How to start a fire pit using the top down fire method. #firepit #kindlingontop #topdownfire #shorts #firepits
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@Lowgenn11 ай бұрын
This just saved me from looking like a dumbass thank you 😂
@DIYwithCam
11 ай бұрын
I'm glad I could help you out. It's getting to that time now where a fire pit is needed to stay warm when outside at night.
@kokonut01
9 ай бұрын
😂😂😂
@isheannapayton9406
8 ай бұрын
Don't feel bad I stacked a bunch of wood and poured lighter fluid lol 🤣 and tried to blow on it
@jckoibra2662
7 ай бұрын
Yeah it makes me think monkeys wee smarter than us they know how to start fire atleast 😂
@Alainn305
6 ай бұрын
Same here. Visiting Tennessee and it’s freezing. I’m the only man in the cabin. Gotta start a fire for the kids. Wish me luck!
@hparcturians5373 Жыл бұрын
Just got a firepit yesterday. Thanks for the helpful info!
@naborenc543911 ай бұрын
Thank you for this. I just bought a fire pit and have been trying to start a fire for the past 30 minutes. Even used lighter fluid. Eventually I gave up, went to youtube and stumbled on this video. Followed the directions perfectly and the fire started almost instantly! Didnt even have to use lighter fluid 😂😂. Thank you so much! Added this to my favorite and subbed to your channel! Thanks again! ❤😊
@DIYwithCam
11 ай бұрын
It works every time without fail. I'm glad that you stumbled on the channel and liked what you found. Enjoy your fire pit!
@makeitmondos Жыл бұрын
Started my dinner bbq tonight with this method and it worked great, thank you!
@DIYwithCam
Жыл бұрын
That's great, enjoy your dinner.
@mariannafollador306511 ай бұрын
This is so easy and intuitive and it actually works
@DIYwithCam
11 ай бұрын
I'm glad that it worked and you found it easy to follow. Enjoy your 🔥
@emilypaige28857 ай бұрын
Thank you, I was finally able to get it started. I feel proud.
@DIYwithCam
7 ай бұрын
Great job!
@thatonedrumsetplayer892123 күн бұрын
This was one of the best fires I have had using this setup! Work great 👍
@Delfy-xk3ws16 күн бұрын
Tysm for the easiest & best tip
@DIYwithCam
16 күн бұрын
5 you found the video useful and the process easy. Enjoy your 🔥
@BibleBarbieRacquel Жыл бұрын
Bible Barbie Racquel Thank you SOOOOO much gonna do this tonight Bless your heart yyay...May God bless you Mightily for helping us all on here who need this help. Blessings & Peace 🕊️
@Mejayy11 ай бұрын
I used a variation of this method to start a fire in a chemny-like space that was covered in snow. Very reliable!
@DIYwithCam
11 ай бұрын
I'm glad it worked for you. I'm always curious about other types of spaces that this method works.
@gerhard6105
10 ай бұрын
This is how i just fired up my woodburner. It is an Eder 19kW. First two loafs the how you stack it with smaller pieces with paper inside it. Some small pieces on top and the some bigger ones. I lite it with one match. In the evening i put brikettes (big blocks) with it. It heats my house and thus water for the cv and warm water. Regards from the Belgium Ardennes
@noo930010 ай бұрын
I’m going try this tonight as I’m camping alone. Fingers crossed it works!
@DIYwithCam
10 ай бұрын
hope you stayed warm while camping.
@timewiththebible9839 Жыл бұрын
Worked like a dream. Thank you!
@DIYwithCam
Жыл бұрын
I'm glad to hear 😊
@sleepy_face_129210 ай бұрын
Worked really well!!
@DIYwithCam
10 ай бұрын
Glad it worked for you
@josephperkins3189 Жыл бұрын
Really helpful!
@DIYwithCam
Жыл бұрын
I'm glad that I could help you out. Enjoy your fire 🔥
@MICONMIC Жыл бұрын
Tyyyyy , Finna have a bonfire later tonight 🔥🤘🏽
@stevenson57813 ай бұрын
I just made my first fire with this technique! Thanks for the help
@DIYwithCam
3 ай бұрын
Fantastic! It's a great way to build a fire and the only way I use now. Hope you enjoyed your fire
@BrittanySmiles Жыл бұрын
Works like a charm!!!
