Kirk Mathews

There is nothing as enjoyable as sitting around an open fire on a cool summer evening or a crisp fall afternoon. You can create a simple, easy sitting area to enjoy such fires in your own backyard by just putting your existing garden benches around the fire pit and you...

Any bachelor wants to have a cool pad. A place for his buddies to hang out, kick back and relax. A place he can bring his girl (or girls) to for intimate dinners, bonding and even fun. The ultimate bachelor pad has the hippest and latest accessories that will help...

When thinking about a romantic evening, there are probably a few typical visions that come to mind for some people. Years ago, it may have been a drive-in movie in a hotrod car, a milkshake with 2 straws, wearing a special someone's pin at the school sock-hop. Nowadays, those romantic...

You've had your eye on her for weeks. She's cute, smart, funny and loves animals. She's friendly and nice to everyone. You've talked over the water cooler about The Daily Show and the Colbert Report. You've been wondering if it's time to take it to the next level. Knowing that she...

There is absolutely nothing that brings back the great memories of bygone times like roasting hotdogs on outdoor fire pits. For most of us, a traditional campfire built on the ground in the forest is practically impossible to recreate but an outdoor fire pit is an easy addition to any...

People around the world have been fascinated with fire ever since we discovered it a very long time ago. We have a natural attraction to and yet a fear of fire. It gives off the warmth we need, makes food much more palatable for people and so much more. Where...

If you are looking to add value and some glamour to your outdoor living room, consider outdoor fire pits. Fire pits are an excellent way to bring beauty and fun to your outdoor living space. They can add style, personality, and a welcoming gathering place. A backyard with a fire pit...

Learn how to build a fire pit from design and planning to picking materials, here are some helpful tip for the long term enjoyment of that outdoor living room and outdoor firepit. Items such as the type of patio furniture you are going to use are also important key factors when designing your oudoor firepits.