With summer right around the corner, there’s no better time than the present to invest in a fire pit. A high-quality steel fire pit will allow you to enjoy the outdoors by hosting backyard parties with friends and family. However, you’ll need to familiarize yourself with the following maintenance tips to preserve the look and integrity of your new fire pit.
Clean the Ash
Remove ash only after the fire and all embers are completely extinguished and cold. Use a metal container with a tight-fitting lid, kept outdoors on a noncombustible surface away from anything that can burn. Do not assume ash is cold just because a night has passed. Clear the drain according to the S&S fire pit care instructions and avoid leaving wet ash in the bowl.
Clean the Grate
Clean food and grease from the grate using tools appropriate for its material. Check the cooking surface for loose bristles or debris before preparing food. S&S cooking grates arrive unseasoned: follow the care instructions for applying cooking oil before use, drying after cleaning, and storing out of the weather. Our cooking grate guide covers fit and maintenance.
Wipe it Down
It’s a good idea to wipe down the outside of your fire pit to clean any pollen and dust. While the presence of pollen isn’t going to affect the function of your fire pit, it can certainly affect its aesthetics. Thankfully, a quick wipe-down should eliminate particles such as this.
Cover it
A fitted snuffer lid helps protect the bowl between fires. The S&S fabric rain cover is designed to sit over that lid and must only be fitted when both the pit and lid are completely cool. Natural surface patina is expected on carbon steel. See our fire pit drainage guide for the drain plug and standing-water checks.
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