Build The Coolest Backyard Fire Pit in Under 10 Minutes - NO TOOLS REQUIRED!

[@husbandhood]

If you want to be extra safe with your firepit then line the bottom rows with fire bricks! You can get fire bricks here: amzn.to/3rfE7TG The smaller the fire pit the fewer fire bricks you will need.

[@JustinSmith-kz2kq]

Thank you!

[@ckfab475]

Really like the look of this. Be warned though that if you do this with standard brick and not true fire brick you could be asking for disaster. Standard concrete brick will basically explode if they get too hot. Anyone who has ever used a torch close to concrete will know what I am talking about. Just be aware. Google it.

[@husbandhood]

You are correct. Fire bricks are the best to use as they are the safest. The next up are old red clay bricks since they can withstand high temperatures. The ones I used are concrete bricks which are not porous. It seems that those are not the best to use for fear of exploding however i really make simple campfires and only the edges of the bricks are exposed. It would require high heat and constant exposure to present a threat. In my design the edges are touching the flames and thats about it. Not enough to be a risk.

[@1980Baldeagle]

The bricks don't "explode" I've been making fire pits, kilns and such for years. Bricks or blocks can Crack. Rocks can kind of explode....loud pop. If you use bricks or block be smart. If it's damp, small fire, gradually dry out and increase size. Let the moisture slowly come out. Also make the pit plenty big so the bricks aren't so close to the fire. Don't build crazy over sized fires in your pit.

[@ckfab475]

@@Jamman610 Concrete including pavers are very porous and holds water. That's whatmakes them hazardous when high heats are exposed to them. It's the steam pressure trying to escape

[@ckfab475]

@@1980Baldeagle Problem is that most people will not be wise enough to know this. I still like the concept but just want people to be aware

[@fauxque5057]

​@@Jamman610I used the concrete pavers from Lowes. The face is textured and the front is wider than the back. When a dozen are put down they make a perfect circle. Because of the taper from front to back. It's hard to explain but that's also not why I'm commenting. After about the first year all of the pavers started to crack in half and fell apart. I ended up scrapping that pit and I poured a concrete square pit and lined the center with fire brick and covered the outside with a veneer stone. The stone is thin sliced and you just stick it to the outside with mortar. It's lasted 6 years now and still looks great

[@DamonTrader]

I submit that this is the reason KZbin exists.Thanks,I'm building one today but with a grate after 1st layer to cook on.

[@husbandhood]

Sounds great! We used an oven grate the first time I made the firepit cause a regular BBQ grate was too small.

[@brocklanders6011]

How did it go, is it good to cook on

[@judywilson5183]

I would humbly recommend that you put the grate in at a higher level so you don’t have so much direct flame. Even if you use a Dutch oven, a higher grate will allow for a larger fire when needed. Hope you love it!

[@margenewman9543]

​@husbandhood where can I buy an oven grate?

[@stevenazzz]

same this is a bad ass looking design !!!

[@Freedom-Fries]

When he said 'no talking' and then just kept talking...it was just like the scene in Caddyshack where Ty is telling Danny to be the ball and does the same exact thing. This is your "zone" man. Subscribed!

[@husbandhood]

Caddyshack! A classic!! Ah the good 'ol days

[@Kate98755]

i thought the same thing, he kept talking, which slowed him down

[@mrsynister666]

I use an old rim from an 18 wheeler surrounded by bricks. Has good airflow and steel grating in the center to hold wood. Works great.

[@mwdaniel]

same

[@mariannpaton3480]

LOVE this! Thanks so much for sharing!!! I am a visual learner so it was very helpful to see it done in real time. Thank you!!

[@husbandhood]

you are welcome. I'm also a visual learner.

[@jont.1895]

Just did this yesterday and it turned out great. I used regular small bricks so it was a bit fiddly but not hard. Great idea. Great video. Easy.

[@shawnwoodman9420]

Love this video! So honest and perfectly imperfect! Nice fire pit brother!

[@angie2017]

I took a shot every time he said no talking and that's the most beautiful pile of Bricks I've sever eeeen 🥴

[@billconserva1461]

Two VERY Important things to include!!! 1 st..............The Foundation MUST be Perfectly level, use crushed stone for at least a 2 inch thick base for setting the starter, first course of brick. The higher you stack bricks, the more Important that will become This is particularly important in Rainy and Freeze areas of the country. 2nd........ The first 2 courses need to have an Air Gap between ALL the bricks. That is how you Feed the Fire with Oxygen and get a far less Smokey fire.

