Brick Fire Pit

[@jesseskelton1098]

I used this video and design (+ a few tweaks) to build a fire pit behind our house. It turned out fantastic, and I couldn’t be happier with the final product. Took a little longer than this video, but it looks great and will last for years. Thanks so much for the video and tutorial! I learned a ton building this and so happy I did!

[@SimonSaysDIY]

That is so awesome!! Thanks for letting me know! :)

[@scottH18370]

You can use a 50/50 mix of the muriatic acid and water to clean the extra mortar off your bricks if you want a cleaner look.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks!!!

[@ExessiveGK]

Muriatic acid even at a 50/50 mix over time eats away at the concrete its just a lower less potent form of "hydrochloric acid" why brick layers stop using it its been found to decay away concrete over time , muriatic acid is an aluminum cleaner for frigerated trucks and aluminum surfaces.

[@kma2032]

So after having the fire pit for a while have you had any issues with the mortar or bricks cracking or falling apart from the heat? Anything you would do different? Thanks

[@justinsnodgrass3408]

Concrete is stronger than brick and mortar so I wouldn’t have put concrete In between. Just me

[@brucemartini2288]

I can't wait to have my own pit!

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Good Luck!

[@amberjay5361]

I wish I found this video before I started my project. This is awesome!

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks!! :)

[@seans4474]

Great vid. When I do mine I think I'll add some iron pipe with an elbow connector to build the drain/air intakes right into the concrete pad

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! :)

[@amwartwork]

good acheivement. personally one thing ide have done to make the top layer cleaner (no cemet stains) is to have filled your mortor 3/4 way up, then made a dry pointing mix and then you wouldnt have had the overspill of mortor Was inspirin to watch.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! I appreciate the recommendations!

[@joshford2527]

Great video! It would be super helpful if you could create a list of materials and measurements for everything. In particular, how many bricks did you wind up using?

[@SimonSaysDIY]

I used 98 bricks but a few extra wouldn't be bad just incase. 3 - 80lb bags of mortar 11 - 60lb bags of concrete

[@curtiscbear]

@@squidsix-nine4868 how so?

[@wormwoodfive398]

I don't see squids reply ... probably removed;although, I'd rather read all comments to make my own conclusions

[@bmwrulesforeternity5218]

@@SimonSaysDIY One OPTION that can be added to this fire pit is to make a CONDUIT very similar to the PVC pipe ... but perhaps use a metal conduit instead .. for a PROPANE tank hose .. so that if there is ever a FIRE BAN in place by a municipality / local laws .. due to potential forest fire issuance .. then one can STILL use this fire pit DURING a campfire ban / open flame ban timeframe. This makes this fire pit EVEN more versatile ... Jus Sayin. (oh ... and the propane tank can be place several meters away with a longer hose attachment ...and this tank can even be made to be inset into the ground by building a mini- concrete silo to protect the tank, . .and then a lid put on this silo. Smart, eh ..?

[@rafaellima-rq2jk]

It’s amazing the only thing I will do right after it will be to grind a bit all around. That way the brick and the cement will have a nice finish and not so rough. But this video is by far 10/10 Bravo.

[@Foreverlovewill]

Thank you for the video I am going to try this idea

[@SimonSaysDIY]

You’re welcome 😊 good luck with yours!

[@Leopard_Lover]

I love the building inspection ♥️ hehe

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Haha Thanks! 😂

[@gawdzalien2811]

When I seen the Milwaukee I knew. I can trust this guy!

[@SimonSaysDIY]

haha Thanks! 😀

[@davidzeegers6583]

very cool build , any considerations for the cement to withstand the heat ?

[@SimonSaysDIY]

After a few years and many really hot bomb fires a few cracks have formed. It's still holding up really well but I would recommend filling the gap between the metal and the brick wall with sand. this would let the metal expand when hot and isolate the concrete from the heat. Thanks! 😄

[@BSTRONG-bx1vn]

You did a amazing job I like it! Thank you for letting us watch.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks so much! I appreciate it!

[@DIYinspiredLewisBrantner]

Wow! I love this. I must show my wife this.....

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! I’m happy to hear it.

[@Ryans.RSonIG]

Great, informative video! I will definitely be using this design for the fire pit I'm about to build!

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Glad it was helpful! good luck with yours! one thing I would maybe change, one of my viewers recommended filling the gap between the metal ring and the bricks with sand instead of concrete. this would better insulate the concrete and brick wall from the heat of the fire and last longer.

