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How Jack and Jill Turned Their Lackluster Backyard into a Fire-y Oasis with a Custom Fire Pit. Once upon a time, there was a couple named Jack and Jill. They loved to entertain and have friends over for dinner parties, but they were always bleak about their lacklustre [...]
Sparks Will Fly, But Your Wallet Won’t
How a Custom Fire Pit Can Heat Up Your Valentine's Day Dinner on a Budget Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and while some couples may be scrambling to make reservations at fancy restaurants with set menus and not-so-fine dining fees, others are opting to stay in and [...]
These Fire Pits are designed for true outdoor living
Disclaimer: we are biased! Because we really believe our fire pits are beautiful things. And who doesn’t love a thing of beauty? What we love even more than watching a fire pit dance with flames with its embers snapping and popping in the steel bowl, is that [...]
How to choose a fire pit that is good value for money
Glamping in your backyard has never been more accessible. Fire pits add a stylish twist to your property. When you invest in a fire pit it is wise to choose one for its durability, practicality and a unit that best suits your lifestyle. Robust material should never be [...]
Practical firewood storage and wood racks for winter
Winter is here and with it comes the bakkie-load of wood you set about ordering for your fireplace. Is your firewood storage just a haphazard corner on your porch, in or behind your garage, or is everything shoved into a couple of stacked crates? You need better firewood [...]
Set the mood with a swanky fire pit side-piece
Here at The Fire Pit Company, we are all for the outdoor caveman lifestyle. We also believe in delivering you eye-catching modern design. So we designed a range of fire pit side-pieces that will check both boxes. You’re welcome! Browse our full range of products below or click [...]
Let’s get cosy with a custom firepit
Imagine this. You’ve had an insane week at work. You dealt with multiple demands on your attention, energy, and time. At last, it’s Friday. The weather is chilly as soon as the sun sets. You fetch a blanket, order a warm takeout dinner, and start setting up a [...]
Adding Value with a Fire Pit
When you delve into backyard landscaping, your options are practically endless. From various lighting and décor options to seating arrangements, water features, plants, flowers and trees, paths and walkways, custom hedges…the list goes on. Nevertheless, one option is highly recommended, being one [...]
Easy DIY backyard landscaping ideas to set the mood
Whether you have just become a proud home owner, got the keys to the apartment that you are renting or just feel like a change of scenery, the go-to has always usually been: interior design. Let’s face it, the options for interior design are endless – from art, [...]
The benefits of being outdoors
Have you ever tried describing a beautiful sunset to someone? Unfortunately, you most probably didn’t do it much justice. Explaining how the hues of red and blended oranges dip below the horizon isn’t an easy task. Even if you are a magician [...]
Pet safety & fire pits
If you have a fire pit in your backyard, you are more than likely to spend lots of time enjoying yourself outdoors. We understand that having a fire pit adds a fun, decorative and enjoyable aspect to your yard. However, it comes [...]
Decadent, winter-worthy hot chocolate
Nothing satisfies quite like an evening next to the fire pit, nestled beneath your favourite blankets, while sipping on a cup of mouth-watering hot chocolate and enjoying some good company. Sure, store bought hot chocolate would most likely do the trick, however, [...]