Over the years I’ve spoken to countless fire pit owners who say they rarely use their fire pit; and I know what they mean, because mine, too, used to sit gathering dust in the backyard. But recently I’ve finally figured out how to make use of my outdoor fireplace. The idea here is similar to planning or organizing anything, such as a dinner party with friends.
For example, if you’re hosting a dinner party you typically plan ahead of time the dishes you will make, a potential theme to the meal, and an idea as to how the night will flow. Thinking of that I realized the only way to incorporate the use of my outdoor fire pit into the night’s activities would be with some preplanning. Plus it would be the end of excuses as to why I don’t use it. Instead I was going to have it nicely set up so that all I needed to do was light a match. Kindling, wood and paper neatly stacked with the cover and extra wood nearby. Now my fire bowl was ready to do some entertaining.
Location, location, location
Having the fire set up and ready to light is one consideration. Another is placement. If you only have a small area, placing the fire pit in the center of it may clog the movement of guests or take up too much space. If you have a large space, placing the fire pit too far out of the way may mean no one wants to sit near it and enjoy the fire (meaning it’s a waste of time). Make sure you have it on a firm, level surface, far enough away from any flammable material. Do not place it on a deck or under a deck. And don’t make your fire under any trees. Last, it’s always good to have a working hose nearby – just in case.
The Fire
If you live in a wooded area you may choose to burn whatever is on hand, but make sure you allow the wood to season (dry for several months). If the wood is wet it will probably produce a lot of smoke when it burns and not make much of a decent fire. The best wood to burn is a hardwood such as oak, almond or maple. These woods are more dense, produce more heat and a longer lasting fire, meaning you’ll have more time to devote to your guests and less to stoking a fire.
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Author: Nicole Martins
Article Source: EzineArticles.com
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