[@devintran3843]

Awesome job. Really love the look and function. Only thing I’d change would be to have less mortar spilling over and covering the nice red of the brick on the top of the bricks. At that point though, perhaps you just stop caring because you’re exhausted. 😂

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! good luck with yours :)

[@ritareilly8548]

Looks really great! I don't understand how try remove the PVC pipes. Thank you for sharing!!!

[@ritareilly8548]

I guess you said the PXC pipes just melt as they were just used to form the vents.

[@blades3o]

@@ritareilly8548 Hit them with a hammer from the inside a bit, they should losen up and then pull out.

[@ritareilly8548]

@@blades3o Thank you!!!

[@SimonSaysDIY]

@BigMW26 Thanks! That is exactly right.

[@chrishelmly6682]

I must say man I think you did a fine job!!!

[@TheMajik123]

Definitely going to be watching this during my fire pit project this weekend

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Awesome! Good luck with your project and I hope this video is helpful! :)

[@MidwestMotor]

Did you consider using like a tan color curved landscape stones for the top layer? I think the contrast of color and a different stone for the top would be cool.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

That would look really nice!

[@christopherpavlicas]

And easier!

[@davidelliott1099]

Can you update how this fire pit has held up over the past few years?

[@Christopher_the_Christ_bearer]

I bet it's holding up alright, the metal liner probably will give out before that brick ever does. I think I'd like slightly bigger air holes but looks like a decent job

[@sy73326]

So I'm curious why did you put the concrete base instead of just using dirt. It seems that would not necessitate cleaning or draining. Nice job.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! I was worried about the tree roots busting up the fire pit and wanted a good base to build off of. But you could always just put concrete around the sides and leave the middle dirt.

[@tonytony7165]

Η pvc σωλήνες που έβαλες θα λιώσουν από την θερμοκρασία. Όλα τα άλλα ήταν πολύ ωραία δουλειά. Μπράβο σου φίλε

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks!! 😊

[@benwillard6751]

Great work and great video!

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks so much!! 😀

[@alexgabriel5423]

Should there be a grill on top of the pit to keep meat or whatever from falling inside?

[@SimonSaysDIY]

That would be a great addition! 😁

[@1017208]

This is awesome, Thank you for the step by step method

[@SimonSaysDIY]

I’m glad you liked it! Thank you!

[@TS-yg3lv]

Thanks for sharing this wonderful video. Great backyard fireplace sir.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thank you! And thanks for watching!

[@alexfasce2524]

Can you put stone over this or the heat and other reasons won’t allow it? Thanks

[@GainsMarathon]

Awesome job. I see you built this on concrete and didn’t use any fire brick at bottom or paver sand, pebble rocks, etc. so will this eventually crack the concrete?

[@SimonSaysDIY]

It may slowly crumble over time but if your concerned you can leave sand in the bottom to insulate the concrete from the heat. Personally I’ll just leave a layer of ashes in the bottom to keep the heat from getting to the concrete. I have used it quite a few time and it has no noticeable damage yet.

[@GainsMarathon]

@@SimonSaysDIY from my understanding sand is not enough to keep the concrete from cracking. I’ve searched all over and you’re 1 of the first I’ve come across to build directly on regular concrete (not stamped) every article I’ve read said it’s highly discouraged to build fire pit on regular concrete.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

@@GainsMarathon I haven't had any issues yet but you could definitely get the same end product if you just pour a ring around the outside to lay the bricks on and leave the bottom open to avoid direct contact with concrete. Thanks!!

[@myreason8145]

@@SimonSaysDIY Yeah, even if the concrete slab cracks in the middle, continues to crack, spalls, and eventually pulverizes into dust, it would basically only be similar to having a fire on dirt at that point. It's doubtful it would ever cause the brick wall to fail prematurely. My only concern is the stories I read of exploding concrete. Still not sure how common/likely that is. Any fire balls w/ concrete shrapnel in the last 2 years?

[@prominence29]

i have silly quesitons (newbie).do you have to have the logs sit upright or can it be laid down? can twigs and branches be used? i have string lights, how high does the string lights have to be so it won't cause a fire? thanks in advance.

