Because fire pit decks are susceptible to fire, certain precautions must be taken to prevent the fire from getting out of control.

Surrounding The Fire Pit

Whether you live in a windy place or not, you are bound to encounter wind at one point or another. As you know, wind can put out a fire or blow ashes into places you don’t want them, such as on your deck or against your house, where they can cause damage or even a house fire. This can happen with any backyard fire pit, not just one surrounded by a deck. In fact, your deck can offer even more protection if you take the right precautions. (Please note: It is generally not a good idea to burn on a windy day; this tip is for typical daily breezes.)

Surrounding Stone

Of course, you want to build your fire pit with materials like stone or brick, as fire will not destroy them. But you might also want to consider putting some stone on the ground, surrounding the fire, even if just by a foot. This could offer your deck an extra layer of protection from ash or even just fallen food that may be harder to remove from the wood.

There have been plenty of beautiful deck designs using this idea. Some have built their deck with a cutout, in which the centre is filled with sand or stone with a fire pit in the centre.

There are also things such as fire pit pads that you could use to surround the fire pit and protect your deck.

Fire Pit Location On Deck.

Naturally, where you put the fire pit matters as much as everything else, maybe even more. Make sure the well is not in the centre of the deck, where accidents could occur. You also don’t want it to disrupt the flow of traffic. It should also be far enough away from the house, such as the corner of the deck.

DIY Cut Panels

A fire pit with cutouts along some of the panels is a smart way to customize your fire pit while allowing for proper ventilation. If you are a creative person and want to make the most of your fire pit ideas, a well-thought-out DIY approach will ensure that yours are unique. Flowers, leaves, and geometric shapes are wonderful designs and are easier to create than some of the more intricate designs. That being said, to get the right look, you should keep in mind that you will have to invest in hiring a skilled blacksmith to create cutouts for you if you don’t know how to do it yourself.

Have Safety Equipment

It would help if you had things like:

• Fire extinguisher
• Thick fireproof gloves
• A water source (either a bucket or a nearby hose)

If a fire occurs, it is important to make sure it is completely out. This applies to all nights where there is a fire, even one that remains under control.

It is important to follow these safety tips. Not only when building a platform with a fire pit but also for daily safety. Every time you light that fire, it is an opportunity. An opportunity to rekindle love, friendship and the sense of our connection with nature. We owe it to ourselves to make moments like that happen often. We owe it to nature to respect the power of fire. Enjoy the campfire, but be careful when doing so.