How to use fire pits more sustainably this summer

Is there still a place for real-flame, responsible patio heating? Here is a guide on how to use fire pits carefully and more sustainably - plus some ideas on how to build your own

You can enjoy a gas fire piped directly to your pit position from a 9kg tank. There are still greenhouse gases, but no smoke to annoy the neighbours. 

As fossil fuel and even wood-burning come under attack for its role in damaging air quality, there’s still a place for real flame patio heating. 

Still, we need to ignite this controlled blaze as an occasional, well-planned, responsible treat. I’ve ranted and raved about propane patio heaters for years in these pages. Sadly, they are still for sale.