A fire pit should fit the way you use your backyard. You might want a small spot for quiet evenings, a place where friends can gather, or a fire feature that becomes part of a new patio. Start with the space, then choose the fire …
Adding a Fire Pit to an Existing Paver Patio: What to Consider
You already have a paver patio and now you want a fire pit without rebuilding the space. Before choosing a kit, check whether the patio’s surface, base, and layout suit the fire pit you have in mind. Miller Brick identifies concrete pavers as a suitable …
DIY Backyard Fire Pit Ideas for a Budget-Conscious Project
A DIY backyard fire pit project starts with deciding how much of your outdoor space you want to change. You may need a fire pit and a small seating area, or you may be planning a new patio around a permanent gathering spot. Before buying …
Wood-Burning vs. Gas Fire Pit: Which Is Right for You?
A wood-burning fire pit suits evenings when building and tending the fire is part of the enjoyment. Gas suits homeowners who want easier startup and less cleanup. The right choice depends on how often you spend time outside, the atmosphere you prefer and what your …
How to Choose a Fire Pit: Fuel, Size and Material Guide
Choosing a fire pit comes down to four decisions: the fuel (wood, natural gas, or propane), the style (pit, table, or bowl), the size for your seating area, and a material that can handle your climate. Get those four right and almost any fire feature …
Cost to Convert a Fireplace to Electric
Converting a fireplace to electric typically costs between $300 and $5,000, depending on whether you’re starting from wood or gas. Wood conversions usually come in under $2,000. Gas fireplaces cost more, largely because a licensed technician needs to cap or remove the gas line first, …
Gas Fireplace Maintenance Guide
A gas fireplace doesn’t need the chimney sweeping a wood-burning unit does and that convenience is exactly what leads most homeowners to skip maintenance entirely. The fireplace still lights, so it must be fine. That assumption is how a small pilot problem turns into a …
Does a Gas Fireplace Need a Chimney?
Not every gas fireplace needs a traditional masonry chimney. Whether a gas fireplace needs a chimney depends on which type you choose, and one of the three available options requires no chimney at all. But that’s not the same as saying no venting is required. …
How Do Gas Fireplaces Work? Vents, Parts & Safety Explained
A gas fireplace works by drawing in air, mixing it with natural gas or propane at the burner, and igniting the mixture to create a controlled flame you can turn on with a switch or remote. A pilot light or electronic ignition starts the process. …
Where Should a Backyard Fire Pit Go? Layout, Comfort, Wind, and Safety Considerations
A backyard fire pit should go where safety clearances, wind direction, seating comfort, surface stability, and everyday use all work together. The right location is not always the center of the yard or the closest spot to the patio. It is the spot that gives …