Fire pits are a great way to experience the outdoors with your loved ones whilst also staying warm AND being able to use it as a BBQ or grill!
Fire pits are a great addition to any garden or outdoor space, but did you know that with a few select fire pit accessories you can improve your experience and even turn it into a PIZZA OVEN!
But, just like dessert, you’ll have to wait till the end for that one!
Let’s go through the 5 best fire pit accessories to improve your fire pit experience all year around!
1. Single Fire Pit Stand
The BEST accessory and way to place your fire pit is on a stand. It might sound basic, but trust us, it’s a game changer.
Our fire pit legs do get hot due to the transfer of heat, so we do not recommend sitting the pit on anything flammable, such as a wooden table or wooden decking. If you DO, then it is imperative the fire pit is on a protective barrier. Here’s where our world-famous stand comes in…
You might be thinking, why do I need a stand for my fire pit, aren’t they usually on the floor anyway? Yes they are, BUT we recommend using a stand, such as Simply Metals Single Pizza Oven Stand so that you can stand your fire pit anywhere! Using a stand will allow you to place the fire pit on flammable surfaces without danger.
Well, apart from inside your house or close to a wooden fence. Don’t say we didn’t warn you!
(Please note, our fire pit does not come with a stand as standard.)
2. Tin Foil (Yes, you read that right!)
Now, tin foil may not have been your first idea when choosing fire pit accessories but for those people who enjoy outdoor cooking, tin foil is your new best friend!
Tin foil is:
- Really good at conducting heat. This means that when it heats up, the heat is quickly transferred to the other parts of aluminium foil.
- It cools down quickly. Heat also transfers out of aluminium foil quickly therefore it is safe to touch fairly quickly after being removed from heat.
- It doesn’t catch fire. This one speaks for itself; aluminium will not catch fire in a fire pit.
Tin foil is used in so many fire pit recipes due to these benefits and should definitely be added into your fire pit arsenal, you probably even have it in your kitchen already!
3. Fire Pit Cover
Fire pits are used outside and therefore are usually kept outside but they do need protection from the weather.
We all love using our fire pits in the summer and in the winter when it is dry but I’m sure you don’t fancy crowding round a fire pit when it’s raining cats and dogs!
When you aren’t using your fire pit, it is recommended that you keep it protected from the unpredictable British weather which makes a fire pit cover one of the best fire pit accessories.
Our fire pit covers are made from heavy duty, PVC coated polyester and are fully waterproof with sewn corners and a double thickness bottom to add additional strength.
We have 3 colour choices for out weatherproof fire pit covers including grey, white and green. There is one to fit everyone’s aesthetic in their home.
4. Skewers
Skewers are a great fire pit accessory for some easy toasting! Whether you have kids who want to toast marshmallows or if you want to skewer a hotdog and toast it for dinner, skewers are a tried and tested cooking method.
You can get wooden disposable skewers or metal skewers which can be reused and are a more environmentally friendly option.
We even have a kebab fire pit which includes built in skewers to cook kebabs and everything else you can stick on a skewer! What more could you ask for?
Designed by Simply Metal, this is the newest addition to our collection. Not only does this fire pit have a sleek geometric design but the skewers also sit in a unique design allowing you to turn and cook your kebabs evenly.
5. Pizza Oven BBQ Box
Our Pizza Oven BBQ Box is a great way to have a pizza oven and a fire pit in one! Pizza ovens are a great alternative to takeaway or frozen pizzas and are good enough to rival even the best authentic restaurant pizzas.
Turning your fire pit into a pizza oven is a one-time investment which will serve you and your family for years to come. If you have never used a pizza oven before and don’t understand the hype then check out the benefits for, what will be, your new pizza oven:
🍕 Perfect for family parties, BBQs, gatherings, and entertaining your friends.
🍕 High-grade steel means there are perfect cooking conditions for amazing pizza results.
🍕 Easy to clean and maintain for a long life.
🍕 You will be able to cook the perfect single 12″ pizza in minutes.
🍕 Pizza ovens do not just cook pizzas, you can also cook kebabs and flatbread BBQ style for a truly authentic experience impressing your guests.
🍕 Our pizza oven is portable and freestanding, with a compact size that is perfect for outdoor garden and camping use.
🍕 All of our products are made in the UK by our family-owned business!
It is simple to switch your fire pit into a pizza oven and vice versa using our Pizza Oven BBQ Box. You can even purchase both together here.
With the right accessories, you can turn your fire pit into a whole experience!
A fire pit is a great addition to an outside space to encourage socialisation and get togethers. We can’t think of anything better than sitting around a fire pit reminiscing on old stories and making new stories.
If you need any more information before making a purchase, then you should look at our FAQ page for all the juicy details!