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POP Projects is a collection of new and classic projects from more than a century of Popular Mechanics. Master skills, get tool recommendations, and, most importantly, build something of your very own ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Here, you'll find tutorials for stacked stone fire pits, brick fire pits, and even a fire pit repurposed ...

There’s something enticing about gathering around a backyard fire pit at dusk with a group of friends and family, enjoying stories over some of the best beers. If you've ever dreamt of building ...

Who says you need complexity to create style? This DIY fire pit is simple, yet perfect for any space. Sure this fire pit looks awesome with its alternating brick pattern, but it’s the DIY checkerboard ...

A backyard deck replete with yellow and white stripped wooden deck chairs, a matching side table, and a fire pit on legs. - stock_studio/Shutterstock We may receive a ...

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. For many homeowners passionate about outdoor entertaining, a backyard isn't complete without a fire pit to sit around, toasting marshmallows, ...

Don’t let the summer pass you by without a cozy fire pit to gather around, unwind and roast some marshmallows after a day of outdoor fun. Fire pits come in three main varieties: fire bowls, fire ...

For people who love the outdoors, hunkering down next to an open flame at a campsite is a core experience that you shouldn't miss out on. However, it's not always the safest option, especially when ...

If s’mores aren’t enough to convince you, we’ve teamed up with Houzz to list the top 10 reasons to add outdoor entertaining space to your property. Fire pits are perfect for s’mores and parties, and ...