Fire Pits – Keep It Warm
Fire pits are an old conception known to man since the dawn of time. The invention of fire is regarded to be the most important discovery of man without which human civilization could not have possible advanced any further. Despite mans technological advancements with time; it has never lost their importance. It has remained popular with the masses due to its versatility and has change from being a necessity to a decorative item. A fire pit can be of various types and can be made in different ways. In spite of that the common feature which remains is that it is used for containing fire and for preventing it from spreading.
Fire pits can either be permanent or portable and are designed specifically to meet the need of the user. These pits are designed for backward parties, bonfires or barbeques which have become such a huge art of social life. The fire pits can be a variety of power sources and are once again a result of the users’ priorities. They also come in various shapes and sizes.
There are various fire pit designs to choose from. They are:
Chiminea: this is one of the most popular designs and is circular in shape. They are traditionally made out of ceramic and re usually used for the purpose of making food outside while partying. This is one of the most recognizable fire pits and is seen in most houses. They are available in all sizes and if ones look hard enough can even find a few made of cast iron r other metals.
In ground: these are the permanent home made fire pits where holes have to be dug. The hole is them lined with bricks or stones above the ground which help to protect the fire from blowing out during a wind. This is one of the simplest designs and is the first choice for the traditionalists. This is the classic campf8re design but also gives you the scope of making those delicious marshmallows.
If you find the custom made fire pits too expensive for your choice then you should go for the portable ones. Not only are they cheap but are beautiful to look at and are available in various designs. The portable designs in pit fire work for deserts, beaches and backyards perfectly and can be used for a large number of activities.
Building you own fire pit can be fun and if you are into landscaping this is just the thing that will make you backyard picture perfect. Building a fire pit can be strenuous and require some work. The first thing to do is dig up a hole in you backyard. You should keep in mind the problem of drainage and take all necessary steps. Find the right kind of stone or the right color of brick. Stack up the bricks and decorate it in any way you like. The bricks should be high enough for preventing any sort of accident by spreading the fire.
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