Last Updated on July 4, 2021 by Naomi Nimu
Are you considering having a backyard fire pit? It is a fantastic addition to any home. Who does not love sitting next to a fire?
A lot of people love to gather around a fire making it a good attraction.
They also make a social gathering exceptional. You can toast marshmallows, make a barbecue or even cook while enjoying a glass of wine with friends and family.
Fire pits add value to home plus bring a sense of style and sophistication. So what are the frequently asked questions about these home additions?
What is a firepit?
These are specially designed structures to contain a fire. You can construct or buy one online. Store-bought firepits look, professionals, just like the ones reviewed here. Their features include:
- Majority are portable
- Stainless steel and cast iron make most of these home backyard structures. Metal is durable, can withstand high heat and is not prone to wear and tear.
- They come with deep bowl to accommodate large fires
- Many come as a fire pit and grate combo to grill delicious food
- They feature well-designed air ventilation as cut-outs to let in air and burn wood smoothly.
- Come with cover to protect from rain and other materials that corrode
Should you buy or construct a fire pit?
Buying is better than building one.
- They look professional
- A store-bought fire pit is safer to use
- They are constructed using high-quality materials hence cannot break easily
- Building one can be costly than buying one
- You will require to buy a cooking grill if you construct one for yourself
- There is less effort when you buy one.
Less Effort
Building a firepit is a lot of work. Also, you will need to read a lot of tutorials online in order to construct a safe one.
There will be lots of stone chiseling, deep digging, and heavy lifting.
Cost
The cost of building a fire pit can be expensive.
You will need construction materials such as metal grate, stones, sand, gravel, steel pit ring with tabs. It can be costly if you hire someone to do the job or construct a fire patio. All these can cost from $500.
A store-bought one cost less and comes with a grilling surface. Others come with covers and screen lifting tool.
Safety
The main purpose of a fire pit is to contain a fire. If you build it properly, you will have an easy way of controlling the fire. You will need to dig deeper and use the right materials to avoid accidents of explosion when they are heated up.
A store firepit is safe to use. It is made of high-quality metal that does change when heated up. No digging of pits which seem risky in case someone falls in.
Please note: Make sure your fire pit is sturdy to avoid accidents of tipping over.
Where to buy wood for firepit
You can buy a fire pit online or a store near you. It’s a worthy investment because it brings warmth and ambiance to your home outdoor space. Most are stylish hence will complement your patio.
Depending on the firepit, it can use firewood, charcoal, gas to fuel it.
What to look for when buying a Fire pit?
If you are planning to buy one, there are factors you should consider such as:
- Type of fuel
- Cost
- Do you want permanent or portable
- Safety
- The location that you will place it
- Materials used to construct
- Its design
- Wood burning laws
Type of Fuel
When buying a fire pit, it is paramount to consider the type of fuel that it will use. Popular fuels include firewood, gas, briquettes, and propane. If you love the sound of crackling fire, buy a firepit that uses firewood.
Wood Burning
Firewood also produces an aroma. If you have been around a lot of fire, you sometimes wonder why some of them smell good and others bad. This depends on the quality and type of wood. It is worth noting that wood produces more heat.
Gas firepits
If you want clean burning with less smoke, a gas firepit will be a great choice for you. They are faster to light and are easier to control than wood-burning ones. They are also adjustable.
It is very easy to adjust the flames of a gas fire making them safer to use.
Materials for construction
Fire pits are constructed using different materials. The common ones include stainless steel and cast iron.
Buy one that is constructed with a durable material such as stainless steel and cast iron, does not corrode easily and cannot crack due to intense heat of a fire.
Portable Firepit
If you want to bring your backyard party anywhere you go, buy a portable fire pit. You can bring it to a campsite, your other homes, parks, festivals, different campgrounds, just to name a few.
Make sure you select a lightweight fire pit because it is not easy to carry a heavy one.
How much does a fire pit cost?
There are many firepits that will fit your budget. Many are affordable though the price will depend on their size, fuel, type, materials used to construct and other factors. Portable ones are the cheapest.
Small ones are cheaper compared to larger models.
