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I got the gas fire out of the garage ready for winter and the flames seem to be reaching higher than I remember, beyond the fireproof material and into the metal surround. Is this normal, and would a new gas bottle remedy it as it is almost empty? Is it a fire and carbon monoxide threat? VIDEO...

I made some crosses out of 1 by 3 boards that are 5 foot high. I thought being this light weight I would be okay. My problem is coming up with a portable stand that can be taken off the crosses for transport that can keep them upright and standing even if I get a little wind.. I am trying to...