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The Romance of Fire
The Social Benefits of Owning a Fire Pit There is a Scientific Explanation as to Why Fires are so Romantic! Mankind has been gathering around the fire since people were people, and not just for warmth. Science explains. [...]
How to Keep Your Steel Fire Pit in Shape
The key to maintaining your fire pit in good stead is: REGULAR CLEANING AND REGULAR OILING! The Fire Pit Company has just launched its own Maintenance Oil which is a must for any Fire Pit Owner. How to clean & maintain your Steel [...]
Braai VS Barbeque
The Braai versus The Barbeque The word braai, which comes from the Dutch braden, meaning 'to grill', is an abbreviation of braaivleis meaning 'grilled meat'. It actually means to roast over coals and comes from the word braaivleis. The fact that the word “vleis (meat)” is [...]
It’s All In The Wood
It’s all in the wood! Too often people think that all firewood is the same Choosing the best firewood for your fire is all dependent on what kind of fire you are making. The right wood type plays such a big role in the outcome of your [...]
Know Your Braai Vocabulary
aai A braai in the summer aka – a braai without the br! abraaico I´m from Brasil! The word abraço is hug in Portuguese! I love South Africa! A big hugto you all!! So aa abraaiço to you all!!! A united country is [...]
The Ultimate Outdoor Winter Party Guide Don’t Let the Cold Weather Stop You!
The Ultimate Outdoor Winter Party Guide Winter is a long season, and we are here to help you get through it. We are going to help you throw the most killer outdoor winter party ever. Entertaining your family & friends in the comfort of your own yard [...]
The Science of the Perfect South African Traditional Braai
South Africans love to braai – we don’t need an excuse to get a braai going. Just about every occasion is the perfect time for one! For us it’s so much more than just a method of preparing food, it’s about the gathering of good friends [...]
Make The Most Of Your Balcony
Make the most of your Balcony Let's face it, most of our balconies are not big on space. In fact, if you live in the inner city, your balcony probably feels cramped and unusable. But with these fantastic (and easy) ideas, you can transform that tiny balcony into [...]
Ignite your Winter nights with a Spectacular Fire Pit
Ignite your Winter nights with a Spectacular Fire Pit Winter is just around the corner – or has it just arrived?! And nothing sets a mood or a scene quite like the sensation of the warmth of flames on your chilly skin. Whether you want [...]
Adding Art to Your Yard with a Fire Pit
Adding Art to Your Yard with a Fire Pit Most of us are looking for innovative ways to enhance our outdoor areas with lovely things. Aesthetically beautiful fire pits can certainly enhance any outdoor space. With any arrange of stunning fire pits on offer as well as the [...]
The Social Benefits of Owning a Fire Pit
The Social Benefits of Owning a Fire Pit There’s something mystical associated with fires that draws us to them. Whether it’s a bonfire on the beach or a fire pit on the patio, people who are nearby will almost certainly flock towards the burning flame. Often, nothing sounds [...]
The Quick Easy History of Fire Pits
In the beginning, man discovered fire … FIRE PITS IN HISTORY: Fire was essential to ancient daily life. Though there is much debate around when the first opportunistic use of fire was, one thing is for certain and that is the origins [...]