Fire Pit & Patio Guides

Anatomy of a Gas Fire Pit: Every Component Expl...

A component-by-component map of a gas fire pit, from enclosure and drain to burner pan, orifice, ignition and media, with manufacturer specs and a symptom-to-part diagnostic table.

The Best Propane Fire Pits and Fire Tables of 2026

Twelve propane fire pits and fire tables from $629 to $4,498, ranked by what actually decides the purchase: where the 20 lb tank lives. Five hide it inside; seven need...

How Far Should a Fire Pit Be From Your House?

Three rules set how far a fire pit sits from your house: manufacturer clearance (36-48 in sides), fire code (25 ft for wood recreational fires) and wind. The most restrictive...

Yellow, Low or Uneven Flame: What Your Fire Pit...

A yellow fire pit flame is usually normal by design; soot, low flame and uneven burn are not. Diagnostic tables for media depth (1-2 in max), 7/11 in WC supply...

Do You Need a Permit for a Gas Fire Pit?

Buying never needs a permit; installing often does. The three permits that can apply, what the inspector checks (3 psig for 10 minutes, 12 in of cover, shutoff within 6...

Fire and Water Bowls: The Complete Buyer's Guid...

A complete guide to pool fire and water bowls: 3/4-in water line at 12-15 GPM per bowl, 1/2-in NPT gas, 316 vs 304 stainless in salt water, and the six...