Are you thinking of getting a fire pit for your backyard to enhance your outdoor space? Here are some styles to consider when deciding on a backyard fire pit.
Getting a fire for your backyard is a great feature to add to your outdoor space. Not only can fire pits enhance the look of your backyard but can be of use all year long. Whether its on those long winter nights to stay warm or in the summer as you hang out with friends and family to roast marshmallows.
We often think of fire pits as the typical small and the round but that is absolutely not the case. There are many designs and colors to choose from when deciding on a backyard fire pit. You are going to see that fire pits can be created in different shapes, colors, and design.
After seeing these backyard fire pit ideas, you are going to be extra prepared with shopping around or talking to your contractor in selecting a fire pit that best suits your outdoor space look.
This post is all about backyard fire pit ideas that every homeowner should consider.
Must See Backyard Fire Pit Ideas
1. Fire Pit with Flagstone
A fire pit covered in flagstone gives it a unique rustic touch. Not many fire pits are designed this way, as it requires many cuts of flagstone to fit around the fire pit perfectly. But the hard work pays offs with this beautiful design. Flagstone is natural stone and available in many colors to choose from. And as a bonus you never have to worry about color fading, since its all natural.
2. Fire Pit with Stucco
A fire pit pit covered with stucco gives it a very modern and clean look. The fire pit has been built out of blocks and later covered in stucco. Stucco comes in many colors to choose from, so you can match it to your outdoor color scheme. Precast caps have been placed on the fire pit to finish the look.
3. Rectangle Fire Pit with Stackable Blocks
Can you believe this fire pit is not permanent? That’s right. This fire pit has been assembled using stackable blocks with no need for mortar or gas pipes. The square design gives this fire pit a modern touch. This fire pit was made using blocks by Allan Block. Fire pits using stackable blocks are very DIY homeowner friendly.
4. Circular Fire Pit with Stackable Blocks
Here is another DIY homeowner friendly fire pit with no need for mortar. Just simply stack the blocks and caps and then add your logs for fire. This fire pit is also from the Allan Block collection.
5. Fire Pit with Stone Veneer
How about adding existing stone veneer in your backyard to your fire pit? This fire pit has stone veneer that has been incorporated to other areas such as the wall and seating area. Fire pits with stone veneer are also first built out of blocks and later covered in stone veneer. Precast caps and fire glass complete the look of this fire pit.
6. Modern Fire Pit
Some fire pits do not need to be built and you can simply purchase them. These prefabricated fire pits are ready to install and run on propane tanks.
7. Integrated Fire Pit
Integrating fire pits within walls are a great option in order to save space, especially in small areas. Not only will it save space but will make your wall stand out. This fire pit was built within a wall in a courtyard. The long and narrow design creates a unique and clean look.
This post was all about backyard fire pit ideas.
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