Portable Fire Pits
Portable Fire Pits are great for backyard fires, barbecues, or to take with and use on camping outings. Because they are portable, they allow you great flexibility and can be easily moved to the perfect spot. There are many different types of portable fire pits and we will talk about the most popular designs. Your needs as well as your budget will determine the type of fire pit that will be best for you.
Chiminea
One of the most popular portable fire pit designs is the chimenea which is usually a circular design that rests on 3 or 4 legs.
These attractive fire pits basically resemble an outdoor fireplace and were originally designed to cook food but now are also used to just enjoy the warmth of a contained outdoor fire. They provide the same type of ambiance as an indoor fireplace.
The fire is fed through the opening in the front of the rounded body and most also have a chimney that will direct the smoke away from you. This chimney will point up so you want to be sure that there are no low hanging trees or branches that could catch fire from the rising heat. Patio fire pits are very popular and many people choose a chiminea for their patio because of the chimney.
The chiminea is very versatile and comes in many different sizes based on your needs. Most popular models are made of cast iron or another type of metal but you can also find them made of ceramic or clay. When you are done using your chiminea such as in the fall, you should store it in a shed or garage to keep it out of the elements. This will prevent rust and will ensure that you will get many years of use out of these great fire pits.
Copper Fire Pits
Portable Fire Pits are definitely a great way to provide warmth and enjoy a fire with good company and old friends.
Copper fire pits will also provide more than that as they are very stylish and have a modern look that is very pleasing to the eye. They are a great way to add some style to a deck or patio. You can go with a basic copper design to just have fires and congregate around or you can also go with pits that have additional features such as racks to store wood. You can also cook food on certain copper fire pits that have a cooking grid installed.
Another great thing about these fire pits is that they are extremely durable compared to other designs. The copper can handle temperatures of just under 2000 degrees and will last you for several years and most likely a lifetime if cared for properly.
Fire Pit Rings
Outdoor fire pit rings are fantastic for camping or to just use in your backyard to sit around with family & friends and enjoy a great fire. They are very easy to put together and can be put up at the campsite in minutes.
Some campsites have the typical rock fire pit which will work fine but care has to be taken that the fire is contained properly and does not spread. Other times if you are camping in a very remote area, there may not be any fire pit at all.
This is a perfect opportunity to utilize a stylish fire pit ring. Many of the designs are very rustic looking with etchings of horses and cowboys or you can opt for a more modern look. They can be assembled in minutes and usually only require a couple screws or bolts to be tightened. Fire Pit Rings not only look great and are very safe, but they are also really cheap and can be purchased for about $50.
Accessories
There are also many types of accessories that you can get for a fire pit. Some of these are for safety such as fire pit screens which are used to keep the hot embers of the fire contained so that they do not spread and possibly cause a fire. Other accessories such as racks, tool sets and covers can also be purchased so that you can get the full benefit of your fire pit. Another cool accessory is a grill kit which will turn your fire pit into a cooking grill. Whalen Fire Pits make very nice grill kits for their products.