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1. Careful What You Burn

First of all, this is a Log Burner. Using coal or charcoal will damage the fire pit and the paint. Coal and charcoal both burn a lot hotter than timber so DO NOT use them in the firepit. 

When using your fire pit, you should avoid burning rubbish or pressure-treated lumber. Instead, choose natural, locally sourced wood that is dry and not wet. Burning rubbish and/or pressure-treated lumber may release toxic fumes and chemicals, some of which may damage your fire pit over time (not to mention it’s bad for your health). And wet wood simply does not burn as easily, so you may struggle to get it lit.

2. Don’t Use Lighter Fluid

Assuming you use dry wood, you should be able to light your fire pit using nothing more than small pieces of tinder and kindling. You shouldn’t, however, use lighter fluid to get it going. Aside from the risk of bodily harm and property damage it poses, lighter fluid may damage the finish on your fire pit. It’s doubtful any noticeable damage will occur after just one or two uses of lighter fluid. Nonetheless, it’s best to err on the side of caution by avoiding lighter fluid altogether. 

3. What it is stood on!!

The Fire Pit will generate a lot of heat underneath the base so make sure that the surface it is stood on is safe for hot surfaces. Do not place it on any type of decking as it will start to melt the surface and leave burn marks on the decking. 

4. Allow Fire to Extinguish Naturally

Sure, it’s easier and faster to extinguish your fire pit by dousing it with water, but this increases the risk of damage. Unless it’s an emergency situation and you need to get the fire out ASAP, you should wait for the fire to extinguish naturally. Dousing a still-burning fire pit with water causes sudden temperature changes. The extremely hot fire is suddenly cooled, which can lead to weaken the fire pit’s structural integrity.

5. Clean the Grate Before and After Cooking

If you use your fire pit for cooking — only applicable to some designs — you should clean the grate both before and after cooking on it. A wire grill brush is an excellent accessory that every home chef needs. Using a wire brush, you can scrub your fire pit’s grate to remove any stubborn food or debris. Failure to do so will result in food particles hardening onto the grate. Also, consider applying a cooking oil over the grate before adding your food. A thin layer of vegetable oil will “season” it, while also discouraging rust and corrosion. You can experiment with different types of cooking oils, though many home chefs prefer traditional vegetable oil because of its high smoking point and ease of use.

6. Keep it Covered

Don’t leave your fire pit exposed to the elements. You should either place it under a covered area or use a cover to protect it from the rain. Without some type of protection, your fire pit will get soaked — and this WILL lead to rust and corrosion. Keeping your fire pit dry is essential to preserving its structural integrity and original appearance. This isn’t limited strictly to fire pits, this applies to all steel and iron-containing metal accessories being outside.

7. Remove Ashes

When you are finished using your fire pit, wait a number of hours for the fire to extinguish and the ash to cool. Once it has cooled, you can dispose of the ash by scooping it out with a shovel and transferring it to a safe, non-flammable container. Never attempt to remove ash that is still hot. Even if it looks grey and cool-to-the-touch, it could hold enough heat to spark a second fire.

8. Wipe Off Soot and Residue

When fire pits burn, they will produce small amounts of smoke. And within this smoke is soot, which can stick to the surface of your fire pit. Soot isn’t a serious concern, but it’s a good idea to remove it nonetheless. After your fire pit has cooled (about 24 hours), wipe down the surface with a damp paper towel. You do not have to use any special cleaning products, as a small amount of water should suffice, leaving your fire pit looking nice and clean.

Any avoidance of the rules above will void any accountability of Abbey Bespoke Designs and the product.

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