Build A Concrete Fire Pit

A 3 ft diameter in ground fire pit creates enough room for a good fire yet keeps everyone close enough to chat and complies with most codes.

Build a concrete fire pit.

Building a concrete fire pit fire pits are a popular addition to any outdoor living area. One thing to keep in mind is that concrete does tend to crack when exposed to high temperatures. Installing a fire pit is a diy project that can be configured for your yard s measurements. Placing fire pits on concrete as opposed to grass or wood is the safest choice.

With concrete as a base a patio serves as an optional surface for the installation of a fire pit or you can pour a special concrete pad on which to place your fire pit. To make measuring the pit and pouring the concrete footing easy we used two cardboard concrete form tubes purchased from a concrete supply company. Luckily there are some steps you can take to prevent your fire pit from damaging your concrete. A concrete fire pit base prevents erosion and accidental excavation each time the fire pit receives a cleaning.

Other types of fire pits can be made using repurposed materials such as metal planters flower pots and even glass. With a sweet design and hard work this back yard comes to life with a concrete chic fire feature contractors attach the wood pieces to make the surrounding base of the fire pit. Try making a fire pit out of concrete to modernize your landscape décor with a functional entertainment element. This guide teaches you how to build a fire pit using concrete pavers or concrete blocks for a quick easy backyard upgrade that can be enjoyed in any season.

Concrete provides a sturdy surface for placing a fire pit.