Building a fire pit may seem like complicated task for a common person, but it is much easier than you think. With following a few simple steps and following the local city rules, you can build your own outdoor fire pit in less than a day. These simple steps are written on the fire pit kit or you can browse online regarding what is the best method of constructing a fire pit at home. Some of these steps include:
1.First, pick a good spot over your backyard where you would like to enjoy your fire pit on an autumn evening. The exact location you choose is critical as a fire pit is susceptible to flammable objects and should be at least 6 ft from your patio.
2.To build a solid fire pit yourself, you need to have few supplies available like concrete wall stones, a gravel, mortar, adhesive, concrete bonding addictive, among other tools. With these tools, you fire pit project will be completed much more smoother and flawlessly.
3.Once you have chosen the spot, dig a hole underground of about 3 feet in diameter and 6-12 inches deep or length depending upon the size of the fire pit that you wish to build.
4.Use the tools at your disposal to compact the sides of the fire pit. Then line the outside edge of the pit with large stones until it forms the height of at least 2-5 feet for support. Try to line the sides as well as bottom.
5.The next step is to beautify the fire pit that you have built. You can try ringing the pit with natural flagstones or other decorative items that will go with the fire pit.
6.You can then use some dirt that you have dug out to layer the outside of the flagstone ring for further securing the area and fill any weak spots that might emerge.
7.At last, clear all the dirt, level the area with a tool, and get ready to enjoy your newly built firepit with a relaxing house party.
Besides these steps, you must also ensure that you have taken all the necessary permission from the state local government before you start building a fire pit in your backyard. In order to know more about fire pits and purchasing different types of fire pits online, log on to www.firepitsinc.com or call at 1-888-459-3329.
