Can I use product images from fire pit retailers?

Yes. Screenshot or download a product image and upload it to Canvi to get a clean cutout for placement planning.

How do I handle the scale of a fire pit relative to the yard photo?

Look up the fire pit's diameter, then scale it against a known reference in your yard photo, like a fence panel or deck board width.

Can I plan seating around the fire pit at the same time?

Yes. Add chair or bench photos to the canvas alongside the fire pit to plan the full outdoor seating arrangement.

What if I want to plan a stone patio around the fire pit?

Add stone cutouts to the canvas alongside your fire pit and seating to design the complete outdoor living space.

Does this help with planning a built-in fire pit versus a freestanding one?

Canvi is best for visual placement planning. It helps you see where any fire pit type should go relative to your yard features, regardless of build type.

Find the Right Spot for Your Fire Pit Before You Set It Down

Photograph your fire pit and place it on a canvas of your backyard. Test different locations, plan seating arrangements, and figure out the stone surround before committing.

Why people use it

Check safety clearances to fences, structures, and overhanging trees before placing anything
See whether the fire pit and seating will feel proportional in your specific yard
Test placement relative to existing patio areas and pathways
Plan the stone or gravel surround alongside the fire pit placement
Visualize the complete outdoor living area as a connected space

How it works

Photograph the fire pit: Photograph your existing fire pit or a store display model. For one you are considering buying, screenshot the product image.
Remove the background: Upload the photo and Canvi isolates the fire pit automatically, giving you a clean element to place.
Use your yard as the canvas: Photograph your backyard from an elevated angle or from the house looking out. Upload it as the canvas background.
Test placement options: Drag the fire pit to different positions, check relative scale, and add seating elements to see how the full setup looks.

Use cases

Freestanding fire pit placement: Find the optimal spot in the yard that balances safety clearance, seating space, and visual integration with the landscaping.
Fire pit with stone surround: Plan both the fire pit position and the surrounding stone or gravel ring together as a unified design element.
Integrated patio fire pit: Visualize a fire pit as part of a flagstone or concrete patio, determining its position relative to the seating area and patio edge.
Fire pit seating arrangement: Add outdoor chair photos to the canvas around the fire pit to see how many seats fit and what the conversation radius feels like.

Tips

Most fire safety guidelines recommend keeping fire pits at least 10 feet from structures and overhangs
Position the fire pit downwind of the main seating area based on your yard's prevailing wind direction
Place the fire pit where it can be seen from inside the house so it becomes a visible feature from multiple vantage points
Allow at least 7 to 8 feet from the fire pit edge to seating for comfortable warmth without excessive heat
Include a gravel or stone surround on the canvas to visualize the finished look, not just the pit itself

Frequently asked questions

Can I use product images from fire pit retailers?: Yes. Screenshot or download a product image and upload it to Canvi to get a clean cutout for placement planning.
How do I handle the scale of a fire pit relative to the yard photo?: Look up the fire pit's diameter, then scale it against a known reference in your yard photo, like a fence panel or deck board width.
Can I plan seating around the fire pit at the same time?: Yes. Add chair or bench photos to the canvas alongside the fire pit to plan the full outdoor seating arrangement.
What if I want to plan a stone patio around the fire pit?: Add stone cutouts to the canvas alongside your fire pit and seating to design the complete outdoor living space.
Does this help with planning a built-in fire pit versus a freestanding one?: Canvi is best for visual placement planning. It helps you see where any fire pit type should go relative to your yard features, regardless of build type.