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Llien_Nad t1_jdfmgqn wrote

Reply to comment by frzn_dad in Is this outdoor fire pit safe to use as-is? by theonewhoexists

Wooden siding less than 4’ from a fire? OP, I wouldn’t burn much more than twigs in there, and never if there is any wind. Ask me how I know lol 🔥🔥🔥

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theonewhoexists OP t1_jdfqp08 wrote

… did your house burn down?

Also it’s a fence and not the house. Anyways, my experience with fires are campfires at campsites and I’ve never had any issues with large sparks or the fire getting out of control.

Would you think that a solo stove would be a better solution in the same location or 2 ft over?

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dinglebaron t1_jdgce2o wrote

Yes that’s too close to a fence. Dry cedar would go up like a matchstick with the right conditions. I’ve seen neighbors clad their wooden fence with cheap metal siding which helps.

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R_Harry_P t1_jdhwk4d wrote

That's not a fence, that's extra fire wood.

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YamahaRyoko t1_jdimism wrote

Its technically against fire code in most states as well. I think in my state its 15' from any wooden structures including fence.

Aside from that, it doesn't look dangerous to use. I don't think pavers would explode like river rocks, and MANY people build firepit out of the bricks, blocks and pavers found at Home Depot

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