Fire pits have been around for quite some time, and are still popular today. The reason for this is because fire pits are interesting to be around. The flames produced by these pits cast a surreal golden glow on all of the surroundings. I addition to being fun to look at in the dark, they also have daytime appeal. Exterior style makes these no ordinary heaters. Basic fire pits are loaded with several wooden logs, usually of the pine species. Users then light the logs with a starter brick, propellant, or even a balled up piece of newspaper.
Once lit, the flames will begin to propagate to the other logs, reaching full glow within minutes. Burning wood creates a distinct smell that is reminiscent of cold holiday nights by the fireplace. Wood also creates a crackling sound and emits flying sparks into the air. A package of hot dogs cooked over burning wood simply cannot be beat. The only downside to having a wood fire pit is that you need to clean up afterward. All of the ash and unburnt wood needs to be removed between uses. This allows maximum airflow. The airflow underneath the logs is actually quite important. The logs sit suspended on a metal grate which allows air to flow in and around them, promoting a hot fire.
Once airflow has been established, the wood will burn for as long as you keep adding logs. Pine is a commonly used wood for burning. In fact, you can get small bundles of pine logs which have already been split for you. To aid in cleanup, buying a small hand broom and dustpan is recommended. These tools can easily scoop residue out from the bottom of the fire bowl. Be sure to remove as much residue as possible and then replace the grate. If lighting wood is not something you’d like to do, you can always use an alternative propane fire pit.