A spark guard is a dome-shaped mesh accessory designed to contain sparks, ash, and soot from your wood-burning fire pit. It typically includes handles to make it easy to lift the guard on and off the fire pit. The placement of these handles depends on the design of your fire pit:
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Fire pits with a tabletop or wide rim: If your fire pit features a surrounding tabletop or a wide rim, it is recommended to have the handles on top of the spark guard. This allows for easy removal, as handles on the top are more accessible in this design.
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Fire pits without a tabletop or wide rim: If your fire pit has no rim or features a more open design, you have the option of choosing handles on the top or the bottom of the spark guard. Both placements work as long as the size of the spark guard is compatible with your fire pit.
In any case, ensure that the spark guard fits properly over the fire pit and that the handle placement allows for safe and easy removal when needed.