Fire pits are growing in popularity. But knowledge of how to care for them is sometimes glossed over. There are two ways to keep your fire pit safe. Dorian Construction fire pit designs are built with safety in mind. The best way to make sure your home stay safe is to know how to start a fire and how to manage it.
The first thing to keep in mind for fire pit safety is how to handle fire safely. To start, think about the placement of your fire pit. A fire should be at least ten feet from any flammable substances. Contrary to what you may first think, this does not refer to chairs and tables or rock walls. Instead, any structures such as your home or patio are considerably more flammable and should stay away from open fire. Depending on the type of fire pit you have, you will also want to keep the immediate surrounding area free of grass and flammable debris. This would include leaves, twigs and any fabric that may be around. For ease, it may be a good idea to place your fire pit on a concrete surface. This will make clean up and maintenance easier.
If you have fire pit built in, then make sure that there is nothing around that can catch fire. Most companies who install these features know and abide by the standards set. However, you will occasionally get the worker or company who does not. Knowing the safe distance is one way to ensure that your fire pit will not catch anything on fire by accident. Lastly, make sure to not use your fire pit on windy days. Wind can make fire unpredictable. Often, there will be bans on fire if the weather is too windy. Be sure to check your news network to know for sure.
The next thing to keep in mind for fire pit safety is how you start the fire. The steps to start and maintain a proper fire are not the same as starting a grill fire, for example. Typically, throwing gas fluid onto the flame will not be a good idea. The usual method is to start with some twigs and paper, then add larger wood pieces as the fire grows. In addition, you will need to consider the type of fire pit you have. This will dictate the way you start the fire.
If you are using a movable pit, then you might want to start with paper. For built in ones, you may start with logs straight away. The size of your fire pit will also change how you start it. Some may big enough to use a fire starter log, others may not. Regardless of the kind of fire pit you have, it is a good idea to have some kind of metal screen to cover it. This reduces the chance of sparks catching fire around the pit.
Fire pits are a great way to enjoy your backyard with you family. Dorian Construction has multiple fire pit designs to suit your backyard needs. Remember that the key to fire pit safety is knowing how to start and manage a fire. This will allow you to enjoy your fire pit without causing damage to your property. If you’d like a fire pit to grace your backyard, contact Dorian Construction today!
How to Practice Safety When Using Your Outdoor Fire Pit
So you’ve had Dorian Construction install a beautiful outdoor fire pit in your backyard. Now you’re able to have countless events where your friends can come over and enjoy the warmth of a crackling flame. You need to be sure that you take all the necessary precautions. This way, nobody will get hurt and nothing will be damaged while you and your friends are relaxing with the warmth and staring at the flames.
According to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, “outdoor burning is allowed when used solely for recreational or ceremonial purposes, in the noncommercial preparation of food, or exclusively as a means of generating warmth in cold weather.” In other words, campfires, bonfires, and cooking fires are allowed.” However, the fire, “may not contain electrical insulation, treated lumber, plastics, construction or demolition materials not made of wood, heavy oils, asphaltic materials, potentially explosive materials, chemical wastes, or items containing natural or synthetic rubber.” Furthermore, “the burning must not cause a nuisance or traffic hazard.”
In addition to following the law, in order to keep you and those around you safe, there are a few other precautions that you should take. First and foremost, when you install a stationary outdoor fire pit, it should be more than 10 feet away from anything flammable. This includes your home, any trees in your backyard, and the neighbors. Chairs should be far enough away so that no one falls into the fire when moving around. You can also opt for built-in chairs.
When you go to start the fire, do not use gas or lighter fluid. Be careful that your clothes do not catch fire because they are too close to the flame. If you are going to use wood, use only what will fill the pit three quarters of the way and only sticks that are dry. You should also keep your hose or other water source, a fire extinguisher, and/or some sand close by in order to put out any flair-ups.
A fire blanket is also a good idea as it can help if any people end up catching fire. Always keep your phone close by, as well. This way, if the fire gets out of hand quickly, you can call for help. When you are done using your outdoor fire pit, you should ensure that it is completely extinguished. You should review the instructions before you are ready to put out your fire. This is because water can crack ceramic fire pits as well as some metal ones.