[@CarlosAlberto-me3hi]

Muito topo meus parabéns pelas ideias, que abriram na minha mente, vendo você fazer esta churrasqueira dr chão, ou simplesmente fogo de chão

[@robertsparks3518]

I know this is very late on the thread but I'm building this fire pit and my bricks as I'm stacking them and starting on the second layer The gap between each is wide at a v shape and the bricks aren't lining up to look round It's more jagged. I'm not sure where to go from here. I thought as I made the circle it would be round like yours but it is coming out as a very jagged circle. Any thoughts? If you get this soon I'd appreciate any comment or help.

[@thewalkingrob8840]

Sounds like the circle was too small

[@pedropereira8924]

Thanks for sharing!!!

[@tacobelle95]

I like the way this looks. It looks a bit rustic and that's what I want. I have old bricks and prefer the way they look to new. My question is, can I do this without the ring? What is the value of using the ring? When I was a child no one used a ring. Many just used rocks they dug out of their yard. If there's a specific reason to use it, I'll consider it. But it's a extra money and I'm trying to save.

[@dairebaxter1619]

I'm considering doing this, how long will it take, how much will it cost and do I need the metal ring and surrounding concrete

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! This took me a full Saturday and then a few more evenings through out the week. You could skip the metal ring as well as the surrounding concrete but it will not be as strong. If I did it again I would build the outside ring of bricks and then drop the ring in and pour sand in to fill the gap. I had the bricks left over from another project but i'm guessing it would take $150-200 or so depending on the type of bricks you choose.

[@dairebaxter1619]

@@SimonSaysDIY thanks, how much will it cost with just the bricks (estamate)

[@antoinetbd8016]

Pretty cool thx...I think I may use same technique but go deeper with less above ground height...because I will be mostly sitting in a chair

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Yeah, that would give you a lot more radiated heat from the pit as well. Thanks and good luck with your project! :)

[@oguzhanerturk6242]

doesnt the plastic pipes melt after start the fire??

[@SimonSaysDIY]

I removed it shortly after finishing the video. I wanted to make sure the concrete had cured fulling before hammering them out. I used a block of wood and hammer to lightly tap on the pipe and it came right out. You are probably correct though the plastic would probably melt and burn.

[@jesseskelton1098]

Can you give a ballpark estimate of how many brinks we used for this? Trying to figure out how many I should look to buy.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Sorry I didn't get back to you sooner! I used 98 bricks but a few extra wouldn't be bad just incase.

[@Christopher_the_Christ_bearer]

Will the concrete explode?

[@SimonSaysDIY]

I haven’t had any issues. I’ve had several hundred large files in this fire pit and there’s been not explosions. The concrete has cracked in a few places as it heats up and cools down but it has held up great. 👍🏻

[@cameronvitro8971]

I would fill the space between the ring and bricks with stones and just top 6" with concrete

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Yes, that is a better idea! Thanks for sharing. That would give room for expansion when the fire pit is hot.

[@supalaker13]

what company did you use for your mortar and sand? and what were the ratios? great video btw

[@esetacossill9740]

Excellent video thank you for sharing. 👍

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Your very welcome! I'm glad the video could be helpful :)

[@gazmartin50]

Gut video. Would like to build mine exactly like this. Question 1.how many bricks did you use. Think the rest I, ll mage, Thx alot. 👍👍👍

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! I don’t recall the number of bricks used. I believe I replied to a few comments with that number your looking for.

[@organogold8]

😂 job inspectors came out Great job!! Thank you 😊

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Haha yeah, thanks! :)

[@robertlittle5594]

Loved watching this! I have a similar plan, but am concerned and uninformed, not sure how to find out. I've been told that some masonry/concrete cement mix would warp or crack with heat. What did you use? I'm rewatching now to see if I can spot a bag. Is this a concern I should have? Excited to plant one in my own backyard! Thank you for sharing.

[@juanitamaharaj]

Mortar...Altho make sure you create more ventilation than this video!

[@cesarperez8580]

Way to go! I love it! What are the bricks measurements? Are all the bricks the same? Thanks

[@terrycureton2042]

For sure, you did a good job but, IMHO it's definitely overbuilt and shows more concrete than bricks. That's why most DIY fire pits use adhesive between the layers so it doesn't show. Nonetheless you get an "A" for brick laying and neatness.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! I have seen it done with using the adhesive but i'm not a big fan of it but it does seem like a great option to consider. :) Thanks for watching!

