Outdoor GreatRoom offers many combinations of fire pit / conversation table designs. These designs allow room for appetizer dishes and drinks, ideal for entertaining family and friends. Each fire table has an optional glass guard to protect the burner from high winds and helps steady the flame. Outdoor GreatRoom incorporates a battery operated electronic ignition system in all of their products. Turn the manual knob to the on position, then push in the ignition button until the burner is lit. Each fire pit / conversation table is available in natural gas or LP gas. Most of the designs are capable of housing a 20 pound LP gas cylinder inside the base of the product.