Some Tips When Buying A Wood Burning Fire Pit
Posted by The Fire Pit Store on 20th Aug 2014
All wood burning fire pits are not the same. There are many things to consider before buying one that will save you money, and time while keeping safety in mind all the while. First, the obvious. If you are thinking of putting a big bowl of metal to burn wood in, please make sure that you are not putting it anywhere near a structure. Be aware that sparks will fly and if there is wind, sparks will fly sideways as well, so consider the weather as well. Spark guards may be required in your area depending on your local laws. Be sure to check them out before firing up your pit. Keep children in check and make sure that they know the dangers of fire and be sure that they understand that they should not be playing around one when it is lit.
We are not going to talk about propane fire pit versions now as they have their special details that need to be followed and we will discuss that in another post.
Remember when you went camping as a child and would hang around the campfire at night? Well, you can bring that same experience to your home with a wood burning fire pit. The sounds smells and heat it gives out will have you thinking you are out in the wilderness roughing it. By following a few pointers, you can assure that you will be making the right choice when picking out your pit.
First
things first are the materials. You can select from steel, stainless
steel and carbon steel. We would suggest for longevity to go with
carbon steel. Not only is it more resistant to the weather, but it
usually is thicker and will withstand the outdoors for a much longer
period. Carbon steel fire pits are usually made out of 1/4-inch thick steel and should last a lifetime. Fire Pit Art
and The Fire Pit Gallery are two manufacturers that make these types of
products. They will be heavy so be sure you pick out a perfect location
right off the bat. Make sure they are placed in a bed of sand, or on a
flat rock surface. You can pick up different styles of rock at
Walmart, Lowes, or your local nursery. You can paint your pit, but most
paints will not hold over some time when exposed to high
heat. It is best to let the natural patina color come through as it
ages. Keep in mind as mentioned before where you place the pit, as
rust will leave a mark if placed unprotected on a surface that will
absorb stains.
Like all products, you get what you pay for, so don't expect that $98 fire pit you bought at Walmart to
keep up with the $800 one made out of 1/4 carbon steel. If you are
serious about getting something that will last a lifetime and give you
many hours of enjoyment with friends and family, check out some of our
wood burning fire pit reviews for a more detailed breakdown of what is
hot, and what is not.