[@husbandhood]

Two great points! thank you

[@monkeybarmonkeyman]

Yes indeed... especially the 2nd - makes it function a bit like a rocket stove 🙂

[@crazyprayingmantis5596]

Bingo 👌

[@sascotttx5145]

You beat me to it. Too many times combustion air is an after thought.

[@tinatomassetti4507]

How do put the air gap on the first two rows? I love this fire pit, I want to build one.

[@funky-landscaper]

We’ll done, This is really cool! & bonus points for not having any leftover screws or washers ☝️

[@danielmart7940]

Excellent build. I camp a lot on my farm and have multiple sites. Usually I overthink firepits, plus they don't draw air as well as yours. I think I will build mine as an elongated oval to hold longer logs and give more front radiance. I also might include a grill across the layers towards the top.

[@Lewisusa11]

I am doing the elongated oval. My first course was 34 Bricks. I am at 100 and on my 4th x course (about 1/4 of the way). I will start half courses with #5

[@catalhuyuk7]

I was going to start counting how many times you said fire pit but was mesmerized by the building of said fire pit. Love it ♥️🇨🇦

[@budmartin8297]

I have one of these too. I copied a photo off of google, but I kept to the photo with 18 bricks to the ring. I was impressed with how well it performs as a fire ring, radiating the heat back off the tall wall. It also breathes really well with all the gaps letting the air get to the bottom of the fire. Toss in a few dried pine cones with some split pine and you can light it with a match... I actually use my propane torch from the workshop because, why not?

[@pamelalindahl8535]

Thank u sooo much! Just built one today with my leftover bricks. Looks awesome! We need to wait a bit to break it in cuz of fire restrictions right now. I live in Sweden btw. 🎉

[@ThatVeryArtGal]

Nice. Personally, I would rake aways all that dry grass and put down some sand or soil. The dry grass is making me really nervous.

[@JamesJones-cx5pk]

Thats super sweet. Thats safer than a circle pit if you have kids around. I could see myself cooking some steaks right now and drinking a Margarita.👍

[@carolynbodnar2334]

I think that’s a great fire pit and nice to look at.

[@husbandhood]

Thank you!

[@bettyc.parker-young1437]

I love it! Thank you. I would make mine larger but not as high. I have plans.😊👍 I have been putting off my plans to find the right one. This is perfect. 😊👍❤️

[@robertcong-leton3275]

Great design, beautifully executed: the genius is in the details. Cheers, mate!!

[@husbandhood]

Thank You!

[@jumplinjake]

6:11 "As a perfectionist, I like to waste my time with stupidity. That's how we are, unfortunately." ROFL. That hit way too close to home.

[@Freedom37854]

Leave some spaces on the lower levels to let air into the fire. This will reduce the smoke levels.

[@milliebanks7209]

I gotta do me one! Love it. I subscribed and gave a thumbs up! Well done!

[@marthabradas8873]

o my goodness, I love this!!! I needed some outside interest in my yard, this should do it! Thank you!

[@matthewfurst1577]

Great fire pit and just loved your commentary. Keep up the great work.

[@gracec1665]

It's beautiful! Thank you for sharing.

[@Bassmaster1256]

I've had a fire pit like this for 5 years now.

[@allkindsofoutdooractivities]

Really cool! Nice quick concise and great build

[@deanbarr5740]

Youve inspired me, so I subscribed. Thanks for sharing. When my metal firepit ring needs replacing, which it will be sooner than later I'm gonna do this. Thank you sir.

[@d-v-cez9152]

Simple is better! Love it! ❤️

[@jeanaanderson7042]

I love this! I am definitely going to be getting some fire bricks!!

[@PROTHRASHER]

LOVE THIS, SO SIMPLE AND INEXPENSIVE, YOU DID A GREAT JOB, WE'RE ALL PERFECTIONISTIC TO SOME DEGREE IN DIFFERENT THINGS WE DO, SOME IT'S A MENTAL DISORDER CALLED OCD, OTHERS IT'S JUST BUILDING THINGS THAT LOOK PROFESSIONAL AND BUILT THE RIGHT WAY ❤

[@husbandhood]

Thank you!!

