Building Concrete Fire Pit

Getting started on building an in ground fire pit.

Building concrete fire pit.

Concrete provides a sturdy surface for placing a fire pit. Step 15 use a float to level out the surface and let concrete sit for another half hour. Of course it reduces construction time if you build the pit on an existing concrete slab. Use a straight piece of wood to screed the top and let concrete sit for half an hour.

This isn t a difficult project but it s time consuming and labor intensive. Typically a diy concrete fire pit project will require marking paint or chalk tape measure shovel level pointing sand general. Advice from a masonry pro. A concrete fire pit base prevents erosion and accidental excavation each time the fire pit receives a cleaning.

This modern concrete fire pit can be built over a single weekend and is a great centerpiece for outdoor entertaining. He s seen the popularity of fire pits but it s possible to create a diy fire pit. Concrete fireplaces and fire pits should be constructe. Intermountain concrete specialties can help you decide the best products and tools for your concrete project.

Doug montzka of montkza concrete masonry in st. 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. I started getting requests for brick fire pits a few. Step 16 finish the concrete by using a steel trowel.

Homemade modern diy concrete fire pit. With a sweet design and hard work this backyard comes to life with a concrete chic fire feature contractors luse a level and hammer to construct the outside square base of the fire pit area. Tools materials and concrete accessories will vary depending on the type of fire pit you re building.