Hello. My name is Erik Martin and I am a reporter for HomeStyle, a nationally syndicated home improvement/design section published weekly in newspapers across the country (visit omaha.com/inspiredhome for samples). I’m looking to interview home improvement experts, designers, fire pit manufacturers, and homeowners who own an outdoor fire pit for the following topic: BACKYARD GHOST STORIES AND TOASTED MARSHMALLOWS: ADD A FIRE PIT THIS FALL AND CONTINUE TO ENJOY THE OUTDOORS DESPITE THE COOL WEATHER. This story will explore the benefits of buying/installing a fire pit in your yard. Below is a list of questions I’m seeking answers to. I can either conduct a phone or email interview (with the latter, please email me back full-sentence written responses that I can use as quotes). My deadline is noon central time, Tuesday, August 9.
QUESTIONS:1. (THIS QUESTION FOR HOMEOWNERS ONLY) When and why did you purchase/install a fire pit in your yard? What kind of fire pit did you choose? Where, when and why do you use it? How can adding a fire pit extend your outdoor living season into and beyond autumn? Any tips for fellow homeowners about fire pits? What is your full name, and city/state location?2. (NEXT QUESTIONS ARE FOR THE EXPERTS) Why is adding a fire pit to your outdoor living area worth considering? What are the benefits, and how can doing so extend your outdoor living season into and beyond autumn?3. What kinds of fire pit options/materials are there to choose from (e.g., portable vs. permanent/in-ground, steel, slate, clay, brick, etc.)? What are the pros/cons of each of these major options?4. Where should a backyard fire pit be best placed for safety and enjoyment?5. What safety rules should be followed before, while, and after using a firepit?6. Who make the best candidates for a fire pit (type of homeowner, type of house/property, location/climate/region)?7. Any other thoughts, tips or suggestions on this topic?8. What is your full name, title, company, city/state location, and email address?
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home improvement experts, designers, fire pit manufacturers, homeowners
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