[@Elizabeth-tb5wh]

Omg this is brilliant! LOVE it! 👍🏼❤️

[@onabenford6497]

So easy peasy! And beautiful work as well TY ❤

[@juhajuntunen7866]

Clever! If some briks crack, this is super easy to repair!

[@christopherhenry8061]

That was really good 🏆

[@herbertvanrensburg6411]

I would leave a little space between the bricks for ventilation purposes

[@husbandhood]

Yes I agree. I am rebuilding the pit again and will try that.

[@philtucker1224]

Very very nice! I like it! 👍😎

[@ssmouse77]

Well, that's an excellent idea. I love it. Thank you for this video.

[@davidtesler]

Wow. Amazing video.

[@husbandhood]

Thank you Mr. Tesler! We should hang out sometimes.

[@socalrunningback]

I’m going to subscribe just off of your realness and dad sense of humor!! Lmfao don’t get me wrong the fire pit idea is great but you my friend made the video(no pun intended).

[@husbandhood]

Thank you! I really appreciate it. Happy you enjoyed!

[@hudatolah]

I did it as you shared. Looks great! Thank you

[@3joliesphotography861]

This was pretty cool going to try it

[@PROTHRASHER]

"NO TALKING, JUST STACKING" KEEPS TALKING ABOUT NOT TALKING ANYMORE AND JUST STACKING 😂😂

[@husbandhood]

I know right!

[@SaraSmile70]

I love the name of your channel! 😍

[@hey_jorge]

KInda late to the show here but awesome video. educational and a slight bit of humor. I laughed when its "ok no talking " and well good stuff. Hey keep talking and keep making videos

[@husbandhood]

Thanks. It takes so much time. I really need to.

[@62Cristoforo]

Stack a couple or three old used tires to use as a form when placing the bricks. Perfectionists tip: Be sure to remove tires before lighting fire

[@pureblood7240]

Nice! I’m going to give it a shot!

[@realbrandonb]

I’m gonna do this forsure, so easy and so cool

[@tourguidechuck]

That was incredible! I'm wondering how to add a rack for grilling!

[@husbandhood]

add larger cinder blocks to the other side and balance the grate that way. or remove the layers.

[@TheRoboxatron]

That is impressive mate!

[@RonD1217]

Ill be doing this this weekend thanks you

[@sherreeroper7656]

Hey, that did look easy😮.this winter, I think I'll build one.

[@charlotteryner6583]

Dude, where have you been all my life!

[@dangerdoberman]

That's a fire pit! WOW!

[@topgun2877]

Great vid, subscribed to see what you will create in the future.

[@paulisawinsong8224]

Great!!! Looks great!

[@cswan1541]

Wow ! I just salvaged some bricks tomorrow’s project!

[@rronmar]

Cool design, please mow and water that grass back a bit before you start a grass fire:)

[@richardporter7814]

I TYVM for this, I will be including this concept into our idea for our back triangle. I appreciate the motivation behind this. PEACE and Happy SUMMER>.....

[@michaelfredt573]

Great video. Thanks

[@TheWestlandgirl]

Perfect for lakeside property with the back toward the water for wind blocking.

[@charlotterivera-mx1lg]

Wow that's a really nice fire pit very nice 👍

[@hands2hearts-seeds2feedamu83]

@everyone This is an amazing idea. I am going ti have ti try this. Got a few more ideas for what else they would be good for.

[@richardvila3]

Beautiful

[@husbandhood]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@davethompson9776]

I like the tall, dry grass. Nice touch.

[@shaneburns4349]

super simple. This is the way!

[@Doug-o9y]

Great design! I'm doing this!

[@bornagainbornagain6697]

very nice very easy thank you very much

[@josephbifulco]

Like the idea, you made it seem very easy… might try a gravel base…cheers!

[@hyperactivists9390]

great project useful to know. nice looking roo!

[@astratiger1]

Very nice and simple.

[@husbandhood]

Thank you! 😊 the best part is that it could easily be taken down and set aside for times when you dont need it or need the space for something else.

[@terryhuffman7037]

cool nicely done

[@janbrewington7771]

Absolutely love this

[@anthonypierre2094]

This is awesome! I'm doing this!

[@kelicajohnston9990]

I like this fire pit.

