This is similar to how my Dad does it. The only difference is that since the firepit we used was more wide and less deep, we needed to stack some bricks in order for there to be more room available for kindling and paper. Great video.
Wow, you make this look so easy, so you have learnt me something... 1. Oxygen 2. Heat 3.Fuel Ok, got it, however, I can't start or keep my fires going🤔 I've watched your video, several times, ok so, I'm in Louisiana, one of the recent storms, broke a very big tree in my back yard, had to get professional tree cutters to break it down..well they did a very good job, and cut me some really good logs, stacked them for me and everything...most still have the bark and thick vines attached, first fire pit trial, didnt have fatwood firestarter, went old school with crumbled newspaper, small sticks, and my logs, all I really got was alot of smoke, frustrated and desperate for a FIRE, I soaked everything with lighter fluid🙄 it initially gave me the effect, but died down, I wanted to cry!! So please, I will fly you to New Orleans, to show me how to make a fire in my fire pit?? Please🙏
We have the exact same pit and we always struggle to keep the fire going/starting - can’t even enjoy it! Using fatwoods is an obvious solution, will try it tonight!
I hear you! Another part that really help is good, seasoned wood. The kiln dried wood you get from the supermarket is actually really good. It’s expensive but will be easier to light and less of a hassle to get going.
DeAnne DedeMarie Vogel-Hampton Glad the video helped! You can purchase the fat wood online from Amazon and most of the bud box stores like Lowe’s carry it as well.
I'm new to fire pits. How would you go about adding more wood? Do you just throw them on top of the ones already lit? I saw you mention seasoned wood. Anything in particular I should look for at the big box stores? If you have a link or picture of what I could look for that'd be really helpful. Thanks in advance!
Hey man. Thanks for watching. I generally just place the wood on the fire from a safe distance once I have a good fire going - be sure not to smother it. I would look for kiln-dried wood at the big box stores as they is generally good wood to work with.hope this helps.
Thanks so much for posting this, it’s very helpful. One question, where does one find seasoned wood? The bundles I buy at Lowes and Home Depot put out smoke but never catch fire.
Thanks for the comment. Really appreciate it. The wood at the big box stores that are kiln dried are usually pretty good. Just make sure you’ve got plenty of kindling under them to allow the fire to get going. They are generally too big to light on their own and need some smaller wood to get the fire going. 🔥
My fire pit is similar in size and shape ,but mine has a BBQ like grill that sits level with top of pit ,and a nest cover for sparks ,,I though grill is where logs sat on
Thanks for watching. The logs go on the bottom and the grill goes on top in case you want to do some grilling on it. Mine also has a cover, I just didn’t put it on the movie. Hope that helps.
FYI: believe it or now! In Vancouver BC strike anywhere & waterproof matches & lighter fluid have all been banned. Merchants are prohibited from stocking them.
starlit2 I generally spread out the embers and pour enough water to effectively put it out. I’ve also read that baking soda works, but I’ve never tried that. Thanks for watching.
So thanks I was goin to try find a video with just this type of fire pit on a stone patio. Any discoloration with just the fire pit directly on top of stone?
Not really. I usually put a small pan below it to catch any ash. I can generally hose off any ash that falls on the stone afterward. Thanks for watching!
It always helps to grab some form of kindling to get the fire going. You shouldn’t need them if you’re wood is well-seasoned and dry. If it isn’t, the kindling is pretty much essential to getting the fire started. Some people use things like newspaper if they are making a fire outdoors and don’t have kindling. Just be aware that newspaper creates a lot of ashes so having a cover is ideal.
talgwatr Amazon and other big box retailers normally carry it. Pretty inexpensive - listed a 10lb box from amazon for $20. Fat wood is basically resin-soaked wood from the base of a pine tree. It really helps to get the fire going. Hope this helps. Plow & Hearth 1059 Fatwood Fire Starter-10 Pounds, 10 Lb Box, Brown www.amazon.com/dp/B00W4BXT24/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_yvF8EbEYG37PF
talgwatr My pleasure. They do sell smaller bags/boxes of the fatwood if you want to try it out before you get a bigger box. Thanks for watching and best of luck.
