How to Build a Simple Fire Pit With Bricks?

Brick fire pits are very popular, useful, and good-looking garden features. You can not only have a barbecue with your friends and family but also make a fire, sit and relax next to it. Building a fire pit is an excellent idea because it is not that hard, and the effect is spectacular. There are many tutorials and videos on how to make a DIY brick fire pit.

Types of fire pits

1. Classic circular fire pit bowl

The most popular type of outdoor fire pit. It could be a wood-burning fire pit or a gas one. Gas burning will definitely be a more expensive and comfortable option, but we can all agree that a traditional, wood-burning fire pit is the best.

2. Brick fire pit

A brick fire pit is, for me, one of the most beautiful brick fire pit types. It has a unique look because of the material it is made of. When it is fired up, it creates a magic atmosphere in your outdoor space.

3. Gas fire table

This option is for people who are looking for a modern way of a barbecue. It is not as beautiful as a classic fire pit.

4. DIY fire pit

When you have enough space in the garden and want to diversify your outdoor living space, this type is for you. To build a fire pit, you don’t need a lot of materials and money to create a functional one. Everything depends on your imagination. Will it be a circular fire pit or a square fire pit? You can get carried away by your imagination and have a nice custom fire pit. Different types of materials are available. For example, lava rocks, natural stones, river rocks, and many more.

What materials should you use to build a fire pit?

What should be used to build a solid backyard fire pit? Here are some proposals:

• concrete blocks and gravel base for the fire pit’s base,
• metal fire pit ring to make a nice finish of the fire pit (plastic edging is not recommended),
• fire brick (they are one of the best materials to build a fire pit),
• construction adhesive to attach and put all the materials together
• retaining wall blocks,

Tools important for building a diy fire pit

• work gloves, to protect your hands
• shovel, necessary to create a hole for the basis of your diy project,
• level, to check if everything is straight
• pencil, to mark your measures
• wheelbarrow, for the heavy materials

Steps how to make your diy project:

1. Choose a location

Choosing a proper spot for your fire pit is very important. The crucial thing is to pick a place that is located far from your house to keep safety standards. It should be at least 10 feet away. You don’t want to use an extinguisher.

2. Prepare the area

Choose the size of your diy fire pit and outline it.

3. Remove a turf

Use your shovel to dig into the ground. Choose the best depth for you because it will be an in-ground fire pit.

4. Add gravel

Add some gravel and spread it precisely on your fire pit base.

5. Harden the gravel

Tamp the paver base with your feet and check it with your level.

6. Make a first layer

Set the first layer of your blocks. It is gonna be a base for the fire bricks. You can optionally use spray paint to make it black (it will fit with the bricks).

7. Make a second layer with fire bricks

Use a construction adhesive, add it between the bricks, and Choose the amount of layers and height of your diy brick fire pit.

8. Finish your brick fire pit

Set the retaining wall blocks around the fire pit and apply a metal finish on the top of your diy fire pit.

9. Wait 12 hours until the construction adhesive will dry.

If you want to have solid fire pit for years, you have to wait a couple of hours until fire pit walls are well attached.

10. Enjoy your diy brick fire pit!

Invite your friends and family and organize an outdoor cooking! Make some roast marshmallows, hot dogs, and sausages.

Grilling safety tips

Of course, grilling involves interaction with fire. There is always a possibility that something will go wrong. You need to keep that in mind if you have your own fire pit. Here are some safety tips:

1. Keep your fire pit away from flammable materials

Fire is sometimes unpredictable and spreads very quickly. Things like wood, paper or dry leaves have to be kept away from the fire pit.

2. Have a fire extinguisher nearby

A small extinguisher in the fire pit area will definitely be enough to put out the fire pit in flames. Additionally, wear a fire-resistant gloves because of the high heat generated by the grill.

3. Always put out your grill when you done it

It is one of the most important things while grilling. When you finish, always put it out. Make sure several times before you leave your fire pit alone. Even a small fire can turn into a dangerous accident.

Before grilling always check local ordinances and local building codes.