In the El Paso area, Dorian Construction can hook you up with the best outdoor fire pit available. They will also instruct you on how to use it so that you are as safe as possible while enjoying its warmth and light on a cool fall or winter night.
Fire Pits Can Help You Relax in Your Backyard
Dorian Construction is known for their pool designs. However, they are now expanded to designs for your backyard. In addition to your beautiful pool design, you can now have a custom fire pit in your backyard. Imagine a cozy nook on your back porch. Complete with comfortable couches, and a roaring fire waiting for you. You can come home after a long day at work and just breathe in the scent of pine. Be surrounded by the warmth of a hearth and let yourself recharge from the day. Having a fire pit in your backyard is one way to decrease the amount of stress you have in your life. In addition, they are extremely customizable, add value to your home, and are the best kind of luxury to have in your home. Dorian Construction can help.
Fire pits are extremely customizable. There is no limit. If you can imagine it, it can be done. Think of the possibilities: from the super dapper to fan models. Have something simple, like a pit in the ground with a circle couch. Or something to enjoy on cool summer nights, like an outdoor chimney. Besides the possibilities, your own unique style will be brought to life in the design you imagine. This also means you will have a personal oasis waiting to help you unwind after a long day. After all, what could be better than coming home to your realized dream?
Fire pits increase your home value. Your home is your castle, and you put work into making it perfect. Why not also add features that will give you a return? Having your property go up in value is a bonus for any home owner. Having customized yards can help improve your homes market value. This means that if you ever decide to sell, you will get a great return. Besides this, your own view of home will change. Knowing that something beautiful and comfortable is waiting for you, increase your desire to be home. Actually being able to enjoy your home helps keep you grounded too. You work hard and deserve a break, what better way to take it then every day at home?
Get the most out of your backyard experience with luxury fire pit environments. Home and luxury can go together. Feeling pampered in your own home helps you stay motivated throughout the day. Everybody needs a place to re-charge and feel good. Having a custom fire pit in your back yard is one way to rest.
Dorian Construction has the best fire pits to suit your desires. If you have dreamed of making your backyard an oasis, then they can help. Getting a fire pit for your backyard is not excessive, but a step toward less stress in your life. Contact Dorian Construction today.
How To Increase Family Time In Your Home
There is something quite novel about the idea of having outside picnics and having quality time with your family. Nowadays with technology so accessible, we forget the simple value of spending time with the family and nature. Homes with backyards almost instantly provide the opportunity for more togetherness and family adventures, especially in the summertime. One way to increase your time spent together outdoors is by including a fire pit in your backyard. Fire pits are usually designed as contained outside fires. Dorian Construction can install a fire pit in your backyard.
There are to main types of fire pits, permanent and portable. The most common type is portable fire pits because of the ease and practicality of their mobility. With portable fire pits you are able to take anywhere and have a quaint get together anywhere. However, there is a certain benefit to building a permanent fire pit at home. It adds value to your home and it is aesthetically pleasing. When designing the fire pit for your home, you get to choose the materials that will compliment your home and your backyard. There are a few DIY fire pit project you could undertake alone. However, it is recommendable to consult an expert to get a professional opinion about how to proceed.
When considering building a fire pit in your home, your decision should depend on the footage available and the budget at your disposal. Once you have these two you can begin planning the size, material and space where to build it. You need to consider if you want to make the fire pit the focal point of your backyard or if you want it cornered as far from the house as possible. Distance is, in fact, a factor. This is because the law requires you to have a minimum distance of ten feet from your home.
Dorian Construction has been in the business for years and as an experienced veteran in the fire pit building business, they can offer your invaluable information and advice. At Dorian Construction you will find a wide variety of material for you to choose from in order to build your fire pit. In addition, Dorian Construction can give you all the advice about which materials can handle heat and the weather better for a longer lasting fire pit. Contact Dorian Constructions today. You can see just how easy it is to build your own fire pit and increase your family quality time.