[@wendyburston3132]

Looking good

[@Dandeb19]

Love it thank you

[@Murph_.]

That's pretty nice. Thanks for sharing

[@maineiacts]

Awesome Share Sir!! Thank You!!!👍👍👍🙋‍♀️😉

[@Bailey3333]

very cool and easy, thank you

[@GurnBograt1986]

It does look cool!

[@AronDuff]

very good my friend ive been looking for an idea for building a forge for blacksmithing. you gave me some good ideas

[@husbandhood]

Glad I could help. Blacksmith eh?

[@iditarod4081]

I think this must be in my newsfeed cuz I did a fire last night with a buddy. Somehow Google must have picked up on the sound of the fire or keywords between my friend and I. I used to have a brick fire pit now we just throw all the brush and boxes into the middle of an old house foundation. What a weird your California got all the rain and reservoirs overflowing and here in the Midwest it's the worst drought in my lifetime. My hobby farm is high up on the hill and legend has it that before I bought it the previous owner let a fire get out of control and burnt down the countryside and they had to create a fire line to save a housing community nearby. Last night and every night I do a fire there's some guy with a pickup truck that parks a thousand feet away and watches us all night. Creepy I know but the neighbors are paranoid. It was pretty windy all day but we had our first rain in two months. Nice video that's a 👍 good design if I rebuild one some year.

[@debbyshoemaker8784]

The ""no talking" sure was nice! ;)

[@440a]

I guess I missed the part with "No Talking"!! LOL! Very neat idea for a non-permanent fire pit.

[@funky-landscaper]

4:07 I wish I could say this every time my wife asked me wtf are you into now???? 😆😆😆😆

[@pamelaeverett2087]

Nice! I'd like to do this.

[@howardchambers9679]

A magical staircase for children!

[@MadDogSurvival]

Pretty cool 👍🏻👍🏻😎

[@husbandhood]

Thanks! I saw the design somewhere online ie the thumbnail but there wasnt any description that went with it. So i just counted the bricks and recreated the photo but in a slightly smaller scale.

[@ahilbilyredneksopinion]

Way ta go...showed the wife,now she is after about 1,000 bricks....wants a new fire pit,and wants me ta surround the planters and sutchlike in the same fashion.......shoot....

[@jeffsnyder2051]

thanks bro , cool!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@husbandhood]

Thank you for the comment!

[@robertwild4971]

Never build direct on ground, fire can spread under ground, particularly if in a wood, a raised bed is best, in fill base with gravel. But this is a cool looking pit and a good use of some old bricks if you have some

[@Sctronic209]

Very nice.

[@larrylipshitz9430]

Says he’s gonna stop talking and just get on with it , proceeds to keep on talking 😂

[@husbandhood]

I know right! I cant seem to stop talking at times. Wife hates it.

[@modernfossil8866]

Are you not going to talk about the elephant in the room😂, it appears to be many acres of dry grass 2 feet from an open pit

[@husbandhood]

That is true. But when I built it and used it the area was much greener and very moist in the evening when we had the fire. I moved it since then further away from the dry weeds etc

[@Riksermon123]

Absolutely brilliant...🤩x

[@janellepiazza1148]

Love it !!thank you!

[@husbandhood]

Glad you like it!

[@willcool713]

I think, were I to do this, I would start with a small galvanized washtub in the center (or something similar), with big holes around the edge at the base. (I might even cut the base out and just prop it up on bricks, because the ashes and rain will rust the bottom out pretty fast anyway.) Then when I build the first layer of bricks, I'll leave air gaps between them and an inch or three stand off from the washtub. The next two layers I'd tighten up, but still leave a narrow gap between the bricks and the tub. Then about halfway up the back, I might do another row with air gaps. And then I'd do two peaks at the top with a short "V" between them. I think that would achieve the smokeless afterburner effect well. And the notch at the top should marginally increase the chimney effect. Although, the higher row with gaps in the bricks may be unnecessary. I might try this with plain clay or mud bricks, too. That might make a fun camp craft, maybe leave a decent fire pit when I'm out boondocking at a hunter's camp or just some nice spot with lots of good mud.

[@RobJaskiewicz]

Have a picture to show us, especially the “v”?

[@willcool713]

@@RobJaskiewicz I will be sure to take some. But it will be some time.

[@jayrpyne7067]

Perfectionist. One who is doomed to failure.