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Safety When Using a Fire Pit on a Wood Deck
Can You Safely Use a Fire Pit on a Wood Deck?
Fire pits are a popular addition to outdoor living spaces, bringing warmth, ambiance, and a cozy focal point for gatherings. But when you place a fire pit on a wood deck, the risk of fire, heat damage, and injury increases dramatically.
The good news? With the right setup, precautions, and maintenance, you can safely use a fire pit on a wooden deck. This guide covers the 4 critical do’s and don’ts to protect your home, family, and deck w
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15th May 2025
​4 Common Fire Pit Laws and Regulations You Should Know As a Homeowner
There’s nothing quite like gathering around a fire pit in your backyard, enjoying the warmth and ambiance with friends and family. While fire pits are great for creating cozy outdoor spaces, there are rules to follow when it comes to safety and legal considerations. If you're a homeowner, it's important to understand fire pit laws and regulations in your area to avoid fines, keep your family safe, and be a good neighbor. Here are four common fire pit laws and regulations to be aware of, along wi
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24th Oct 2024
​5 Fire Pit Safety Tips
Fire pits have become part of almost everyone's outdoor decor. They make for beauty, entertainment, and just fun family time. Fire pits can be used all year; most popular in spring, summer, and fall. Be cautious and preventative when using your fire pit. It is, after all, "fire".
For those currently owning fire pits or considering a new purchase, we have five safety tips to promote safety.
5 Fire Pit Safety Tips
1. Placement & Positioning
The most important thing to note i
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23rd Jan 2018
​Planning That Backyard Fire Pit Part 2
Do it Safe
By
far the best and safest way to use cinder blocks, brick or stone for
a more robust style of outdoor pit (and the way I personally
recommend,) is to insulate the inner part of the structure with
actual firebrick. It's pale white in color, perfectly safe, amazingly
lightweight, and soft enough to be cut with a hacksaw to any form.
Firebricks can usually be found in hardware stores or any place that
sells fireplace or wood stove equipment. An ordinary brick or stone
fire
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11th Sep 2017