Why We Love Fire Pits and We Think You Should Too
Fire pits are becoming more popular for homeowners and commercial properties alike. In addition to this, they are high on our list for what we love adding to our backyard transformations. Dorian Construction is skilled and experienced creating a home oasis that you and your guests will never forget. Who wouldn’t want to make the most of building an unbelievable ambiance for everyone to enjoy? We are convinced that seldom are. Here are some main reasons we love fire pits and think you should feel the warm fuzzies for them too.
Why bother spending tons of money on a backyard renovation or custom swimming pool that isn’t going to feel complete afterwards? It wouldn’t make sense to have the pool you want without the right lighting to really make it come alive. That is why we love what fire pits do for your backyard. It gives that cozy feeling. It can be like camping and being connected to nature, even if you live in a tightly knit neighborhood. In addition, it helps enhance the connection and communication you feel with someone. It is as easy as having a warm flickering fire nearby and the people you love to share it with.
Getting just what you want from the potential your home has to offer is easy. Dorian Construction makes personalized fire pits in a variety of designs to enhance the feel your home offers. We don’t only specialize in custom fire pits. Our services include custom swimming pools, Jacuzzis, hot tubs, waterfalls, ponds, and other water features. We can also offer complete backyard transformations so you can enjoy your backyard all year long. If you would like to see what we have to offer or have a design rendered to fit your vision, contact us today!
The Major Benefits of an Outdoor Fire Pit
An outdoor fire pit is an affordable and beautiful feature that you can add to your home. With Dorian Construction, you can create a fire pit on an existing patio space or you can design a brand new fire pit and patio to go with it. Fire pits are versatile, flexible, and can be located in most El Paso back yards. You can enjoy many substantial benefits of installing this architectural feature and your family will enjoy your fire pit for a very long time to come.
Outdoor fire pits are useful for more than just starting a fire. You can create a fire pit from beautiful pavers, natural rock, or a wide variety of other materials that will look wonderful in your space. A fire pit will be an outdoor architectural feature that makes your yard look much more attractive and much more like a real living space. This is especially true if you incorporate other features into your El Paso back yard with the fire pit, such as built-in seating.
Outdoor fire pits are both beautiful and functional. With an outdoor fire pit, you can stay outside for longer by the fire because the fire will provide light and help to keep the bugs away. You can enjoy late evenings sitting by the fire instead of just sitting inside once it gets dark. The heat that a fire produces can also allow you to enjoy being outside even on colder El Paso nights.
Dorian Construction has helped many homeowners with the construction of an outdoor fire pit. If you are ready to take your back yard to the next level in terms of function and beauty, a fire pit is the answer. Contact Dorian Construction today to learn more.
Fire Pits are Perfect for Family Time Outdoors
If you are thinking of different ways to make your backyard more appealing, adding fire pits can be the solution that you are looking for. There is something about gathering around a warm fire that can inspire people to relax, unwind, and talk long into the night. Your entire family can enjoy the glow of the burning embers in your El Paso back yard. When you turn to Dorian Construction, we have the solution. Fire pits are a great choice for a lot of different reasons. We can build a beautiful, custom fire pit that will add beauty and warmth to your outdoor gatherings.
A fire pit can be fun for people of all ages because they can give you the chance to cook your own food over an open fire. Many children and adults like to roast hot dogs over an open flame. It is far more fun than just grilling because everyone gets to be involved. Of course, the campfire class s’mores are also a favorite, especially for children. When you decide to get the fire going, your family and friends will flock to your El Paso home to enjoy the beautiful scene you’ve created.
In addition to cookouts, there are lots of other fun activities that people enjoy doing around a fire pit. When you make a fire in your backyard, people love to sit around and tell ghost stories and camp fire tails. Fire pits can also encourage people to sit around, play music and sing camp songs. The opportunity for togetherness away from the television and enjoying the great outdoors is absolutely a reason for every family to consider adding fire pits to their space.
Dorian Construction creates beautiful fire pits which use natural gas, propane, or wood. When you are ready to custom design a fire pit to fit your space, contact us today!