@DIYwithCam
Жыл бұрын
It's a great way to start a fire. Shame it's summer now and it's way to warm here to get the fire going.
@onesweetxj11 ай бұрын
Tyvm brother …. Will try this later tonight
@DIYwithCam
11 ай бұрын
Hope you enjoy
@Matthew30532 Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much
@DIYwithCam
Жыл бұрын
Glad I could help you out. Thanks for watching
@KingKashan107 ай бұрын
Thanks bro,it actually helped
@Big-bass8 ай бұрын
This worked perfectly !
@gamemastervlogs31089 ай бұрын
Thank you Soo much bro I was having trouble starting a fire and I was shock to see that it actually worked
@DIYwithCam
9 ай бұрын
Crazy right. It's amazing what you can find on the internet. Hope you enjoyed the fire 🔥
@praes.official Жыл бұрын
This worked fast with little smoke, thanks for the tip!
@robertneal3364 Жыл бұрын
The forbidden handle🔥
@DivineProphetessCoral10 ай бұрын
I am practicing apocalyptic prepping. I can't wait to start making fires! 🙂🙂🙂❤️❤️❤️
@DIYwithCam
10 ай бұрын
Best of luck!
@thomasepik4406 Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@DeadGirlsDontSayNo Жыл бұрын
Worked very well
@scientistmilorad97352 ай бұрын
This method is called a log cabin for people who don't know.
@DIYwithCam
2 ай бұрын
thanks for sharing.
@TheLordOfNothing
2 ай бұрын
Yep. I prefer the teepee method though.
@WhoopiCushion5 ай бұрын
Man I was looking dumb as fuck pooring gas on a bunch of logs 😂
@DIYwithCam
5 ай бұрын
We have all been there. Better and safer ways than using gas. Hope you enjoy your next fire.
@epictyurbo7875 Жыл бұрын
Thanks broo you helpt a lot
@RTR_Mtb3 ай бұрын
Have a look at the top down method, can be great fun and if you're clever with your stacking method, can get a good few hours of fire!
@DIYwithCam
3 ай бұрын
This is the top down method, no? Or am I mistaken 🤔
@RTR_Mtb
3 ай бұрын
Kind of haha, might as well be to be honest, I came back and rewatched it 😅
@andaisven8447
2 ай бұрын
The top down method is basically adding a full floor of big logs at the bottom and crossing another section on top and then build it smaller the higher you go then start your fire at the top of the structure . Then you’ll have a small fire at the very top to begin with and slowly the coals and burned wood will fall and light the section underneath and so on. Making it an hour long fire with literally zero maintenance until it’s all burnt through in which case you can literally do it all over again if need be, just this time it’ll also light the bottom a lot quicker because of the hot coals
@mikeg49604 ай бұрын
Bruh this vid is goat 🐐. I would try and start a fire pit to smoke a cigar and the amount of time I wasted tryna start it I could have smoked the whole cigar already.
@DIYwithCam
4 ай бұрын
I hope you enjoyed your cigar this time. I'm Not a huge fan if cigars but now I want to have one by a fire.
@remybrown9364 Жыл бұрын
Doing mine now thanks alot for the help I really appreciate this video ☺️
@jamesbg5924 Жыл бұрын
Thank you brooo
@DIYwithCam
Жыл бұрын
No problem 😊 enjoy your fire 🔥
@johnnybones5708 Жыл бұрын
Thank you gonna try that tonight. 🙏 😇
@TheLordOfNothing2 ай бұрын
It blows my mind how so few people know how to do this. I've known how to do this since I was 7. Then again, I grew up in the countryside.
@Ariel-lol9 ай бұрын
I just got one, but I’m not sure about one thing, am I able to keep the top cover off when I use it or does it have to stay on?
@DIYwithCam
9 ай бұрын
The top does stop the embers coming out, so normally use the cover.
@chefluigimarinara19758 ай бұрын
I always use a grid method for the logs. Tee-pee tends to starve the fire. Essentially start small and get your fire really hot, then you can throw anything you want on it.
