A firepit is an increasingly popular addition to many gardens across the UK. Not only do they provide a source of heat, but they also act as an ideal item to socialise around with friends or family.
As an incredibly versatile feature, you can incorporate a firepit into any outdoor style or garden size. There are many different varieties of firepits, and they are a fantastic excuse to increase your time outdoors for a longer portion of the year.
View our collection of firepitsWhere is the best place to put a firepit?
There are a few important safety considerations when choosing where to place your firepit:
- Find a level surface
- Ensure that you can position it in a wide-open area
- You should remove any materials nearby that could catch fire (i.e., woodpiles)
You can place firepits on grass, but for safety reasons, it is preferred that you situate them on level gravel or on a patio.
Hillier top tip: avoid placing them on a wooden deck. Both the heat from your firepit and any embers can cause damage to your decking.
How far away should a firepit be from your house?
You should place it at least 20 feet away from any structure, including houses or sheds, to avoid any concerns about ignition.
Be sure to position your firepit away from any hedges or low-hanging trees. This will eliminate the concern of these also catching fire.
What looks good around a firepit?
Seating: Having a welcoming seating area that surrounds your firepit can create a really inviting and comfortable space that just longs to be used. Including an outdoor seating area means you can play around with multiple shapes, colours and textures through pillows, blankets and fabrics. Having the ability to change the look of your seating area means that your designated area will always look fresh and trendy. Find your new furniture set from Hillier here.
Lights: Accentuate the warmth and cosiness of a firepit by adding lights around the feature piece. Use string lights to produce a segmented section for your area. You can also position standalone lights around the boundary of the zone. Lights can also create a safe, lit walkway to and from your firepit for those late nights that you spend around your new central point. Discover a stunning light selection, ideal to coincide with your firepit, here.
Paving: Draw the eye towards your firepit by laying paving that leads directly to it. Use shaped slabs to spotlight it and create a defined space where it is positioned. By arranging paving around your firepit, you are able to make a statement and a distinct feature.
Recommendations from Hillier:
Firepits UK Classic
The Firepits UK Classic is designed with both style and practicality in mind. Not only can you use the it for social gatherings, but you can also use it for cooking. With a variety of sizes available, Firepits UK Classic allows you to enjoy the warmth, light and atmosphere of your firepit late into the evening.
Firepits UK Plain Jane Swing Arm
The Plain Jane with Swing Arm BBQ Rack is a cooking masterpiece to allow for creative catering. The swing arm is fully removable, allowing for ease of cleaning and for you to use the firepit independently as required.
Firepits UK Tripod Cooking Rack with Grill
Ideal for social events, particularly parties, the Firepits UK Tripod Cooking Rack with Grill is a brilliant addition to attach to your firepit. Used for traditional boiling or for grilling a range of foods, the cooking rack is adjustable and extremely functional.
Explore the range of firepits available at Hillier here.
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