
Shuttle Fire Sculpture in Corten Steel: a long, low rust-finish trough of flame
The Outdoor Plus Shuttle fire sculpture in Corten steel is a long, low rectangular trough in a 36 or 48 inch length, with straight sides and an open top where a row of flames runs the whole length. It is much wider than it is tall, and Corten forms its own protective rust-colored skin outdoors, deepening from orange to brown with no paint or sealer needed.
Burn firewood in it as it comes, or order it as a gas feature for natural gas or propane and light it with a match or a push-button igniter. Decorative gas burner ornaments are optional. Want a finish that stays bright? See the Shuttle in stainless steel. The Corten Shuttle fire sculpture ships free from My Cozy Outdoors with No Sales Tax (except WY) and the full manufacturer warranty.
Specifications
SKU: TFL-SHTL3612CSWB | TFL-SHTL4812CSWB
| Size |
36″, 48″ |
| Ignition Type |
Wood Burning, Match Lit Ignition, Fire Glow, Spark Glow, Plug and Play (CSA Certified) |
| Gas Type |
Liquid Propane, Natural Gas |
FAQ
What inspired the Shuttle Fire Sculpture’s form?
Launch-era geometry — a tapered, vertical profile with cutouts that vent flame light upward, so a burning Shuttle looks faintly like liftoff in slow motion. The Corten steel version weathers to a scorched-earth rust patina that makes the effect read even more dramatic.
What sizes does the Corten Shuttle come in?
Two: 36-inch (TFL-SHTL3612CSWB) and 48-inch (TFL-SHTL4812CSWB). Both are wood burners by design. The taller 48-inch Shuttle exaggerates the vertical flame-chimney effect, while the 36-inch fits tighter terraces — dimensions and clearances are on the linked spec sheet.
Does the tall shape change how I build the fire?
A little — the Shuttle behaves like a chimney, so start the kindling low and central and let the vertical draw do the work. Flames climb fast once established. Add wood in moderate pieces rather than tall stacks; the sculpture supplies the height for you.
How far from the house and trees should it stand?
Because the Shuttle vents heat and light upward, overhead clearance matters even more than usual: nothing above it, period — no branches, eaves, or shade structures — plus the standard 10 to 20 feet from combustible walls and fencing. Local code sets the binding distances.
What do I do with ashes in a vertical sculpture?
Same as any wood burner, just let the Shuttle cool fully first — its enclosed base holds heat well. Shovel cold ash into a lidded metal container, store it on concrete for a couple of days, then compost clean hardwood ash or bin the rest.
Is the rusty surface a problem for pale patio stone?
Early on it can be: fresh Corten sheds tinted runoff in rain until the patina locks in. Give the Shuttle its first weathering season over gravel or dark pavers, and it will spend the rest of its life colorfast and stain-free.
Can the Shuttle be configured for gas?
Yes — the spec tab lists wood burning plus Match Lit, Fire Glow, Spark Glow, and Plug and Play (CSA certified) options in liquid propane or natural gas. If you want the launch-tower look without firewood logistics, order it gas; wood purists can browse our wood burning fire pit lineup.