@papa_squat
8 ай бұрын
I make a kindling tee-pee then surround it with a "cabin"
@jonw257011 ай бұрын
At what point do you add more logs as I either do it too early creating too big of a fire or too late and they don’t catch quick enough. Also I get these are laid to allow airflow but when new logs go on how do we position them it keep airflow as the logs below gradually break down
@DIYwithCam
11 ай бұрын
I lay the next logs at 90 degrees to the ones below. I typically start to add more when the bottom logs have caught fire and are starting to put off some good heat. It's a balance, so try it out. What worked out the last fire might kot work as well on the next one, depending on firewood species and water content.
@jonw2570
11 ай бұрын
@@DIYwithCam cheers for the reply! Think thats my issue as I try to do it like a set order when as you say.. it doesn’t work the same each time as different factors. One other thing.. if you accidently put fire out by suffocating it with the new log or let it die down too much before adding next log. Whats the easiers way to get it back going. I usually stick a firelighter back in and stick some kindling to get it going again but not sure if thats right.
@seancastromelendez475 Жыл бұрын
hi, does this kind of fire work for cooking in a firepit?
@DIYwithCam
Жыл бұрын
I've cooked on this fore pit with this fire.
@seancastromelendez475
Жыл бұрын
thank you!
@antecoric8368 Жыл бұрын
Thankssssss
@cmm0606-s2g5 ай бұрын
Is a grate not necessary? Won't this make your pit weak at the bottom?
@DIYwithCam
5 ай бұрын
There's plenty of airflow at the bottom of this pit. I have even built this fire in a solo stove and my wood stove inside with great results.
@cmm0606-s2g
5 ай бұрын
I recently bought a fire pit, it doesn't look as sturdy as yours. I also bought some sand and a 23" paella pan to put in the bottom of it as I don't want to burn the bottom out of it. I will be using your instructions for sure. Thanks for your response.😊
@DIYwithCam
5 ай бұрын
@@cmm0606-s2g I did put sand in mine many years ago but haven't added any more since and haven't had any issues. Enjoy your fire.
@cmm0606-s2g
5 ай бұрын
@@DIYwithCam Thanks, I will.
@josephprieto7415 Жыл бұрын
Quick tip: if you want the fire started right away put some tiki fuel on the paper and cardboard
@duckbrew
7 ай бұрын
that's the pussy way.
@petrakaak38739 ай бұрын
Were can I buy this specific fire pit?
@DIYwithCam
9 ай бұрын
Home depot otr amazon it's called Hampton Bay Piedmont 30 in. Steel Fire Pit in Black with Poker
@andrewhead52310 ай бұрын
I just want to know where I can get that exact fire pit
@DIYwithCam
10 ай бұрын
Home depot. it's called the piedmont. It's a great fire pit, especially when the heat comes out the side and keeps your feet warm.
@natom6503 ай бұрын
Where did you get this fire pit
@DIYwithCam
3 ай бұрын
Home depot - here is a similar one on Amazon- amzn.to/3QOSMPz
@SickestToys8 ай бұрын
What would you call that huge metal basket you place your wood in ? I need that lol
@DIYwithCam
8 ай бұрын
I fire pit. You can get them at HD or on amazon.
@shellshell2709 ай бұрын
Mine won’t stay lit any suggestions ?
@DIYwithCam
9 ай бұрын
Make sure the wood is dry and don't use the largest pieces that you have Go for some smaller pieces.
@shannonwrenfield19217 ай бұрын
Okay now how do i put it out 👁️👁️
@DIYwithCam
7 ай бұрын
stop adding wood to it and let it burn out. You can also separate the wood in the fire and it will put itself out a little quicker.
@joshpierce74498 ай бұрын
Its good for starting the fire. To keep it going, stack wood around it in a teepee
@DIYwithCam
8 ай бұрын
That's one way, but I prefer to stay with the cross hatch to keep it going.
@KVasiyaRoberts
8 ай бұрын
But while the fire is going? Are you going to stack it like so the first go round. Or how are you going to go about it?
@DIYwithCam
7 ай бұрын
I continue stacking it like this during the fire, to keep the fire wood below the secondary burn holes. There are many ways to do this and no right way, just way you prefer and get the best results from.
@truth95911 ай бұрын
Ah yes, this is the way.
@DIYwithCam
11 ай бұрын
It sure is
@Xguy8909 ай бұрын
The WOOD Have To Be DRY And That's The KEY To All Of This.......
