
Nova Fire Sculpture in Corten Steel: a rust-finish sphere with the fire glowing inside
The Outdoor Plus Nova fire sculpture in Corten steel is a ball-shaped fire feature in a 36 or 48 inch size, built from curved petal-like blades with open gaps between them, so the fire glows out from the center of the sphere. Corten is a steel that 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 it bright instead of rustic? See the Nova in stainless steel. The Corten Nova fire sculpture ships free from My Cozy Outdoors with No Sales Tax (except WY) and the full manufacturer warranty.
Specifications
SKU: TFL-NVA36CSWB | TFL-NVA48CSWB
| Size |
36″, 48″ |
| Ignition Type |
Match Lit Ignition, Fire Glow, Spark Glow, Plug and Play (CSA Certified) |
| Gas Type |
Liquid Propane, Natural Gas |
FAQ
What is the Nova Fire Sculpture’s design story?
An exploding-star motif: cutouts radiate outward across the shell so the gas flame inside makes the whole Nova appear mid-burst. In Corten steel, the sculpture weathers to a deep rust patina — dark ground, brilliant light — which is exactly the contrast the design wants.
What sizes can I order the Corten Nova in?
Two: 36-inch (TFL-NVA36CSWB) and 48-inch (TFL-NVA48CSWB). The 36-inch suits residential patios; the 48-inch Nova reads as landscape art with a fire inside. Exact dimensions and clearance requirements are on the linked spec sheet.
How is the Nova ignited?
Choose at order from Match Lit, Fire Glow, Spark Glow, or Plug and Play (CSA certified). Match Lit is a key valve plus long match — simple and serviceable. Plug and Play lights the Nova at a button press and re-lights automatically if wind interferes.
Does the Nova sculpture burn propane or natural gas?
Either — every Nova is factory-built for the fuel you specify at purchase. Liquid propane runs from a tank and goes anywhere; natural gas ties into a plumbed line for unlimited evenings. Decide before ordering, since the configuration is set at the factory.
Can it get rained on without damage?
Yes — rain is actually part of the Corten Nova’s finishing process, cycling the steel toward its stable patina, and the gas hardware is built for outdoor exposure. Let the burner area dry before lighting, and cover it between uses to keep debris out.
How do I put the flame out?
Turn the key valve closed — the Nova’s flame dies instantly, with no coals, ash, or dousing. That immediate shutoff is gas’s quiet superpower: an abrupt weather change or early bedtime ends the fire in one motion, safely and completely.
What burns better in it — fire glass or lava rock?
Both are made for gas burners; it is purely aesthetic. Inside the rusted Corten Nova, black lava rock plays up the volcanic mood, while bronze fire glass echoes the patina with sparkle. Use only rated media — see our gas fire pit collection for pairing ideas.