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Let’s face it: outdoor gatherings and fire pits go together like s’mores and marshmallows. There’s something magical about a flickering flame on a cool evening — an instant invitation to slow down, laugh a little louder, and make memories. But before you start inviting everyone over, it helps to understand what your fire pit is made of. The material you choose affects how it looks, how it ages, how it burns, and how much time you spend worrying about it. So grab a chair ( …

If you're thinking about adding a fire pit to your backyard, you’ve probably run into the classic debate: “gas vs wood fire pit.” Each type brings its own set of advantages, quirks and lifestyle considerations. This article will walk you through the big differences — in easy-to-read, non-technical terms — so you can pick the one that fits you. (By the way, if you're looking to buy, you can browse great options at TheFirePitStore.) Why the decision matters A fire pi …

Are you considering purchasing a metal fire pit?  Here are some tips to help you make your decision a bit easier.  Eventually, over time everything made out of metal will rust.  No matter if it is protected from the elements or left out in them.  There are a few things you can do to slow down the process and add years to the life of your pet.   Some pits come painted on the outside by the manufacturer with a high-heat paint coating.  Over time this coat …

I’ve gone through a few fire pits over the years and by far my favorite pit is the one I got last spring from Fire Pit Art because I know it’s the last one I’ll ever have to buy. Fire Pit Art has a lot of cool, custom-made pit designs to choose from but the one I got is called, “Asia” and it’s simply shaped like a large shallow bowl or one of those flying saucer pans we used for sleds when we were kids. The difference is that the “Asia” is a lot cooler looking than a giant …

As a young boy I remember going camping with my parents every year. We would rent one of those fold out campers and always went to a new area of the country, just like the Griswalds. Even though we were not using tents and sleeping on the ground, the experience was memorable. The part I always enjoyed the most was sitting around the fire at night watching my father cook dinner the rustic old fashion way, then we got to do marshmallows. Looking back I always enjoyed the time arou …

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 requir …

Fire Pit Art Manufactures Fire Pits That Will Last Your Lifetime. Lubbock, Texas, January 4, 2012 – TheFirePitStore.com has agreed to carry the unique line of fire pits from Fire Pit Art. The pieces are hand fabricated by Rick Wittrig who was asked to create a commissioned fire pit for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Whistler B.C. Canada. Each Fire Pit Art® creations are made creation quarter-inch thick mild carbon steel and have an applied iron oxide patina on the outside. They are made to l …