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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 ...

Lauren is a writer and architectural designer living and working in Brooklyn, NY. In addition to being a writer at Forbes, she works as a freelance architectural designer specializing in residential ...

There really is something special about sitting outside by an open fire, telling stories, drinking hot chocolate, roasting marshmallows, or cooking hot dogs. Almost everyone has a great memory of time ...

For years, I’ve wanted to create the ultimate fire pit setup. But I’ll be honest, the idea of maintaining a fire pit seemed daunting and was, ultimately, the thing holding me back. However, a recent ...

Which smokeless fire pit is best? There’s nothing better on a cool night than sitting around a fire with your friends. The downside to a fire is somehow someone is always sitting directly in the path ...

We’re big fans of fire pits, and it’s prime season to use them. Whether you prefer a smokeless fire pit, a traditional wood-burning pit, or one for on the go, a bonfire livens up any outdoor gathering ...

Whether in your backyard or at a campsite, a fire pit safely contains flames and requires very little upkeep when not in use. Along with providing ambiance for cozy gatherings, fire pits can double as ...

This classic portable fire pit comes in four sizes, and is the model I see most often in friends’ backyards and on car camping trips. I even have memories of huddling around it during a socially ...