As long as you keep adding wood you should be good to go. The initial wood I used will probably last about 30-45 mins before I need to start putting some more wood on to keep the fire going. Thanks for watching.
Hi Del. I got this Firepit from Lowes. Here is the link (looks like is no longer being offered there). Hope the video helped. www.lowes.com/pd/Sunnydaze-Decor-Crossweave-Outdoor-Fire-Pit-36-in-Large-Bonfire-Wood-Burning-Patio-and-Backyard-Firepit-for-Outside-with-Spark-Screen-Fireplace-Poker-and-Round-Cover-Bronze/1002832134
Thanks for watching. Leave a comment if you have any questions.
Would be great to have sound through the video.
My bad. Audio issues. Hope it helped.
Straight forward. I’ve found that the seasoned wood really is the key. Good starter and seasoned wood and you’re good to go.
Gabe Stein Agree. Seasoned wood really makes the process a lot easier. Thanks for the comment.
good looking out brother made me feel like a champ out there.
Glad it helped! Thanks for watching.
Lol
This is similar to how my Dad does it. The only difference is that since the firepit we used was more wide and less deep, we needed to stack some bricks in order for there to be more room available for kindling and paper. Great video.
Thanks very much! My father actually taught me everything I know about building a fire.
Wow, you make this look so easy, so you have learnt me something...
1. Oxygen
2. Heat
3.Fuel
Ok, got it, however, I can't start or keep my fires going🤔 I've watched your video, several times, ok so, I'm in Louisiana, one of the recent storms, broke a very big tree in my back yard, had to get professional tree cutters to break it down..well they did a very good job, and cut me some really good logs, stacked them for me and everything...most still have the bark and thick vines attached, first fire pit trial, didnt have fatwood firestarter, went old school with crumbled newspaper, small sticks, and my logs, all I really got was alot of smoke, frustrated and desperate for a FIRE, I soaked everything with lighter fluid🙄 it initially gave me the effect, but died down, I wanted to cry!! So please, I will fly you to New Orleans, to show me how to make a fire in my fire pit??
Please🙏
wtf
@@Regigigas135789 😂😂get your head out the fire pit!! 🙄💖👍
Your wood ( from your tree) may not be dried out enough.
Great video buddy. Would you recommend adding sand to the base of the fire pit or is it not necessary 🤔
New firepit just built thanks for the video
Nice! Best of luck. Thanks for watching.
Love these videos. Straight to the point. Thanks!
My pleasure. Glad it helped!
We have the exact same pit and we always struggle to keep the fire going/starting - can’t even enjoy it! Using fatwoods is an obvious solution, will try it tonight!
I hear you! Another part that really help is good, seasoned wood. The kiln dried wood you get from the supermarket is actually really good. It’s expensive but will be easier to light and less of a hassle to get going.
@@hustlindaddiy5194 tried it tonight - definitely a game changer. Thanks again! 😁👍🏼
@@landon-7316 Well done! Just did a fire last night as well.
Love it! Thanks for watching.
I really enjoyed this video. I definitely learned a lot from it. Stay safe as well
Thanks very much. So glad it helped!
Thank you. How do we get rid of the fire? 🎉
Thank you sir! Just bought fire pit
Thanks for watching. Glad it helped!
Hi, how I make sure the fire is completely out before heading in for the night?, what do I do with the ashes?. Thanks
Hi 👋, I just got my first fireplace, and I thank you for sharing how to use firewood. Do I need to purchase the fatsticks?
DeAnne DedeMarie Vogel-Hampton Glad the video helped! You can purchase the fat wood online from Amazon and most of the bud box stores like Lowe’s carry it as well.
First time watching your vid, thanks for putting it out there.
iFamily Moments Thanks for the comment. Glad the video helped!
@@hustlindaddiy5194 what are you using to light it?
