Diy Fire Pit Base
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.
Diy fire pit base. But for stability the base of the wall must be buried below ground in a hole lined with gravel providing drainage and protecting against frost heaves in winter. Fire pits are strictly governed by local building codes. See fire pit ideas for instructions and design inspiration. Installing a fire pit is a diy project that can be configured for your yard s measurements.
A wood burning fire pit makes a great outdoor gathering place for friends and family. Some codes require the pit to be encircled by a border of sand or gravel. Our circular fire pit is about 2 tall x 5 total diameter and a 3 interior diameter. You can also design and build your own custom sized fire pit using rectangular retaining wall blocks or set the fire pit in ground.
The style and shape of a fire pit can vary. Our kit can be installed on grass on top of a gravel paver base or on top of a patio. Using blocks of a different style can also change the look of your fire pit. Rectangular blocks make it easy to adjust the layout to a size that works well for your design.