Fire Pit Buyers Guide
by
Barb Jones
Fire pits are excellent outdoor features to own. They provide warmth and act as centerpieces for social gatherings. If you’re considering investing in one, you may be overwhelmed by all of the choices available. Here is a guide to help you look at all the options and narrow down the selections, so you can pick the perfect fire pit for your home.
Size | First, you must decide what you want from your fire pit. Are you looking for a permanent feature or something more portable for trips? Fire pits can be large, permanent elements in your outdoor space or they can be smaller, foldable accessories which you take camping—or any size in-between.
Materials | Perhaps the most important element when deciding on your perfect fire pit is the materials used to construct it. The materials not only equate to durability, but also style. Depending on your needs/wants and your style preference, the prominent component of your fire pit will have a huge impact. We compare differences between steel, tile & stone, copper, cast iron and stainless steel
Function | You also want to consider what you want to use the fire pit for. Do you just want to enjoy an outdoor fire or do you also want to use it to cook food or act as furniture or décor? Believe it or not, there are fire pits to accommodate for anything you may want or need. Covered are grilling, tables, artistic and cumtomized
Fuel Sources |There are three basic fuel sources you must decide between: wood, propane, and natural gas. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages and those are discussed
Brands | Whether you're purchasing a toaster or a TV, brands are part of your decision process. Although brand name fire pits are often less known than Sony or Toshiba, there are some definite differences between manufacturers that consumers should know. We summarized some of the top brands in the fire pit industry.
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