Our Fire Pit Blog
Recreate the perfect camping experience in your own backyard
Are you craving classic family fun? Then we suggest it’s time to put the video games away and pitch a tent in the backyard for some quality family time. Many might be ready to brave the great outdoors (a public campsite), but a lot of people might still [...]
How to protect your firepit from rain
At the end of a long day, your fire pit is just the thing you need to unwind. There is nothing better than gathering around the fire pit with family and friends for a relaxing evening of good company and making memories. [...]
Fire pits and plants
Fire pits are distinctly different from fireplaces. Most fire pits are round, low to the ground or at ground level and open on all sides. Fireplaces, on the other hand, tend to be larger, one-sided structures. When you have a fire pit [...]
Basic fire pit safety
More and more homeowners are adding firepits to their backyards, and we can understand why. Firepits are an excellent catalyst for year-round entertainment and add a wonderful addition to your outdoor space. But we want to remind you that you are literally [...]
The science behind toasting the perfect marshmallow
I think everyone can agree that everything tastes better flame-grilled, especially marshmallows. However, roasting the perfect marshmallow can be tricky. Usually, it bursts into flames – Did you know that there is a scientific reason behind that? Today we are going [...]
How to spice up braai meat
Anything that includes a chop on the flames and a dop in your hand is satisfying, but a perfectly seasoned steak is even better. A successful braai depends on the seasoning, whether you are throwing some sosaties on the coals or braaing [...]
The evolution of a South-African braai
South Africans are well acquainted with braaing and likely cut their teeth on tender braaied steak. We love everything associated with braaing; from boerewors to beer. Even though we all have [...]
Top 10 braai recipes
Everybody wants to have the honour of being a “top braai master” at the party. With these tantalizing braai recipes, you will get the praise you deserve every single time. 1. Boerewors braai pie: This is the perfect [...]
Why a cosy fire pit boosts your property’s value
Glamping in your backyard has never been more accessible! A Fire pits adds a stylish twist to your property and is visually appealing (especially to the trendy millennials that are more concerned about aesthetics than functionality); Give them an Instagramable living space, and they’re sold! [...]
The benefits of installing an outdoor fire pit this summer
Sitting next to the fire pit is about much more than just keeping yourself warm. There are numerous practical, emotional and health benefits to fire pits too. Today we bring you the advantages of having one of these nifty, innovative designs in your backyard. If this [...]
How to keep kids safe around the fire
Enjoying some well-deserved leisure time next to the sizzling flames of an open fire has been a South African tradition for decades, and it isn’t likely to die down any time soon. Lighting the fire is expected to lighten anyone’s mood. As South Africans, we tend [...]
Basic tips to have a healthier braai this summer
Braaivleis isn’t exactly the most heart-healthy meal to consume, and it isn’t low in fat either. Moreover, the side dishes acquainted with braais doesn’t do your waistline any justice either. We know that the smell of a braai conjures up mouth-watering images of some very [...]