The Kelray Story
The Kelray range was created by New Zealanders Kelvin Davis and Ray Maddix. Dissatisfied with the quality and resilience of outdoor heaters in a coastal setting, the pair set out with a goal – create the world’s most durable outdoor heater. The Kelray Heater was born.
Though Kelvin and Ray have since retired, Kelray has continued, building a strong global reputation for a product which can withstand even the harshest outdoor conditions.
Today, Kelray is headquartered in New Zealand, with a dedicated Canadian division supplying North America, ensuring our heaters are available to customers across both hemispheres.
Family Owned and Operated
Kelray is family owned and operated, and we work with homeowners, businesses and industry partners in New Zealand, Canada, Australia and the USA, but can deliver worldwide.
A Focus on Quality and Long Lasting Heating Products
Our goal at Kelray is to produce the highest quality product. We believe in strength, reliability, value and longevity. By always choosing the better of available materials, we strive to make a product that our customers trust and can rely on, day or night, winter or summer, year after year.
Firepit Expansion
Our journey into firepit design began with a custom project for a luxury glamping site nestled in the hills of Te Kuiti, New Zealand - Wild Canvas. The brief was to create a firepit that would not only serve as a heat source but also act as a striking centrepiece for the hilltop setting. The result was a sculptural 50-fin firepit, commanding attention amid a 700-acre landscape.
This project laid the foundation for a distinctive range of firepits that merge function with artistry. Each piece is crafted with a focus on durability, using premium materials chosen for their longevity in outdoor environments. The designs draw inspiration from natural forms, delivering a blend of sculptural elegance and practical performance.
Candle-Sized Sculptures of Light
Our newest creation—the Kelray Candle Holder—takes everything people love about our firepits and distills it into a tabletop-friendly form. Each piece is cut from beautiful stainless steel, so it won’t rust, flake, or lose its shine even after years of cozy dinners and patio evenings. The fins echo our signature firepit silhouette, catching and reflecting the flame to cast dancing patterns of light across the room.
Designed for both indoor ambience and outdoor gatherings, these miniature fire sculptures let you bring a touch of Kelray craftsmanship anywhere a candle can go—on a dining table, beside the hot tub, or as a striking gift that lasts a lifetime. Durable, artful, and unmistakably Kelray, the Candle Holder collection is proof that big warmth can come in small packages.