What To Consider When Selecting a Fire Pit for Your Backyard
Summer is ending, and beautiful autumn is around the corner. There isn’t a better time of year to consider a fire pit for your backyard. The crackling sounds, the beautiful amber glow, and the wonderful warmth only a fire can provide are all achieved with a backyard fire pit. Can you just see your guests all cozied up around the fire as they catch up and make new memories? Let’s look at what to consider when selecting a fire pit for your backyard.
Know the Regulations
Keep in mind that you can’t just start a fire somewhere in your backyard without first knowing your area’s regulations. Neighborhoods, lot sizes, and other city ordinances all determine what you can put in your yard.
The laws and ordinances are there to protect everyone. A quick call to your city is the easiest way to get answers to regulation questions.
What’s Your Style?
Your home has a certain style to it, and your fire pit should as well. With so many options, there’s no need to settle for ordinary unless ordinary is what you prefer.
Style includes the shape, color, materials, and even how it all looks when burning. Think about what you want the fire pit to say to guests about your style and go from there. Fire pits make great conversation pieces. Here’s a list of different fire pit materials used to create styles from traditional to modern:
- Stone or brick
- Steel
- Copper
- Cast iron
Also, when considering a fire pit for your backyard, decide if you want it in a permanent spot or if a portable fire pit would work better for your yard and lifestyle.
How Big Should It Be?
Regulations help determine the size of your fire pit. The good thing is no matter how big or small, cool styles and materials are available in every size.
Next, determine the purpose of the fire pit. Do you usually have large crowds to entertain? If so, you may want the biggest fire pit allowed. Do you want it to throw a lot of heat or not too much? Take things like this into consideration.
Choose Your Fuel
There are a few options for making the fire pit burn. They are usually the following:
- Wood burning
- Natural gas
- Propane
- Ethanol
The style and type of logs you choose, along with ordinances and your own taste, helps in narrowing down the fuel choices. Simplicity, ease of use, and as little mess as possible are things to take into account.
Take your time choosing the right fire pit and refer to the items we discussed about selecting a fire pit for your backyard. When you make the right choice, you’ll end up with a backyard that beckons you to sit, relax, and stay awhile.
At Colorado Custom Fire Pits, we don’t just design steel fire pit logs and custom fire pits; we create works of art. Contact us or browse our online store to find a fire pit that sparks conversation, warms the night, and leaves guests wanting more.