@advancedghost__238011 ай бұрын
a no-fuss Scot’s fire
@DIYwithCam
11 ай бұрын
That's the one
@Shamarboy9910 ай бұрын
What is kinling?
@DIYwithCam
10 ай бұрын
It's easily combustible small sticks that are used to start a fire. Hope this helps. They are the thin sticks on top.
@et252511 ай бұрын
Easiest way to start a campfire
@DIYwithCam
11 ай бұрын
So true
@DavidJohnston-cq4fz28 күн бұрын
Don't cover wood it, causes metal to melt
@bk3.5 ай бұрын
Tried it, didn't work there was a strong wind...
@TIGERFIL11 ай бұрын
our fire is just broken
@DIYwithCam
11 ай бұрын
Your fire pit? This one from HD is pretty good.
@TIGERFIL
11 ай бұрын
@@DIYwithCam no. it was our wood that was wet. its okay now
@Karanvxrma23
7 ай бұрын
😂
@neger7717Ай бұрын
You need paper and cardboard? Bruh
@DIYwithCam
Ай бұрын
one, both, doesn't matter. Just use what you have
@steelrain1313 Жыл бұрын
Crib fire 101
@WizardKingSolo10 ай бұрын
“You don’t need a fire starter” *Proceeds to use a Fire Lighter instead*
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This just saved me from looking like a dumbass thank you 😂
@DIYwithCam
11 ай бұрын
I'm glad I could help you out. It's getting to that time now where a fire pit is needed to stay warm when outside at night.
@kokonut01
9 ай бұрын
😂😂😂
@isheannapayton9406
8 ай бұрын
Don't feel bad I stacked a bunch of wood and poured lighter fluid lol 🤣 and tried to blow on it
@jckoibra2662
7 ай бұрын
Yeah it makes me think monkeys wee smarter than us they know how to start fire atleast 😂
@Alainn305
6 ай бұрын
Same here. Visiting Tennessee and it’s freezing. I’m the only man in the cabin. Gotta start a fire for the kids. Wish me luck!
Just got a firepit yesterday. Thanks for the helpful info!
Thank you for this. I just bought a fire pit and have been trying to start a fire for the past 30 minutes. Even used lighter fluid. Eventually I gave up, went to youtube and stumbled on this video. Followed the directions perfectly and the fire started almost instantly! Didnt even have to use lighter fluid 😂😂. Thank you so much! Added this to my favorite and subbed to your channel! Thanks again! ❤😊
@DIYwithCam
11 ай бұрын
It works every time without fail. I'm glad that you stumbled on the channel and liked what you found. Enjoy your fire pit!
Started my dinner bbq tonight with this method and it worked great, thank you!
@DIYwithCam
Жыл бұрын
That's great, enjoy your dinner.
This is so easy and intuitive and it actually works
@DIYwithCam
11 ай бұрын
I'm glad that it worked and you found it easy to follow. Enjoy your 🔥
Thank you, I was finally able to get it started. I feel proud.
@DIYwithCam
7 ай бұрын
Great job!
This was one of the best fires I have had using this setup! Work great 👍
Tysm for the easiest & best tip
@DIYwithCam
16 күн бұрын
5 you found the video useful and the process easy. Enjoy your 🔥
Bible Barbie Racquel Thank you SOOOOO much gonna do this tonight Bless your heart yyay...May God bless you Mightily for helping us all on here who need this help. Blessings & Peace 🕊️
I used a variation of this method to start a fire in a chemny-like space that was covered in snow. Very reliable!
@DIYwithCam
11 ай бұрын
I'm glad it worked for you. I'm always curious about other types of spaces that this method works.
@gerhard6105
10 ай бұрын
This is how i just fired up my woodburner. It is an Eder 19kW. First two loafs the how you stack it with smaller pieces with paper inside it. Some small pieces on top and the some bigger ones. I lite it with one match. In the evening i put brikettes (big blocks) with it. It heats my house and thus water for the cv and warm water. Regards from the Belgium Ardennes
I’m going try this tonight as I’m camping alone. Fingers crossed it works!
@DIYwithCam
10 ай бұрын
hope you stayed warm while camping.
Worked like a dream. Thank you!
@DIYwithCam
Жыл бұрын
I'm glad to hear 😊
Worked really well!!