[@myreason8145]

I've tried both Fuze-It and Locktite max lock whatever (supposedly the strongest bond). Both become flexible over time, and particularly in hot weather, don't hold worth a crap. Now trying Gorilla Glue Clear Max with landscaping blocks on the outer, and will do a layer of red clay bricks with refractory mortar on the inner layer. We'll see how it goes.

[@thefletchlife7837]

Any special concrete? I thought fires can explode concrete?

[@ligmaballs2019]

what was your shopping list w quantity?

[@kostasaleks]

Great tutorial! Can you tell me what rim diameter did you use?

[@ebengardner2429]

Did u ever figure it out?

[@angswift1967]

How many bricks did you use?

[@garywaterman814]

Uum how do you replace the water trough you used as the inside liner when it wears out?

[@bmwrulesforeternity5218]

A good OPTION to add to this fire pit is to make a CONDUIT very similar to the PVC pipe ... but perhaps use a metal conduit instead .. for a PROPANE tank hose .. so that if there is ever a FIRE BAN in place by a municipality / local laws .. due to potential forest fire issuance .. then one can STILL use this fire pit DURING a campfire ban / open flame ban timeframe. This makes this fire pit EVEN more versatile ... Jus Sayin. (oh ... and the propane tank can be place several meters away with a longer hose attachment ...and this tank can even be made to be inset into the ground by building a mini- concrete silo to protect the tank, . .and then a lid put on this silo. Smart, eh ..?

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks for the tips!

[@paulrichter74]

What trowels were used for the project? I'm looking at doing this exact firepit in the spring.

[@jesusraygoza7386]

I'd personally use a diamond

[@KoiMan61]

Is it necessary to use high-heat mortar? That stuff is expensive. Great video. Thanks!

[@myreason8145]

I'd like to know this also. $66/bag at Menards for refractory mortar, but I stood there in the isle reading about exploding concrete so ultimately decided to buy the stuff.

[@preciousmetalhead8222]

Another awesome video. NEW SUB HERE Simon. I'll be purchasing some of your awesome merch as well. Your a good man. Keep building and keep the vids coming.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks so much!!! I appreciate it! 😄

[@LadyGoza]

Very beautiful. Does the heat radiate through the bricks, or does it just stay at the top and go up?

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! It would take awhile for the heat to make it through the concrete and bricks so it mostly just radiates from the top.

[@elainematthews0205]

Really nice! Btw, you forgot to remove the PVC from the bottom holes..

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! I forgot to take it out for the end of the video but with a bit of tapping with a hammer the PVC came right out :)

[@filipesheila4762]

Congrats! Maybe you could grinding with wire brush to remove the cement of the bricks. I'm pretty sure that you and your family's been enjoying amazing moments at the fire.

[@markpinther9296]

Where does one find bricks like that?

[@Divine_Knowing_3]

Brick store lol, google local brick companies

[@hilalilo79]

Well done brother really nice I will do exactly the same thank you

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Awesome! Glad to hear it!

[@cdviolinist]

Do you happen to know how many bricks it took to make this?

[@acidfuzzpedals9986]

Nice job. Did you use refractory cement between the brick and fire ring? Wondering if regular concrete will crack with heat/cool cycle?

[@patglenn7762]

Yes. It will break apart. Could be wrong, but I give it a couple of months. I did something similar using fire brick on the inside instead of a metal ring. I also used refractory cement. Filling the center (11:00) with concrete ensures heat transfer. This transfer will lead to the eventual failure due to the heat/cool cycle. Instead, leave this area OPEN and suspend your top circle of bricks (block it up during construction) with an air gap to allow for heat to escape. You should get a good 8 - 10 years before you need to repoint anything. Hope that helps.

[@donniemcdonald4592]

Has the heat of the fire done anything to the concrete?

[@SimonSaysDIY]

I’ve had only 3 or 4 fires in it so car and it had no damage so far! Thanks :)

[@hawghawg381]

Concrete exploded!

[@mertomari8368]

Love it! Where did you buy the metal circle?

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! I got it from Tractor Suppy,

[@josefinam729]

Thanks!!!👍🏻

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Very welcome! 😄

[@alejandrojimenez9640]

Great project! Why do you use the inner metal fire pit ? Are there any risks of cracks ?

[@tweakerkid]

Or rusting

[@calebsinger4892]

How much do you think this cost?

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Probably around $150-200

[@charlesmorris2701]

That sucker will last until the concrete explodes from intense heat!!! People be careful, when it blows it will go off like a cannon.

