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4 Trends To Welcome Autumn On Your Porch Or Patio

9/22/2021

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It’s time for the leaves to start changing color; perhaps your outdoor home decor could use some enhancing, too. Why not start with the porch or patio? These four trends are fairly easy to achieve and scream Autumn.
pumpkins on porch Fall design trends
Fall 2021 design trends - pumpkins on steps of porch
Fall design trends - pumpkins in pots
1 - Always Include Pumpkins
Would it even be fall without pumpkins? Rather than just carving them, you could paint them and arrange them in planters, as well. Their composition could also be displayed on the steps, either symmetrically or asymmetrically.
Fall string lights on porch
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Fall patio trends - lanterns
Fall patio trends - fireball

2 - Light the Mood
A warm glow against the colorful leaves creates a classic fall aesthetic. String lights wrapped around the rails or dangling from the ceiling are a great option. Why stop there? Put some lanterns and a firepit or a custom SteelStuff fireball in the mix and feel the warmth you are creating.
Fall steel welcome sign for front door
Halloween steel welcome sign for doorway
​3 - Select An Autumn Color Scheme
You know the ones: oranges, yellows, reds, and browns. One way to do this is with potted plants. Orange and teal decor is another popular option for 2021. If you want a subtle change, you can simply repaint your door. Lean a custom steel welcome sign from SteelStuff against your door and choose your favorite Fall themed tokens to magnetically place around it.
Fall patio trends, steel table in fall colors
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4 - Keep It Cozy
If you’re the secluded type, this trend is for you. Turn your patio into your little lounge by switching out the furniture to that of harvest theme. How about this gold vein coffee table or stool from SteelStuff? Add a broom against the wall and some privacy screens around the perimeter, and you’ve got it!

If you’re looking for an enchanting autumn porch or patio, make sure to snag these steel accents and incorporate these fads. It’s a timeless way to celebrate the changing of the weather. Happy pumpkin season!
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Up Your Fire Side Game This Summer

5/10/2021

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Do you ever smell the first smoke of the season and remember how much you missed having bonfires? We don’t blame you — with their crackling flames, soothing warmth, aesthetically pleasing glows, and excuses to burn your raggedy furniture. What’s especially nice is that you don’t need to make every occasion the same ol’ fire. Refer to these pointers to be one of the best hosts in the neighborhood.

Why Bonfires are the Ideal Social Activity

There is an abundance of reasons why a bonfire is the optimal gathering right now. In the process of vaccinations, this is a doable social event, as it is outdoors, and chairs can easily be spaced out. Besides, your fire pit doesn’t have business hours like the other places you might consider hanging out at. Unless you opt for costly cuisine and entertainment, bonfires are quite inexpensive, as well. Who doesn’t love the classic hot dogs and pop aesthetic? Additionally, fires are such an accessible way to have quality family time.

Pick Your Vessel

It’s important for everyone’s safety, that you have a safe way to contain the fire, while still allowing it to breathe to keep it alive. An obvious choice is a firepit. We offer a variety to choose from, from our portable Slip-N-Go, to our customizable Panel and Rolled Firepits. If you want to raise the warmth and up your fire night game, our unique Fireballs are just the thing!

Slip-N-Go

portable steel firepit
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Custom Panel

design your own firepit with custom panels
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Custom Rolled

rolled steel fire pit customized to your design
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Fireball

steel fire ball to up your firepit game
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Building A Strong Fire

Since campfires are so optimal for the upcoming summer season, it’s more than a bonus to know how to start one. Here are the steps we recommend for creating a long-lasting flame:
  1. Pick a firestarter, such as waterproof matches, lighters, fire starter kits, wax, lint, or egg cartons. Also, note that dry wood will light more easily, and hatchets are effective at trimming wood.
  2. Cut your kindling and store enough wood by the fire to keep the night going. Make it easy with our firepit accessories, the wood splitter and wood holder are the perfect tools to have pit side.
  3. Decide on one of these fire structures:
    1. Teepee: The name kind of says it all. Just put your smallest sticks in the middle in a teepee formation, then place your largest sticks on the outside. Easy.
    2. Log Cabin: To build this, place your tinder in the center. Make a tic-tac-toe formation by crossing over wood.
    3. Lean-to: First, place your tinder on the ground against something, such as a log or rock. Next, slant your kindling over the tinder. That’s all it takes.

Teepee

teepee style fire

Log Cabin

log cabin fire building structure

Lean-to

ways to build a fire - the lean-to
    4. Time to light up. Light the tinder and fire starter from the bottom, so the flame will travel
        upward.
    5. When the festivities are over, you can break up the embers and douse the pit with water,
       or bury the embers a couple inches in the ground. Soak that in water as well to create mud.
​       You could also always just let the fire out, but never leave it unattended.

Kindling & Wood Cutter

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Wood Holder

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Checklist for a Fire Get-Together

It’s super easy to upgrade your bonfires. Feel free to snag these ideas:
  • Make sure you’re prepared. Have a trash can ready, so nobody has to go throw their food away inside. Take stock of your firewood.
  • Everyone knows that mosquitoes will be the biggest party poopers. Do you have your repellant ready? You could also set out torches, candles, or herbs to keep them away.
  • Create a build-your-own food bar, so people can get up and eat when they feel like it. Awkward lines and passing dishes around the circle are outdated.
  • Dangling lights are in. You could hang up string lights along with lanterns and torches for an elegant feel.
  • For a soundtrack that pleases everyone, ask your guests for song requests beforehand, then compile a big playlist.
  • Spice up your smores! There is a lot of freedom in doing so. You could buy colorful marshmallows, or switch out your chocolate. Have you tried using peanut butter cups? You could even take chocolate graham crackers and put strawberries in your sandwich. Take out the graham crackers, and you can use Oreos or chocolate chip cookies. The world is your oyster.

Consider this your guide to having your loved ones asking when they can come back to your firepit. It’s been a hectic time for the world, and chances are, you need to have some fun. May this be the summer of memorable fires.
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Outdoor Design Trends For Your Winter Patio

12/23/2020

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During the holidays and winter months, spending time with friends and family is unfortunately limited due to COVID. What you CAN do is create a warm and inviting outdoor space to catch up with your loved ones where small gatherings are allowed. In fact, this year, Canadians have been spending their vacation money on their homes and wellness instead of trips. Here is what other homeowners have been doing to improve their patio's aesthetic and keep them at a comfortable temperature.
winter outdoor trend - fur on chairs with firepit
fireball warmth and glow
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Trends That Keep You Warm

These cold-weather fads are functional for more than decorating; they will leave you feeling toasty. According to CTV report, outdoor heater searches have been up in Canada by 180% recently. Other popular 2020 choices are plug-in mats for the patio floor, fuzzy pelts to put over snowy seats, as well as fire pits. If you want to bring the fire warmth up a notch and literally up off the ground for extra warmth and a stunning light show, fireballs are where it’s at. Storing firewood in a custom holder by the door is not only convenient but achieves the cozy appearance homeowners have been going for.

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