@DIYwithCam
10 ай бұрын
Glad it worked for you
Really helpful!
@DIYwithCam
Жыл бұрын
I'm glad that I could help you out. Enjoy your fire 🔥
Tyyyyy , Finna have a bonfire later tonight 🔥🤘🏽
I just made my first fire with this technique! Thanks for the help
@DIYwithCam
3 ай бұрын
Fantastic! It's a great way to build a fire and the only way I use now. Hope you enjoyed your fire
Works like a charm!!!
@DIYwithCam
Жыл бұрын
It's a great way to start a fire. Shame it's summer now and it's way to warm here to get the fire going.
Tyvm brother …. Will try this later tonight
@DIYwithCam
11 ай бұрын
Hope you enjoy
Thanks so much
@DIYwithCam
Жыл бұрын
Glad I could help you out. Thanks for watching
Thanks bro,it actually helped
This worked perfectly !
Thank you Soo much bro I was having trouble starting a fire and I was shock to see that it actually worked
@DIYwithCam
9 ай бұрын
Crazy right. It's amazing what you can find on the internet. Hope you enjoyed the fire 🔥
This worked fast with little smoke, thanks for the tip!
The forbidden handle🔥
I am practicing apocalyptic prepping. I can't wait to start making fires! 🙂🙂🙂❤️❤️❤️
@DIYwithCam
10 ай бұрын
Best of luck!
Thank you!
Worked very well
This method is called a log cabin for people who don't know.
@DIYwithCam
2 ай бұрын
thanks for sharing.
@TheLordOfNothing
2 ай бұрын
Yep. I prefer the teepee method though.
Man I was looking dumb as fuck pooring gas on a bunch of logs 😂
@DIYwithCam
5 ай бұрын
We have all been there. Better and safer ways than using gas. Hope you enjoy your next fire.
Thanks broo you helpt a lot
Have a look at the top down method, can be great fun and if you're clever with your stacking method, can get a good few hours of fire!
@DIYwithCam
3 ай бұрын
This is the top down method, no? Or am I mistaken 🤔
@RTR_Mtb
3 ай бұрын
Kind of haha, might as well be to be honest, I came back and rewatched it 😅
@andaisven8447
2 ай бұрын
The top down method is basically adding a full floor of big logs at the bottom and crossing another section on top and then build it smaller the higher you go then start your fire at the top of the structure . Then you’ll have a small fire at the very top to begin with and slowly the coals and burned wood will fall and light the section underneath and so on. Making it an hour long fire with literally zero maintenance until it’s all burnt through in which case you can literally do it all over again if need be, just this time it’ll also light the bottom a lot quicker because of the hot coals
Bruh this vid is goat 🐐. I would try and start a fire pit to smoke a cigar and the amount of time I wasted tryna start it I could have smoked the whole cigar already.
@DIYwithCam
4 ай бұрын
I hope you enjoyed your cigar this time. I'm Not a huge fan if cigars but now I want to have one by a fire.
Doing mine now thanks alot for the help I really appreciate this video ☺️
Thank you brooo
@DIYwithCam
Жыл бұрын
No problem 😊 enjoy your fire 🔥
Thank you gonna try that tonight. 🙏 😇
It blows my mind how so few people know how to do this. I've known how to do this since I was 7. Then again, I grew up in the countryside.
I just got one, but I’m not sure about one thing, am I able to keep the top cover off when I use it or does it have to stay on?
@DIYwithCam
9 ай бұрын
The top does stop the embers coming out, so normally use the cover.
I always use a grid method for the logs. Tee-pee tends to starve the fire. Essentially start small and get your fire really hot, then you can throw anything you want on it.
@papa_squat
8 ай бұрын
I make a kindling tee-pee then surround it with a "cabin"
At what point do you add more logs as I either do it too early creating too big of a fire or too late and they don’t catch quick enough. Also I get these are laid to allow airflow but when new logs go on how do we position them it keep airflow as the logs below gradually break down
@DIYwithCam
11 ай бұрын
I lay the next logs at 90 degrees to the ones below. I typically start to add more when the bottom logs have caught fire and are starting to put off some good heat. It's a balance, so try it out. What worked out the last fire might kot work as well on the next one, depending on firewood species and water content.