Eric Austin hey Eric. I actually use a searing torch - what you would use for searing food. Make lighting the wood a lot easier.
you make it look so easy . thanks for sharing :)
Thanks for watching!
I'm new to fire pits. How would you go about adding more wood? Do you just throw them on top of the ones already lit?
I saw you mention seasoned wood. Anything in particular I should look for at the big box stores? If you have a link or picture of what I could look for that'd be really helpful. Thanks in advance!
Hey man. Thanks for watching. I generally just place the wood on the fire from a safe distance once I have a good fire going - be sure not to smother it. I would look for kiln-dried wood at the big box stores as they is generally good wood to work with.hope this helps.
I have a new cement patio… should I use one of those “fire mats” underneath my fire pit?… I have the same one that you do.
Not a bad idea. I actually use a small metal tray most times to catch any of the ash. Good luck!
Thanks so much for posting this, it’s very helpful. One question, where does one find seasoned wood? The bundles I buy at Lowes and Home Depot put out smoke but never catch fire.
Thanks for the comment. Really appreciate it. The wood at the big box stores that are kiln dried are usually pretty good. Just make sure you’ve got plenty of kindling under them to allow the fire to get going. They are generally too big to light on their own and need some smaller wood to get the fire going. 🔥
Excellent video. Very helpful. Thank you.
Tim Bunn Thanks. Just trying to keep it simple.
Thank you
Thanks for watching! Hope it helped.
Great video what kind of lighter is that
Thanks! It’s actually a lighting torch for cooking. I’ve found it actually works pretty well for fires! Thanks for watching.
My fire pit is similar in size and shape ,but mine has a BBQ like grill that sits level with top of pit ,and a nest cover for sparks ,,I though grill is where logs sat on
Thanks for watching. The logs go on the bottom and the grill goes on top in case you want to do some grilling on it. Mine also has a cover, I just didn’t put it on the movie. Hope that helps.
What type logs should I use for larger flames
@@hustlindaddiy5194 I just realized my lid from my Webber Kettle fits perfectly over my fire pit lol
@@giovannitidona658 nice!
funny enough i bought that exact fire pit the otherday
FYI: believe it or now!
In Vancouver BC strike anywhere & waterproof matches & lighter fluid have all been banned. Merchants are prohibited from stocking them.
My question is, what happened to the sound?
Instead of fire starters, can you just put leaves on the bottom instead?
Theoretically yes. I don’t love using leaves or newspaper as the ashes tend to fly all over the place.
@@hustlindaddiy5194 ok ty for actually responding tho lol
I do it fast n simple..I soak some world in gas..put the wood in da pit n throw a match..I got fire.
your video is no sound
Really? It should have sound. Let me test it out. Thanks for watching.
What is the best way to put out your fire before it is done burning out?
starlit2 I generally spread out the embers and pour enough water to effectively put it out. I’ve also read that baking soda works, but I’ve never tried that. Thanks for watching.
I need to know exactly what kind of fire pit this is so I can order it
Ha! It’s a standard one from lowes. Thanks for watching!
Thanks
Thanks. Glad it helped!
So thanks I was goin to try find a video with just this type of fire pit on a stone patio. Any discoloration with just the fire pit directly on top of stone?
Not really. I usually put a small pan below it to catch any ash. I can generally hose off any ash that falls on the stone afterward. Thanks for watching!
Cool video!
Thanks for watching! Hope it helps.
Thank You!!!! Huge help!!!
Gena Harrington My pleasure. Glad it helped!
This is a really helpful video thanks for sharing!
Thanks very much. Glad it helped!
Nice
Thanks for watching!
Glad my neighbors do trees cause I get free fire wood all year 😂 sucks for people that have to buy it
Ha. Well said.
Whats the name of your fire pit?
This worked! Thanks!
Nice! Glad it helped.
It was good to watch but I had no volume?🤷🏽♀️
Sorry about that. My neighbors got a little loud so figured I would just include captions. Hope it helped!
