How Do You Design A Fire Pit?
Coming up with a rock solid design for an outdoor fire pit requires a good understanding of how and where it will be used. Fire pits can be open or enclosed and fueled by natural gas, propane or even wood. Many fire pits are used as decorations while some are even used for outdoor cookouts. Consider where the fire pit will be located outside. An area four times the diameter of the fire pit should be considered for safety. Avoid placing any wooden or otherwise flammable material within 3 feet of the flame. Decide which fuel option is best for the design chosen. Natural gas and propane design must have a permanent fuel source professionally installed and inspected before final construction. Camp fire pits designed for burning wood must be dug into the soil and surrounded by rocks or stones. Understand what building materials will be required to complete the fire pit project. Common fire pit building materials are bricks, natural stones and metals. Design the fire pit according to local c