[@carlav2905]

i was thinking the same it happened with us before very dangerous

[@charlesmorris2701]

After the explosion I cleaned it out and repaired the concrete bottom. I love the fire pit so I invested in outside firebricks and it did it again, just not as bad this time. So, I cleaned it out again but this time filled in the damage smooth with pool sand. Also, welded a circular steel rebar grate together to provide a 3 inch airspace for the coals to cool to ash. Now, it works great….just wished I thought of the rebar grate before ever firing it up the first time. I’m very lucky….

[@saliente4444]

Great job bro

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! I appreciate it!

[@saliente4444]

I hope you never have to move it :)

[@daviddelprince4156]

thats the best fire pit yeat

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! I appreciate it!!!

[@Wakeup382]

nice. ran into some glitches. I'll be in touch. Quality work!

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thank you! Sounds good.

[@dredom9318]

how many bricks total?

[@csaiz8847]

Thank you for posting. My wifenis wanting me to build one. I will use your tips.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Awesome! thanks!!

[@samrodriguez9516]

At 10:07 he literally jumps straight up into the air and then at 10:08 he lands and teleports to the right side of the frame. WHAT MANNER OF WITCHCRAFT IS THIS?!

[@SimonSaysDIY]

haha! nice :)

[@cubanalibreenmichigan2890]

Hello,I have a question.I went to Home depot to buy the concret to build my firepit but the guy over there told I must not use concret for the bottom because can explote!😳 So,I'm really confuse because I saw a lot of videos and you almost always use concret at the bottom. So,what should I do?🤔 Thank you in advance if you can answer me.

[@ExessiveGK]

concrete can retain moisture in it and at high temps it can cause a grenade explosion that can be a serious problem, my suggestion would to make sure the concretec is dried thoroughly or don't concrete the center where the ring is going to be and use just gravel.

[@cubanalibreenmichigan2890]

@@ExessiveGK thank you so much! I'll do only with gravel yes.

[@ExessiveGK]

@@cubanalibreenmichigan2890 Your Welcome, another good example without a concrete pad is by the "bros build" just scale it down and take out bricks at the bottom ring for airflow. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXrbq4NuidOAm68

[@cubanalibreenmichigan2890]

@@ExessiveGK that sounds good,I think I'm going to do that one. Thank you again for taking the time and answer me. You have a new subscriber over here.🙏❤🙋

[@ExessiveGK]

@@cubanalibreenmichigan2890 TY and YW!

[@scottbeck289]

should have left the open space between brick and ring and put the holes at the top of the metal ring. make sure the ring is NOT galvanized.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks for the tips!

[@Aleks_83_]

Cool stuff man! Did you use a special "fire bricks" and cement or was it just regular?

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks!! I had some fire bricks left over from another project so I used them to build this. However, the concrete I used was just the normal bag mix you can get at a store. I don’t think much heat should make it to the bricks on the outside so I don’t think firebricks should be needed. The metal ring and cement should shield most of the heat.

[@danatcanyonlake583]

@@SimonSaysDIY It's too tall and you should use fire brick as the interior lining. That metal will eventually corrode. The air vents are a good idea.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

@@danatcanyonlake583 Thanks Dan! I appreciate the advice!

[@TeamQuigley]

So fire and pvc probably not the best idea as it produces toxic gases I get that you say you can knock it out but you are clearly having a fire with it still in place and kinda suspect it would not come out easily.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

I actually did remove it. I wanted to make sure the concrete had fully hardened before i removed them. It was a little stuck at first however with a block of wood and a soft taps with a hammer it slid right out. sorry i didn't cover that is the video, I needed to get the video edited pretty quickly. Thanks for the comment. I appreciate it!

[@marioramos5576]

Beautiful work, I will be definitely making this. How many bricks did you use, cement etc..

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! I'm glad my video could help. I don't know the number of bricks off the top of my head but i will count them when i get home tonight and let you know.

[@gregchapman6190]

Only problem when u use cement or mortar on a fire pit is ,it gets hot and it will crack ,u would have to use fire brick ,but it would still prob crack

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks!! I haven't had any issues yet but i'm sure over time the concrete will crumble and fall apart. But it may take awhile.

[@JamesIronSights]

How many bricks?

[@SimonSaysDIY]

I used 98 bricks but a few extra wouldn't be bad just incase.

