Lay the first row of retaining wall stones (12 in our case ... of sand over the sitting area. Fit the first flagstone tightly to the fire ring. Twist it into the sand to firmly set it.

In the Pacific Northwest, fire features extend our playtime for precious weeks into the shoulder seasons of fall and spring.

and it can become so hot that it's uncomfortable to sit near. You want your fire to be cozy and comfortable, not blazing hot. Fire pits stop embers from jumping out. A fire pit with walls will ...