Many homes have fireplaces or propane stoves inside, but there’s nothing quite like enjoying a fire pit under the stars in your own backyard. On a cool night in the summer, you can cook up a feast of ...

The first step to making your own fire pit is to dig out a dedicated space in your yard for the fire pit base. The following are the fire pit dimensions we used for this project. A 3-ft.-diameter ...

When the blocks start to show wear and age, you can clean them with a solution of one part muriatic acid and 10 parts water. Wear gloves, and cover all skin when scrubbing with this solution. Spray ...

A rustic fire pit will turn your backyard into a cozy gathering space after dark. Build a fire pit from natural or repurposed materials like brick, stone, pavers, or cast iron. Choose a round, square, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." While first thoughts may have you thinking fire pits are only for cool, crisp evenings paired with warm, ...

Backyard fire pits are becoming the center of fall gatherings as they evolve from simple campfire setups into full-fledged lifestyle upgrades. Homeowners are adding lighting, music and soft textures ...

Be sure to get your tinder, kindling, and firewood ready ahead of time. If you own a fire pit you should stock a supply of ...