Fire Pit Under Pergola Safety

Some considerations need to be made when deciding to put a fire pit under a pergola for example if the fire pit is to be installed in an existing pergola or they are being installed together.

Fire pit under pergola safety.

If you follow the fire pit rules and safety regulations. If you look closely at a propane fire pit in a well ventilated area the smoke from the wood burning will easily penetrate the cover so the propane fire pit can be used under a covered patio. Always keep a fire extinguisher on hand. This will prevent the smoke from going back up the chimney which could get into your lungs.

Examples of fire pits under a gazebo or pergola. A fire pit under a pergola can make a great feature for your home s backyard. Practice common sense fire safety. By taking a little care to ensure your fire pit is installed and used properly you can avoid potential safety hazards and best enjoy it for years to come.

Wood burning fire pits are safe to use beneath your pergola however a fire screen is necessary to contain ashes and embers. Because the small pergola structure is a bit low and made from wood the fire pit was placed a bit away. 5 make sure your fire pit is on a level steady surface. Never leave children by a fire feature unattended.

Propane or natural gas is preferred to use with gazebos and pergolas but you can use a wood burning fire pit as long a you use a fire screen to contain the ash and embers. Place your fire pit on a flat steady surface. Never leave the fire pit unattended if it is still burning or has hot embers if using wood.