Buying Help and Fire Rules
Is Fire Pit Ash Good for Gardens?
Is fire pit ash good for gardens? Yes, in small amounts from clean wood. Learn which ashes to avoid, how much to spread, and how to store and spread them.
Pick a steel, smokeless or gas fire pit that fits your yard
Plain comparisons for wood-burning steel pits, smokeless models and propane tables. Start with the fuel you want, the size of your space or the model you're weighing.
Latest guides
Buying Help and Fire RulesHow Much Is a Fire Pit? Real Cost by Type
How much is a fire pit? See what drives the cost of wood, gas, steel and smokeless models, plus the extras that add to a backyard setup.
Steel and Iron Wood-Burning PitsBest Fire Pits for a Concrete Patio
The best fire pit for a concrete patio is the Hykolity 2 in 1, with a swivel grill and spark cover. Compare wood, gas and tabletop models for your slab.
Propane and Gas Fire PitsHow Does a Propane Fire Pit Work?
A propane fire pit burns gas from a tank through a burner and lava rock to make flames. Here's how the parts work, how to light one, and how to run it safely.
Buying Help and Fire RulesHow Much Fire Pit Glass Do I Need?
How much fire pit glass do I need? Work out coverage by surface area and depth, then buy 1/2-inch fire glass in the right bag count for your gas fire pit or table.
- Steel and Iron Wood-Burning Pits
Best Wood-Burning Fire Pits for Cooking
Find the best wood burning fire pit for cooking. Compare grills, swivel arms, lids and bowl sizes, with setup, safety and cooking tips for real backyards.
- Propane and Gas Fire Pits
Lava Rock vs Fire Glass for a Propane Fire Pit
Lava rock vs fire glass for a propane fire pit: compare cost, heat, cleanup and flame look, and see which media suits your burner and your budget.
Buying Help and Fire RulesHow to Use a Smokeless Fire Pit
Learn how to use a smokeless fire pit safely, load and light it, keep the secondary burn going, handle ash, and shut it down without a smoke cloud.
Propane and Gas Fire PitsBest Portable Propane Fire Pit for RV Camping
The best portable propane fire pit for RV camping is the Outland Living 893 Deluxe. Compare 9 picks by size, BTU output, weight and kit contents.