So let's face the facts, fire pits are cool and if you like hosting events like BBQ's, making s'mores, hosting parties or just like having friends over to chat around the fire pit, it's a great addition. Many people hire someone to create it or buy expensive metal cast iron ones. You are a DIY'er and want to create this awesome fire pit by yourself. So here is what you will need:
ITEMS NEEDED:
- Bricks for the fire pit wall
- Gravel
- Twine or string
- a tape measure
- a stake
- a large shovel and a trowel
- a tamp (NOT NEEDED)
- a level.
WARNING: Before you begin building, be sure to consult your local fire code to find out whether fire pits are allowed in your city. Also, find out how far away the fire pit has to be from a structure. Safety is a top priority for this DIY project.
Step 1: Pick a spot that's a safe distance away from a tree and or bushes. Place the stack in the ground and tie the twine or string to the stake. Make sure the diameter of the circle is about 4-5 feet. Use your trowels sharp end to circle the area of ground where the pit will be going. Next, dig 6 to 12 inches deep within the diameter limits with your shovel.
Step 2: Tamp down the soil. If you do not have a tamp you can use the back of the shovel. Make sure the soil is packed firmly.
Step 3: Make sure the dirt you tamped is level. Adjust accordingly before laying down the bricks.
Step 4: Put a thick layer of gravel in the fire pit. Spread the gravel around evenly.
Step 5: Arrange the bricks in a circle and stack them in layers until the fire pit wall is at least 12 inches tall. For added safety, you can leave some of the gravel to halo the wall.
Step 6: Make a s'more sandwich for us!