@jonw2570
11 ай бұрын
@@DIYwithCam cheers for the reply! Think thats my issue as I try to do it like a set order when as you say.. it doesn’t work the same each time as different factors. One other thing.. if you accidently put fire out by suffocating it with the new log or let it die down too much before adding next log. Whats the easiers way to get it back going. I usually stick a firelighter back in and stick some kindling to get it going again but not sure if thats right.
hi, does this kind of fire work for cooking in a firepit?
@DIYwithCam
Жыл бұрын
I've cooked on this fore pit with this fire.
@seancastromelendez475
Жыл бұрын
thank you!
Thankssssss
Is a grate not necessary? Won't this make your pit weak at the bottom?
@DIYwithCam
5 ай бұрын
There's plenty of airflow at the bottom of this pit. I have even built this fire in a solo stove and my wood stove inside with great results.
@cmm0606-s2g
5 ай бұрын
I recently bought a fire pit, it doesn't look as sturdy as yours. I also bought some sand and a 23" paella pan to put in the bottom of it as I don't want to burn the bottom out of it. I will be using your instructions for sure. Thanks for your response.😊
@DIYwithCam
5 ай бұрын
@@cmm0606-s2g I did put sand in mine many years ago but haven't added any more since and haven't had any issues. Enjoy your fire.
@cmm0606-s2g
5 ай бұрын
@@DIYwithCam Thanks, I will.
Quick tip: if you want the fire started right away put some tiki fuel on the paper and cardboard
@duckbrew
7 ай бұрын
that's the pussy way.
Were can I buy this specific fire pit?
@DIYwithCam
9 ай бұрын
Home depot otr amazon it's called Hampton Bay Piedmont 30 in. Steel Fire Pit in Black with Poker
I just want to know where I can get that exact fire pit
@DIYwithCam
10 ай бұрын
Home depot. it's called the piedmont. It's a great fire pit, especially when the heat comes out the side and keeps your feet warm.
Where did you get this fire pit
@DIYwithCam
3 ай бұрын
Home depot - here is a similar one on Amazon- amzn.to/3QOSMPz
What would you call that huge metal basket you place your wood in ? I need that lol
@DIYwithCam
8 ай бұрын
I fire pit. You can get them at HD or on amazon.
Mine won’t stay lit any suggestions ?
@DIYwithCam
9 ай бұрын
Make sure the wood is dry and don't use the largest pieces that you have Go for some smaller pieces.
Okay now how do i put it out 👁️👁️
@DIYwithCam
7 ай бұрын
stop adding wood to it and let it burn out. You can also separate the wood in the fire and it will put itself out a little quicker.
Its good for starting the fire. To keep it going, stack wood around it in a teepee
@DIYwithCam
8 ай бұрын
That's one way, but I prefer to stay with the cross hatch to keep it going.
@KVasiyaRoberts
8 ай бұрын
But while the fire is going? Are you going to stack it like so the first go round. Or how are you going to go about it?
@DIYwithCam
7 ай бұрын
I continue stacking it like this during the fire, to keep the fire wood below the secondary burn holes. There are many ways to do this and no right way, just way you prefer and get the best results from.
Ah yes, this is the way.
@DIYwithCam
11 ай бұрын
It sure is
The WOOD Have To Be DRY And That's The KEY To All Of This.......
a no-fuss Scot’s fire
@DIYwithCam
11 ай бұрын
That's the one
What is kinling?
@DIYwithCam
10 ай бұрын
It's easily combustible small sticks that are used to start a fire. Hope this helps. They are the thin sticks on top.
Easiest way to start a campfire
@DIYwithCam
11 ай бұрын
So true
Don't cover wood it, causes metal to melt
Tried it, didn't work there was a strong wind...
our fire is just broken
@DIYwithCam
11 ай бұрын
Your fire pit? This one from HD is pretty good.
@TIGERFIL
11 ай бұрын
@@DIYwithCam no. it was our wood that was wet. its okay now
@Karanvxrma23
7 ай бұрын
😂
You need paper and cardboard? Bruh
@DIYwithCam
Ай бұрын
one, both, doesn't matter. Just use what you have
Crib fire 101
“You don’t need a fire starter” *Proceeds to use a Fire Lighter instead*
This isn’t a fire pit.
@DIYwithCam
Жыл бұрын
It isn't?? It's contained outdoor fire.