Can you have a fire pit on a deck

The heat created by this flaming cauldron can scorch singe or burn the deck. This simple test will ensure you build. In this episode Mike and Randy discuss if its safe to put a fire pit on your deck. A fire mat should extend at least 24 inches past the perimeter of the fire pit. So you have to be very smart when operating your fire pit. These will vary greatly from one jurisdiction to the next.

16052017 Make the fire as large as you normally might have it.

To skip the safety concern consider a propane fire pit. See how close you can comfortably sit. The heat created by this flaming cauldron can scorch singe or burn the deck. Trex decking can soften at about 176 degrees Fahrenheit so you have to very cautious on the size of your fire. Build your deck AROUND the fire pit placing stones in patterns and build a seat wall to match. The heat alone can warp the decking materials as well as embers can burn the deck as well. These will vary greatly from one jurisdiction to the next. There are variables involved that you must take into account but generally the answer is yes you can put a fire pit on composite decking. 28072020 The most important thing you need to remember is that your gas fire pit should be raised off the surface of your composite deck. In this episode Mike and Randy discuss if its safe to put a fire pit on your deck. Understand though that discoloration of the pergola may occur with extended wood-burning fire pit use.