Patio & Outdoor Living

Grills & Fire Pits

Placement, lawn and deck protection, grease control, covers and off-season storage.

Patio & Outdoor Living7 min

How to Store a Grill for Winter

Winter kills grills through rust, rodents and trapped moisture — not cold. Here is the clean-and-cover routine that keeps one working for a decade.

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Patio & Outdoor Living6 min

How to Protect a Deck Under a Grill

Grease drips and radiant heat ruin deck boards fast. Here is the mat to use, the clearances that matter and how to clean grease before it soaks in.

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Patio & Outdoor Living6 min

Fire Pit on Grass: What to Put Underneath

A fire pit will scorch a lawn in one evening. Here is what actually protects grass underneath — heat shields, pavers and fire pit mats — and what fails.

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