Outdoor fires are a great way to spend chilly winter evenings — but make sure you learn the basics before you burn.
As winter draws ever closer, you may think about settling indoors for the season. But as temperatures start to drop, the pleasure derived from an evening spent around an outdoor fire goes up — even for those in seasonally warmer climes. Truly, it fuels the soul, especially if you’ve gathered around the blaze with friends and family.
However, not everyone has a dedicated firepit area (note to your DIY self: put that on your to-do list) that’s ready for cozy winter gatherings. That doesn’t mean you need to skip it altogether, but it does demand a bit more preparation to make sure you stay safe. Here are five tips for your best bonfire:
1. Know the law
This story is from the December 2016 edition of Log Home Living.
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