Fire Pit for Cooking Cooking food outdoors at night is an enjoyable experience that stimulates the senses and creates lasting memories among friends and family. Most people who cook outdoors regularly will tell you that the smoky flavour of ingredients cooked over an open flame is hard to beat. They absolutely love it! Whether buying a new fire pit or figuring out the best way to cook on your current setup, this guide provides all the information you need to transform your backyard into a gourmet paradise. Now, before you go out and buy ‘all the fire pits’ or a custom-made bbq read this handy ..read more

Can fire pit rocks explode? I would say that every week here at MAX Fire Pits, we get about 20 emails and phone calls asking the same question; “Can fire pit rocks explode?” As we all know, outdoor fire pits offer a unique blend of warmth and ambience, inviting us to gather for stories, laughter, and marshmallow roasting. However, there lurks a potential danger many of us overlook: the danger of exploding rocks. Yikes! After all, spending a night around open fires is meant to be relaxing, and the last thing you want to watch out for is danger when you sit around. Why do rocks even explode? At ..read more

Hi, it’s Max from MAX Fire Pits. Are you considering adding warmth to your backyard this winter but need clarification on choosing a fire pit or chiminea? This article offers an essential breakdown of both, guiding you through the different designs, heat output, and what they are like to use, so you can confidently choose which suits your space and lifestyle better. Key Takeaways Fire pits are social gathering champs, rocking a cozy 360-degree heat vibe, while chimineas keep it mellow with direct heat for smaller crew hangs. Materials matter! Cast iron is all about heat life, clay brings trad ..read more

We are super happy and proud to announce that MAX Fire Pits has been voted the WINNER in LUX Life Magazine for Best Bespoke Fire Pit Manufacturer in their 2024 Home & Garden awards Hello, Hoping this email finds you and the team at MAX Fire Pits in good health.  I am reaching out today with regards to the Home & Garden Awards 2024, proudly hosted by LUXlife. I would firstly like to thank you for taking part this year, we have had the privilege of considering some truly awe-inspiring, talented, dedicated and innovative parties this year, and with this in mi ..read more

Here at MAX Fire Pits, we made ourselves a promise this year that we would stop working so much all the time and explore a some more of this beautiful country. Here’s the first episode – a well-earned trip to Hart Hill near Warwick in Queensland. Such a beautiful camp grounds, and they have gold panning right there in the creek. We were lucky to find a couple of specks of gold, too! View this post on Instagram A post shared by MAX Fire Pits (@maxcustomfirepits ..read more

Today, we’re going to explore a question that’s crucial for anyone who loves gathering around a wood burning fire pit with family and friends! Understanding how to use a fire pit and handle the heat that comes from a fire pit is key to ensuring safety and protecting your outdoor space. The Heat Beneath: A Closer Look First things first, let’s address the burning question: do fire pits actually get hot underneath? In short, yes. The heat from both wood burning fire pits and a gas fire pit can be significant and it’s especially important to manage this heat properly to avoid damage to your deck ..read more

If you are anything like me and love getting outside, it’s easy to find joy in the simple pleasures—like a tranquil night sitting around an open fire, keeping warm around a collapsible fire pit with family and friends. Couple of cold beers, or a glass of red doesn’t go down go astray either! My family loves our trips around the Australian landscape , and the addition of a flat-packed pit and a supply of fire wood has brought countless hearty laughs and warm moments that we will always remember. We wrote this article to share some of our experiences and encourage you to pack your tent and hit ..read more

Once again we are super proud to announce that MAX Fire Pits has taken out the Best Custom Fire Pit Manufacturer 2023 in the Australian Made awards from APAC Insider. We are thrilled to be recognised in a tough industry with lots of competitors making some exceptional products. Big thanks to the team at APAC Insider for the award, and we look forward to entering again next year ..read more

Here at MAX Fire Pits, we specialise in custom NRL fire pits that make the ultimate in personalised gift for that special person in your family or friends. Perfect as a birthday, anniversary or Christmas present, our range of NRL team fire pits are a real winner! List of NRL Fire Pits we’ve made: Brisbane Broncos Canberra Raiders Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks Gold Coast Titans Manly Warringah Sea Eagles Melbourne Storm Newcastle Knights New Zealand Warriors North Queensland Cowboys Parramatta Eels Penrith Panthers South Sydney Rabbitohs St. George Illawarr ..read more

Taking off into the bush on a camping trip is a traditional Aussie adventure that allows you to reconnect with nature, enjoy the great outdoors, and create lasting memories with your family and friends. To ensure a successful camping experience, having the right camping equipment and knowing a few handy camping tips is a good idea. You can even help other campers make the most of their camping experience, too. This article provides a comprehensive list of must-have camping gear and shares valuable tips and hacks for your first camping trip. Whether you’re a first-time camper, car camping or an ..read more