Should you cover your fire pit?

A fire pit cover is a must-have accessory. It keeps rain, wind-blown debris like leaves, and even unsuspecting critters from filling your fire pit. With in-ground fire pits, adding a cover also protects guests from taking a tumble into the pit.

What can I use to cover my fire pit?

Your fire pit cover should be made of a durable, weather-resistant material such as outdoor fabric, plastic or vinyl. It should be breathable and equipped with vents to prevent condensation of moisture.

Can you put a fire pit under a vinyl pergola?

Can you put a fire pit under a pergola? Yes, you can. With proper ventilation, mindful placement, and common-sense safety practices, you and your family can safely enjoy the ambiance of a fire pit beneath your StruXture pergola.

Can a fire pit be square?

Square fire pits have strong right angles and straight lines that can be used to create a formal, modern or structured look – from grand statements to comforting regularity. A square fire pit is ideal for fitting neatly into a small, square enclosure or reflecting the strong geometry of a modern home’s architecture.

What is the best stone for a fire pit?

Hard rocks like granite, marble, or slate are much denser, and therefore less likely to absorb water and explode when exposed to heat. Other rocks that are safe to use around and in your fire pit include fire-rate brick, lava glass, lava rocks, and poured concrete.

Do fire pits need drainage?

It’s not the first thing you’d consider when building or installing a fire pit – but drainage is of course a big issue. Depending on whether you have a portable metal or fixed stone fire pit, you may need to install a drainage system – so it’s true to say that permanent fire pits do need drains.

How do you keep rain out of a fire pit?

You can protect your fire pit from rain by covering it with a tarp. You can use a special tarp designed for fire pits, or you can use one designed for grills. Either way, a heavy-duty tarp made of a strong synthetic material should protect your fire pit from the elements.

What is the grate for on a fire pit?

A fire pit grate can make it easier to light a fire in your fire pit because it gives you access to the space under your fire, where you want to put tinder and kindling. By blowing on hot coals that have fallen through the grate, you can often re-ignite a fire that has gone out.

Can I put a fire pit under a covered patio?

Wood burning fire pits should not be used under a covered patio. Wood produces thick, toxic smoke and if there’s not enough air flow, it can build up quickly and deplete the space of oxygen. It’s best to use a wood burning fire pit in an open area with plenty of ventilation, away from combustible materials.