[@cboug14]

Love it!!

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks!

[@CustomDesignzShop]

Amazing job!! 🫡 How many bricks did you have to use to accomplish you are fire pit?

[@FlorianSchatter]

I’m curious: did the foundation or the ring burst? Once me and some friends had a fire on an exposed-aggregate concrete slab and it literally exploded 😅 nice work! Looks pretty good 👍

[@purehitman24]

Probably an air pocket in there that you heated up

[@unholycritter3448]

Thanks

[@SimonSaysDIY]

👍🏻😁

[@clintshearer9131]

The cement all over the bricks looks a mess

[@openeyes-411]

Dude, nice job!👍 As I started watching, I thought someone *FINALLY* had the perfect smokeless fire pit build on YT! You considered what it seems most EVERYONE fails to address: air intake at the bottom - which is what fire craves! (And also doubles as cleanout & drainage!) 1st question tho: how badly did the outside crack from thermal expansion? It had nowhere to go... Here's how I would adjust the design to make it the perfect smokeless fire pit: #1. Drill the top perimeter of the ring with 1/2" dia holes spaced at about 2" centers, just below the top rib of the ring. (A quality step bit works well for this.) #2. *DON'T* fill the space between the ring and the brick with *ANYTHING* - this becomes a hot air chamber which will provide "secondary combustion" at the top of the fire... #3. As you did, provide the air intake to the interior & cover the pipes with morter - OR, just use pieces of steel pipe, and morter the gaps where they pass thru the bricks & ring, and leave in place permanently. #4. On a 60° offset, provide 3 more air inlets at the bottom that only go thru the bricks - providing air to the chamber between the ring & the bricks. #5. Adjust the size such that this air gap between the bricks & the ring is only 1-1/2" to 2" wide - this is plenty for expansion, but tight enough to get the proper hot air draft when in use. #6. This is mostly esthetic, but I would either lay the top bricks on their side, touching at the inside dia, and with a slight overhang over the ring - thus enhancing airflow at the top... Or better yet - just use the trapezoid cap stones made for the top! #7. After the inital burn (and the galvanized coating burns off the ring) clean & spray paint with high temp black - and marvel at the beauty of it!😁 P.S. Another awesome improvement would be to set the primary air intake (galvanized steel) pipes partially IN the concrete base - and/or allowing them to extend far enough inside to be able to top with an old BBQ cooking grate to keep the fire up & drafting PERFECTLY throughout the burn. I'm working on a similar build based on patio blocks & trapezoid retaining wall block, and wasn't planning on mortering the block - but I think you've INSPIRED ME!👍👍

[@jonnytassone7596]

When you do your jointing you should take a soft brush

[@normbograham]

You need to wet the bricks. Some of the bricks had moss on them. I'd clean that off.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Yeah they were very old bricks. I tried to scrape off the moss but must time I’ll try wetting them as well. Thanks! :)

[@Trip.C]

It's build to high , the wall does not provide heat for your whole lower body when sitting next to it , you would have been better off installing a hobo barrel at least the barrel is thin and will get you warm but your pit only burns ones face .. no hate just saying from exp sitting next to one

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Very true, I have noticed that. It has to me a large fire to get much heat from it at all.

[@thegr8tst]

you didn't take out the PVC piping

[@SimonSaysDIY]

I did but I forgot to show it on the video. A few light taps with a happier and it can right out. Thanks!

[@contentex1]

Looking nice, done cool, though.. there is no chance to water flow away after rain or snow storm.. There is no drainage.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! There is actually three holes on the bottom for the water to drain out. The three holes are for air flow as well. :)

[@ExessiveGK]

stock ring is what's it's called but don't forget to drill the holes at the top of the ring if you want less smoke.

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! I appreciate it!

[@mogulpro]

Next time right at the end take a wet sponge and clean off the mess on all the bricks... would look alot better.

[@gerardogranados4535]

Theres no need for wheelbarrow… Just dump it strait in the form Pvc pipe will melt whit heat Use metal pipes

[@christbhopper]

drill some holes around, near the top of the metal cylinder for a smokeless why don't ya

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks for the tip! :)

[@richardschneider4775]

work with a sponge and a brush

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Thanks! Is that to clean off the mortar from the bricks?

[@momorris1464]

Do you hold your nose when u make the voice over on the videos?

[@SimonSaysDIY]

Yes I definitely plug my nose while recording. :)