Building the fire pit step 8.
How to build a fire pit on top of a concrete patio.
We just had to let everything dry overnight before moving on to the building the fire pit.
Installing a fire pit is a diy project that can be configured for your yard s measurements.
Concrete provides a sturdy surface for placing a fire pit.
A concrete fire pit base prevents erosion and accidental excavation each time the fire pit receives a cleaning.
Place a level on top of the layer making sure it is level all the way around.
A wood burning fire pit makes a great outdoor gathering place for friends and family.
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.
With this simple installation you can place the fire pit on a concrete slab and be able to use it without worry of damaging the concrete.
How fire pits affect concrete let s start out by saying that concrete will not catch on fire on its own.
With this growing popularity comes the question of how a fire pit will affect the concrete it is installed on top of.
Determine where you want the fireplace on your patio.
Fire pits are usually 36 44 inches in diameter.
It will only burn if it is covered in something flammable i e lighter fluid gasoline or plastic.
To build the fire pit we picked out coordinating pavers that went well with the colors of the patio pavers.
The paver patio was nearly finished.
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.