STEP ONE

When using steel fire pit rings you will need to decide whether to install the gas outlet holes in an upward or downward position. If you speak to the manufacturer they will tell you it doesn't matter. Other people will tell you LP must be installed with the holes pointed in one direction and for Natural Gas the opposite direction. My advice is to mount the holes in a downward position. The reason you should do this is to prevent moisture from getting inside the steel fire pit rings. Let me just say I have seen them done both ways and this is the method I prefer.

STEP TWO

If you have a large gap between the fire pit ring and the base of your pit, your next step is to put some sort of "filler" between the bottom of your fire pit and the steel fire pit ring. Some people use sand but if you have a drain at the bottom of your fire pit you will have to use something that wont stop it up, in this case we suggest using a couple bags of pea gravel or a couple of bags of rock to get the job done. va Crushed lava rock can also be used as filler. Lava rock, pea gravel or sand is a cheap filler for your fire pit. If you end up using sand just make sure you DO NOT use beach sand. Beach sand contains silicon which in turn retains moisture. You would then run the risk of that moisture rusting your steel fire pit rings.

STEP THREE

Now that the fire ring is connected and your filler of choice is in place its time to add the final touch with decorative fire pit glass. Pour your fire pit glass crystals over your fire ring and filler - now spread glass evenly until all of your fire ring is covered at least 2 inches deep in glass. Now you can shape however  you desire- You can smooth it out for a flat look or build, shape or mound however you desire. We recommend a raised peak look in circular fire pits for the ultimate look and effect.