Warm your guests and bring glow to your alfresco entertaining area with a fire pit. It will light up the darkness to create a cozy atmosphere during chillier nights. Would you be surprised to learn it’s one of the hottest must-haves for 2023 - excuse the blatant pun – a trending addition for your backyard?
Pool owners are fast discovering the benefits of having one close to the water. It creates a focal point and becomes a natural gathering spot for socialising. As well as providing a great ambiance, an international survey says it’s also one of the best things to add value to your home. A fire and water combo will never cease to create a dramatic backdrop to any space, especially by the pool.
Where should you put your fire pit?
A fire pit should be a safe distance from any structures or flammable materials – such as trees, bushes, wooden structures, and kept away from overhanging branches or sheds that may catch alight.
Make sure there is enough space around the fire pit. As a general rule, avoid putting your fire pit within three metres of your pool, house, or shed and ensure you don’t put it in a popular walk-through route.
What material is best?
You can either create your own DIY fire pit and custom build it to your requirements, or buy one already made. A fire pit needs to be hard-wearing and, of course, fire-resistant. Stone and brick fire pits look rustic and are durable, requiring minimum maintenance.
A brick fireplace is relatively easy to construct and should be made out of bricks that can withstand intense heat on the interior wall. You can add decorative bricks externally. A solid base is required to support the structure.
Metal fire pits are another option. The top choice for Aussies is steel, that is durable, lightweight and affordable and will never rust, followed by copper or iron materials.
What about a pre-made fire pit?
Short on time and lack inspiration? Why not opt for one pre-made – there are endless options available. Maybe you want an elegant cauldron or a modern design with sharp lines, or a portable fire pit to move around different areas of your yard.
Tips on poolside fire pits
Once you have your fire pit in place, monitor its usage. Use an outdoor vacuum cleaner to suck out any ashes from your fire pit to eradicate build-up. Always extinguish the fire when you leave. A loose ember can easily carry in the wind and create a fire hazard, so always be in sight of the fire when it’s blazing.
The best firewood is kiln-dried – the more moisture within your wood, the more smoke will come off. Ensure safety equipment, such as a fire blanket and a fire extinguisher are close by.
Fire and water together has great aesthetic appeal, so if you are considering a pool, why not invest in a fire pit too? Barrier Reef Pools Perth has one of the largest fibreglass pool collections in WA – all manufactured to high standards and made in the same state of Western Australia.
Warm your guests and bring glow to your alfresco entertaining area with a fire pit. It will light up the darkness to create a cozy atmosphere during chillier nights. Would you be surprised to learn it’s one of the hottest must-haves for 2023 - excuse the blatant pun – a trending addition for your backyard?
Pool owners are fast discovering the benefits of having one close to the water. It creates a focal point and becomes a natural gathering spot for socialising. As well as providing a great ambiance, an international survey says it’s also one of the best things to add value to your home. A fire and water combo will never cease to create a dramatic backdrop to any space, especially by the pool.
Where should you put your fire pit?
A fire pit should be a safe distance from any structures or flammable materials – such as trees, bushes, wooden structures, and kept away from overhanging branches or sheds that may catch alight.
Make sure there is enough space around the fire pit. As a general rule, avoid putting your fire pit within three metres of your pool, house, or shed and ensure you don’t put it in a popular walk-through route.
What material is best?
You can either create your own DIY fire pit and custom build it to your requirements, or buy one already made. A fire pit needs to be hard-wearing and, of course, fire-resistant. Stone and brick fire pits look rustic and are durable, requiring minimum maintenance.
A brick fireplace is relatively easy to construct and should be made out of bricks that can withstand intense heat on the interior wall. You can add decorative bricks externally. A solid base is required to support the structure.
Metal fire pits are another option. The top choice for Aussies is steel, that is durable, lightweight and affordable and will never rust, followed by copper or iron materials.
What about a pre-made fire pit?
Short on time and lack inspiration? Why not opt for one pre-made – there are endless options available. Maybe you want an elegant cauldron or a modern design with sharp lines, or a portable fire pit to move around different areas of your yard.
Tips on poolside fire pits
Once you have your fire pit in place, monitor its usage. Use an outdoor vacuum cleaner to suck out any ashes from your fire pit to eradicate build-up. Always extinguish the fire when you leave. A loose ember can easily carry in the wind and create a fire hazard, so always be in sight of the fire when it’s blazing.
The best firewood is kiln-dried – the more moisture within your wood, the more smoke will come off. Ensure safety equipment, such as a fire blanket and a fire extinguisher are close by.
Fire and water together has great aesthetic appeal, so if you are considering a pool, why not invest in a fire pit too? Barrier Reef Pools Perth has one of the largest fibreglass pool collections in WA – all manufactured to high standards and made in the same state of Western Australia.
