Adding a fire pit to your patio, deck, or yard is a given these days. Instead of ordering a pricey version, consider these DIY options custom-fit to your space.

A rustic fire pit will turn your backyard into a cozy gathering space after dark. Build a fire pit from natural or repurposed materials like brick, stone, pavers, or cast iron. Choose a round, square, ...

A fire pit with a flame and wood planks on a stone patio with green bushes in the background - Deb Perry/Getty Images Fire pits are a popular backyard focal point, and there are plenty of reasons ...

Insulated throw blankets are a must for outdoor comfort in the cold. Look for ones made with duck down or recycled fibers to ...

Fire pits can serve as a gathering point for your group on camping trips, a heat source for cooking, and a rustic alternative to your phone—because if you ask us, gazing into a crackling blaze beats ...

Which smokeless fire pit is best? There’s nothing better on a cool night than sitting around a fire with your friends. The downside to a fire is somehow someone is always sitting directly in the path ...

Well-reviewed listings often prioritize usability, making fire pits feel like a part of the home rather than an add-on. When hosts prep everything ahead with clean seating, dry wood and clear ...