Spring is here and that means more time outside! As with any outdoor item, regular care will keep it looking its best. The sleek design of our smokeless collection adds modern charm with a black powder coated finish, rated to withstand high heat. Here are some of the best ways to maintain the appearance of your smokeless fire pit.
What to Expect
Your firepit has helped create lots of memories- in the backyard on summer nights, at the end of the day traveling in your RV, or roasting s’mores with the kids. It has been blazing hot, left out in the elements, and well loved. By now you may be seeing the color is changing, the black is not as sharp, the patina of the steel is coming through. This is completely normal.
How to Fix It
You can always keep the firepit with the wear as it does not hinder the functionality of the double burn for your smokeless fire. However, if you want to maintain the aesthetics & care for your outdoor smokeless fire pit, we recommend a few easy steps.
Safety First! Always wear old clothes, safety glasses, and gloves.
1.Collect Supplies
What will you need?
- Fine Sandpaper 120 Grit
- Wire brush
- Bucket with water
- Microfiber rag
- Rustoleum high temperature Black spray paint
- Drop cloth, tarp or something to protect the surface below
2. Begin Sanding
Put your drop cloth down and place the fire pit on it. Use sandpaper to gently smooth out any roughness around the rim. The goal is to make the firepit surface smooth & even, if it’s not.
3. Use a Wire Brush
Run a wire brush on the inside of the fire pit’s burn chamber and on the top.
4. Wipe it Down
Use a damp cloth to wipe down and remove all fine particles on the fire pit. Allow it to air dry completely.
5. Apply High Temperature Paint
Are your safety glasses on? Good. We recommend using a high temperature resistant paint, such as Rust-oleum High Heat. Continuously spray to evenly coat the surface of the fire pit. Allow to dry and repeat to apply a second coat. Follow the directions on the can for best distance and product application.
6. Cover
Once your fire pit is completely dry, cover it with the Protective Cover to protect it from the elements. If a cover is not readily available, move your firepit to the garage or shed when not in use.
Seasonal upkeep of your Blue Sky Smokeless Fire Pit takes a small amount of time for seasons of enjoyment. For more FAQ’s please visit our website here.
FAQs
Protect the pit when you aren't using it: Fire pits should remain covered when not in use. Rain and snow eventually will cause rust and/or deterioration to surfaces, particularly cast iron and brick. Any type of cover, as long as it's solid and secure, will do the job.
What is the best coating for a fire pit? ›
We recommend using a high temperature resistant paint, such as Rust-oleum High Heat. Continuously spray to evenly coat the surface of the fire pit. Allow to dry and repeat to apply a second coat. Follow the directions on the can for best distance and product application.
How to maintain a fire pit? ›
Cleaning Out the Ashes Is Important
Wet ash turns into lye, which can also damage metal. Try to remove dry ashes in a metal fire pit within a few days of having a fire. Use an ash shovel, scoop or trowel to remove the ashes, placing them into a metal ash pail or bucket. Be careful, because ashes can retain heat.
How to preserve a fire pit? ›
Keep water and moisture away from the fire pit
The simplest way to protect your fire pit from getting surface rust is to prevent it ever getting wet from rain or a garden hose or sprinkler. This moisture on the surface of the steel, will start to form surface rust very quickly.
How do you rejuvenate a fire pit? ›
- Step 1: Clean. Begin by mixing up some warm soapy water and use your 3M pad to scrub off all the ash and dirt that's built up on the the fire pit, along with any loose paint. ...
- Step 2: Sand. Next, it's time to sand your fire pit. ...
- Step 3: Wipe down. ...
- Step 4: Paint. ...
- Step 5: Enjoy!
Carbon steel is an exceptionally durable and low-maintenance material that can resist high heat and intense weather conditions.
What is the best material around a fire pit? ›
Cost-Effectiveness and Easy Maintenance. Compared to other materials like concrete or pavers, gravel is a cost-effective choice for your fire pit area. Bags of gravel are relatively inexpensive, making it a budget-friendly option for homeowners.
What is the best bottom for a fire pit? ›
Natural lava rocks and fire-proof sand are excellent base layers for a fire pit. They can be used as cost-effective fillers to cover the bottom areas of a fire pit, then fire glass can be added on top for effect.
Should I put anything in the bottom of my fire pit? ›
Since different fire pits can be made in different sizes, some fire pits may require a little more sand than others. However, an inch or two of sand in the bottom of the fire pit is usually acceptable. Most of the recommendations you'll see from manufacturers use an inch or two of sand as a barrier.
What is the best thing to use for a fire pit? ›
Wood is the traditional material to burn in a fire pit. It produces quite a bit of heat, plus to creates a charming crackling effect, like one would expect from a campfire. Fire logs are a good option if you like the experience of a wood fire but want an option that creates less smoke.
If you maintain your fire pit, cleaning it up after use and storing it away in a dry place, it should last a lifetime.
How do I get the most heat out of my fire pit? ›
When arranging wood in your fire pit, or adding it to your fire, place logs on the outer edges of the grate rather than the middle. The key to this technique is bringing heat from the center of the fire pit to the outer walls. The warmer the walls, the better the secondary burn, and therefore, the hotter your fire.
How to make fire last longer? ›
Make sure there is enough space between the logs to allow for sufficient oxygen flow and heat circulation. Place smaller pieces of wood on top of larger ones so that they burn quickly and thoroughly. Regularly add more kindling or tinder to help keep your flames burning longer and hotter.
How to keep a fire burning longer? ›
Make sure there is enough space between the logs to allow for sufficient oxygen flow and heat circulation. Place smaller pieces of wood on top of larger ones so that they burn quickly and thoroughly. Regularly add more kindling or tinder to help keep your flames burning longer and hotter.
How to make a fire last all night? ›
If it's a stove or fire place build it up with sizable pieces of hard wood, then turn your flute down. It should last. If it's an outside open firepit put a sizable amount of hard on, but you will need to get up during the night to add to it so it lasts.
