Outdoor Fire and Patio

The joy of gathering around a fire with friends and family has many people rushing to purchase a fire pit for their backyard. When it comes to choosing a fire feature, the first consideration is obviously whether you want a wood burning fire or a gas powered one. Outdoor wood fire pits  have a charm of their own while gas fire pits have a lot of benefits working in their favor. The sizzle and smell of burning wood just cannot be replicated by modern fuel based fire pits. This is definitely an ‘authentic’ fire, but the associated tasks of gathering firewood, tending the fire, getting smoke in your eyes and being wary of flying embers can be extremely frustrating or an absolute delight, depending on how you look at it. Ensuring that the fire is snuffed out properly and cleaning up the residue ash the next day obviously goes with the territory. On the other hand, a natural gas or propane fire pit makes things as easy as the flip of a switch. Convenience a...

Frank Lloyd Wright is hailed as the most famous American architect of all time. His prolific structures still command respect and admiration. His design elements incorporated the nature’s glory, especially in the garden statuary and planters. The clean geometric shapes of his personally-designed urns still look becoming and make for contemporary planters that can be used both outdoors and indoors. You too can up the beauty of your garden or backyard by opting for a reproduction planter bowl of the great architect’s exemplary works. In fact, Outdoor Fire & Patio is authorized by the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation Taliesin West, Scottsdale, Arizona and their reproductions are developed with the cooperation of the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio Foundation and the Robie House, museum properties of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. What’s more, a portion of the sale price supports the conservation and education programs of these institutions. The...

Plants are the perfect way to beautify the exteriors and make them look inviting. Soft landscaping adds an attractive magnificence with pretty flowers and blooming foliage. Many plants can also be used indoors to create a warm and welcoming ambience. While adding simple plants and shrubs can work wonders to the landscape, why not create some more visual drama with modern outdoor planters ? Indeed, the container that holds the plant does not have to look simple and boring always. In fact, the use of interesting yet functional planters lends a unique appeal to the plants that never fails to attract attention. If you find yourself contemplating where you can find interesting planters for your garden, deck, patio or indoors, check out the exclusive offerings at Outdoor Fire & Patio ( www.outdoorfireandpatio.com ). The fire feature provider also stocks a remarkable range of outdoor planters in attractive shapes, styles and colors. There is a mix of contemp...

Is the chilly weather calling for something special? Do you find yourself craving some natural heat to beat the freezing cold? Wouldn’t you like to have some blazing flames cutting through the frosty night? In fact, a fire can cast a hypnotic brilliance even as it heats up the surroundings. As the days are shorter and night sets in early, what can better illuminate the dark than a fire pit or even a natural gas tiki torch ? Indeed, an outdoor fire feature will set the mood for hosting get-togethers, playing games with family, roasting marshmallows or just stargazing, if you wish. All you need is a few chairs or couches around the fire and some blankets – you will be ready to snuggle in for hours at length. But, coming back to reality, a fire feature seems quite cumbersome at the outset. You need to store firewood, stoke the fire to life and keep a watch for flying embers. Then again, it can take long to completely extinguish the fire, not to mention clean...

It is after much research and contemplation that a homeowner invests in a fire feature for his patio or garden. There is a lot of deliberation over whether to choose a concrete fire pit or copper fire pit table , whether to go for wood burning or gas and so on. They will tend to dilly-dally over the various sizes, shapes and styles available in the market. The price tag will obviously play a crucial role in the decision. Once you have settled on an appropriate fire feature that is best suited to your home and needs, you will start considering accessories like burners, covers, screens, lava rock, fire glass and gas logs to protect and enhance the look of the fire. Now that you have an attractive fire lighting up your backyard and adding a fascinating allure to the surroundings, you will be dreaming of inviting guests, playing games, roasting marshmallows or just gazing into the crackling flame. Therefore, what you need the most to enjoy the warmth and glow i...

Most people prefer having a non-wood fire feature in their backyard as it eliminates the concerns of collecting firewood, looking out for flying embers, cleaning the ash residue and so on. A natural gas fire pit or propane fire bowl is not only easy to get going and maintain, but you can even use artificial logs to create the look of a natural fire! However, which fuel do you use for your fire feature – natural gas or propane? Natural gas is generally considered easy and convenient for conducting the flaming fuel in the fire. While it’s economical and homeowners are not likely to run out this fuel, they may not want to rip up the deck or patio just to hook up the fire pit to their existing natural gas line. And the connection may limit the portability of a fire bowl or table too. The costs will rise a bit if you consider a new gas line just for the fire pit! On the other hand, a propane fire bowl scores high on the convenience scale. All you have to do is ...

The mercury is starting to drop and winter is on its way in. Many people start wanting to extend their outdoor time after they get back home from work. A backyard gas fire pit or even just concrete fire bowls become the perfect way to keep yourself warm as you relax outside with family. Whether you contemplate investing in a brand new fire table or just drag your old fire pit out from the garage, there are some essential do’s and don’ts for setting up a fire feature: Check out the local regulations, consult the officials and get the required permits (if any) even before you purchase a fire feature. Many county codes forbid open fire pits, though they may go easy on fire tables and bowls. Still certain restrictions may apply. Check the ‘Spare the Air’ days in your locality (if applicable) and refrain from lighting a wood fire on these specific days. A fire pit should be located at least 10 feet away from the house, fences or other structures, including the ...