What if u dont have any kindling, or little sticks?
It always helps to grab some form of kindling to get the fire going. You shouldn’t need them if you’re wood is well-seasoned and dry. If it isn’t, the kindling is pretty much essential to getting the fire started. Some people use things like newspaper if they are making a fire outdoors and don’t have kindling. Just be aware that newspaper creates a lot of ashes so having a cover is ideal.
Whoo hoo! 🎉
Thanks for sharing.
Bettye's Cooking Channel my pleasure. Thanks for watching!
Thanks so much good video brother💪🤙👍
My pleasure. Thanks very much for watching. Glad it helped!
What if you have no firestarter?
Sure. If you don’t have any of the fat wood you can use something like newspaper in most instances. Just make sure your wood is all dried out.
Sorry if I missed it but what was that you used to start the fire?
No worries. It’s called fatwood and it’s a good, natural fire starter. Thanks for watching.
where do I get "fatwood"....never heard of it b4?.....And how much is it?...
talgwatr Amazon and other big box retailers normally carry it. Pretty inexpensive - listed a 10lb box from amazon for $20. Fat wood is basically resin-soaked wood from the base of a pine tree. It really helps to get the fire going. Hope this helps.
Plow & Hearth 1059 Fatwood Fire Starter-10 Pounds, 10 Lb Box, Brown www.amazon.com/dp/B00W4BXT24/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_yvF8EbEYG37PF
TY Hustling Dad DIY!!!!...I will b getting some for sure/...appreciate it much!!
talgwatr My pleasure. They do sell smaller bags/boxes of the fatwood if you want to try it out before you get a bigger box. Thanks for watching and best of luck.
11 lb box for $40 now. =/
Thanks for the vid..! How long will it burn for aprox?
As long as you keep adding wood you should be good to go. The initial wood I used will probably last about 30-45 mins before I need to start putting some more wood on to keep the fire going. Thanks for watching.
Thank you! Great videos! X
What kind of lighter are you using? Liked and subbed
Thanks for watching. Mostly just use a BIC easy reach lighter so I don’t need to get to close to the flames.
What can I use as kindling? What can I gather to use as kindling?
I generally collect small sticks around my property and store them in a bin for when I need them. Thanks for watching.
Dumb question but does the fire eventually burn itself out or does it have to be put out ?
Patrice Not a dumb question at all. I always pour some water on the embers once it burns out to be safe. Hope the video helps.
Hustlin Dad DIY thank you!!!! Great video!
Patrice thank you!
Thanks 🙏
Really glad it helped. Thanks for watching!
How long did that fire last
This should last about 30 to 45 mins or so before I need to put on some more wood. Thanks for watching.
Where did you get your fire pit from?
Hi Del. I got this Firepit from Lowes. Here is the link (looks like is no longer being offered there). Hope the video helped. www.lowes.com/pd/Sunnydaze-Decor-Crossweave-Outdoor-Fire-Pit-36-in-Large-Bonfire-Wood-Burning-Patio-and-Backyard-Firepit-for-Outside-with-Spark-Screen-Fireplace-Poker-and-Round-Cover-Bronze/1002832134
Amazon has tons as well
Did you put sand down initially?
C Drummys I did not. But after the first fire you should get a decent layer of ash in the fire pit. Thanks for watching.
This answered my question as well I have the Hampton Bay same design it recommended sand at bottom but there are holes at the bottom to breathe.
Here we go lol I don't know nothing
Is it safe to roast marshmallows or hot dogs on this fire?
Definitely marshmallows. I’ve never roasted hot dogs on it, but if you use the grill plate I don’t see why not as long you are safe.
No sound....
Didn’t work. My wood is wet 😢😢
Ugh. Wet wood is nearly impossible to light. Get some good dry wood and you’ll be set. Thanks for watching!
thx daddy
Augusto Alvarez Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!
I make a tee pee
That works great too!
You can tell this guy is not really an outdoors person 🧤 lol
Thanks for watching!