As the only animals on the planet to have ever learned to make, use, and control fire, humans have an innate and evolutionary connection with it. In fact, over the course of hundreds of thousands of ...

Installing a fire pit is an easy way to make your outdoor space more convivial and inviting. From budget-friendly DIY projects to portable and luxury options, upgrade your patio, deck, courtyard, ...

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, ...

Recent smokeless fire pit testing got me to thinking that it might not be too hard to make one myself. Without taking anything away from the companies making smokeless fire pits, they’re fairly simple ...

An escape from the first chill of fall, a summer night of stargazing — there are endless reasons to gather around a fire pit. Pour some drinks, open a bag of marshmallows and create lasting memories.

When it comes to getting set to move life outdoors, taking care of landscaping—like weeding and hedge pruning—may be a top priority. Yet, once the basics are taken care of, consider brightening up a ...

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 ...

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 ...

Summer is coming, and although we can look forward to warmer temperatures (We won’t miss you, winter!) it can get cool outside at night. Break out those hoodies and relax by your very own homemade DIY ...

S’mores, stargazing, crackling flames: there’s nothing like an evening spent around a cozy fire pit. Gathering around an outdoor fire isn’t restricted to camping trips, though. Making a permanent fire ...

Forget the backyard bonfire – if you are in the mood for S’mores, just use this mini DIY fire pit to create the sweet treat.Sept. 15, 2016 ...