Whether you enjoy outdoor entertaining or just relaxing in your backyard, gathering around a crackling fire on a cool evening and enjoying the warm glow of fire pit is soothing. Backyard fire pits are ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." While first thoughts may have you thinking fire pits are only for cool, crisp evenings paired with warm, ...

A backyard deck replete with yellow and white stripped wooden deck chairs, a matching side table, and a fire pit on legs. - stock_studio/Shutterstock We may receive a ...

A rustic fire pit will turn your backyard into a cozy gathering space after dark. Build a fire pit from natural or repurposed materials like brick, stone, pavers, or cast iron. Choose a round, square, ...

S’mores, stargazing, crackling flames: there’s nothing like an evening spent around a cozy fire pit. Gathering around an outdoor fire isn’t restricted to camping trips, though. Making a permanent fire ...

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When it comes to backyard upgrades that offer instant gratification, it's hard to beat a fire pit. More than just a spot to warm up on a cool ...

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. For many homeowners passionate about outdoor entertaining, a backyard isn't complete without a fire pit to sit around, toasting marshmallows, ...