmen makes the transformation dramatic: a 72-inch band of evolving color. During the first curing months it may weep rusty residue, so keep pale hardscape clear.
What are the SKUs and dimensions?
Two: OPT-CRMCS7216 at 72 by 16 inches and OPT-CRMCS7224 at 72 by 24 inches. Identical Corten construction and burner — the decision is purely whether you want the flame low to the ground or up at table height.
Which ignition systems does it accept?
Match Lit, Match Lit with Flame Sense (LC certified), Flame Sense with Spark, Low Voltage Electronic (CSA certified), and Plug and Play Ready (CSA certified). The industrial-minimal look of a Match Lit Corten Carmen is a popular pairing — no visible electronics anywhere.
How hot does the Carmen get?
Its gas flame burns past 1,000 degrees at the core, spread across a long burner line that warms seating down both sides of the 72-inch body. The Corten skin itself gets very hot in operation — respect the surface during and after burns.
Is a deck install feasible?
Sometimes — gas means the Carmen throws no embers, which clears the main hurdle, but a 72-inch steel linear is heavy and hot underneath. You need verified deck structure, a non-combustible barrier, and code-satisfying clearances, all confirmed by your installer.
Can it run under a covered patio?
Only when overhead clearance and ventilation meet code and spec-sheet requirements — covered approvals are case-by-case. The 16-inch Carmen buys more headroom margin than the 24-inch; measure honestly and let your installer make the ruling.
What ships with it, and which gas does it take?
Fire pan, plate burner, mounting bracket, fuel-matched orifice, and whistle-free hose — built to order for natural gas or liquid propane. Compare the Corten Carmen against its copper and concrete siblings in our gas fire pit collection.