Sizzling Summer Nights: Why Fire Pits Will Warm Up Your Life
Why Get a Firepit?
Fire pits are a stunning feature that is growing more popular as a new home addition, and they have become the focal point of the outdoor space. Embrace the beauty of the outdoors without needing to travel far. Firepits allow homeowners to spend less time indoors and enjoy the nature around them while appreciating the new space they’ve built. Create a cozy, one-of-a-kind experience for guests to gravitate to add tranquility to your daily routine. Here are a few other reasons to add a firepit to your home today:
- Increase your home value
- Easier to celebrate with outdoor food or grilling days
- Perfect for social gatherings
- Deter bugs by adding certain herbs to the fire
Customizable Options for a Firepit
Not every fire pit is cut and dry. Instead, you can expect to contribute a lot of your style and preferences to fit the overall look of the firepit. Your custom firepit should align with your overall vision, from the material you use to its color
Mesmerizing Materials
The materials you use to detail your firepit are a significant part of blending your aesthetic with varying durability. If you prefer a strong, unbreakable foundation for your pit, you can opt for brick or concrete blends to stand out against the softer elements surrounding the area. If your firepit is closer to your home, you can add the same materials to complement a seamless transition into the outdoor space.
Size and Shape Options
Circular, rectangular, why not triangular? Your custom firepit can fit your needs of what your ideal design is. Size depends on the space you have to work with, and a professional will bring up the idea of how grand you wish your firepit to be. As a centerpiece, consider adding seating or other hardscaping structures to improve the outdoor living space. If you have a lot of elements to consider, downsizing the firepit may be more beneficial.
Types of Pit Designs 
Even in the most popular magazine, firepit designs continue to evolve, offering a unique, diverse appeal to a more common feature in homes. Get the most out of the personalization period with these inspired firepit designs.
- Rustic: Stone forward, circular, and typically smaller, rustic firepits follow a similar design to small-town ethics. A rustic firepit can also range from light-colored stone to medium brown, with classic seating. A rustic style is the way to go if you want to blend your fireplace into the landscape.
- Classic: Refreshing and timeless, a classic firepit is more elevated from the ground than a rustic style, featuring different shades of stone or brick in the preferred square or circular shape.
- Contemporary: Sleek contemporary designs are uniquely modern, prioritizing new designs in a cooler-toned space. A contemporary space will add function to the space, creating ample table space in a rectangular firepit. Typically against banquet seating, a contemporary fire pit will face one side of the seating area, leaving the other open for walking through, hosting, or additional chairs.
- Modern: Similar to contemporary in theory, the modern design prioritizes simple elegance. You%E2%80%99ll see less mixing of materials and, instead, a darker concrete shaped into a circular structure. Think clean and sophisticated, as if you could have a business meeting in the backyard.
- Farmhouse: Often situated further away from home and connected to a walkway, the farmhouse style makes the most out of the firepit, turning it into an outdoor living room. Expect a larger landscape to make the most of the design and lighter shades of natural materials.
The Value of a Firepit
A more attractive property equals an increase in curb and home appeal. With added desirability, the area featuring the firepit will add to the value, especially with functional seating, pavers, and accent lighting. If you plan on selling the home, the firepit is a strong selling point in addition to a beautiful outdoor escape. Another great value added to a firepit is that the memories are not limited to summertime. You can enjoy a firepit year-round, depending on your location and preference for outdoor hangouts.
Ignite Every Summer Night with Wheaton’s Services
At Wheaton Lawn and Landscape, we prioritize the power of transforming an outdoor space to match the aesthetic and needs of homeowners. Our team of experts specializes in detailed-oriented services to bring style and function to your landscape. Firepits are one of the best ways to introduce a focal point to your space and make unforgettable memories for years to come.
Don’t miss the opportunity to elevate your summer escape to brighten your life. Contact us today to let Wheaton turn your landscape into the jewel of the neighborhood.