How do I extinguish a fire in my fire pit?Updated 2 months ago

It is advised to gradually let the fire die down approximately an hour before you are wanting to put it out. Using a poker or a large stick, spread the ashes throughout the fire pit to allow them to cool, and start extinguishing the embers. From this point, you can use a shovel to add sand or dirt to the fire pit and mix through with the poker/stick to extinguish the last remaining embers. This method is preferred as there is no sudden change in temperature to the steel.

If you have no sand or dirt available, you can use your garden hose if it comes with a spray setting. While this is not the preferred method of extinguishing a fire, if using water you must take extra care as any hot firewood in the firepit can give off high levels of steam once it comes in contact with the water, which may cause injury.