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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Jun. 9—Summer is here, and nothing makes a summer evening better than sitting around a backyard fire pit, roasting marshmallows ...

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Fire pits are an essential gathering place in the backyard, creating a focal point with a warm, inviting atmosphere. Just ask anyone who's seen the reality show "Love Island", and they'll tell you a ...

A backyard fire pit has a way of turning an ordinary patio into the place everyone wants to gather. More homeowners are adding DIY fire pits right now as an easy way to make backyards feel more ...

There’s something enticing about gathering around a backyard fire pit at dusk with a group of friends and family, enjoying stories over some of the best beers. If you’ve ever dreamt of building ...

Andrew Blok covered home energy, with a focus on solar, and navigated the changing energy landscape to help people make smart energy decisions. He's a graduate of the Knight Center for Environmental ...

S’mores, stargazing, crackling flames: there’s nothing like an evening spent around a cozy fire pit. Gathering around an outdoor fire isn’t restricted to camping trips, though. Making a permanent fire ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

Prefabricated fire pits are easy to set up and often more affordable than building one yourself. Still, they offer fewer design options and don’t generally last as long as a DIY fire pit. Even though ...