Concrete is made up entirely of non combustible materials this lack of flammability makes it the perfect base for a fire pit.
Building a patio fire pit on concrete.
Use a compass and piece of chalk to mark a circle on the concrete measuring 3 feet in diameter.
However the concrete can begin to spall and crack due to the heat of the flames.
If you are building a fire pit with stones or pavers then the pit will be permanent so the installation should be considered more carefully.
Fire pits are usually 36 44 inches in diameter.
What concrete will do is expand when exposed to high temperatures this could potentially cause cracking.
Scoop up a.
We started by applying a layer of mortar on the bottom of the first layer of pavers so they stuck to the patio.
When it s on concrete you can rest assured that your fire pit will be safer from structural damage and deformities and your property will be safer from accidental fires.
Determine where you want the fireplace on your patio.
To build the fire pit we picked out coordinating pavers that went well with the colors of the patio pavers.
We did this all the way around.
Use fire rated bricks cut to fit the inside of the pit.
How to build a fire pit on concrete step 1.
We used rapid set mortar mix to apply between each paver.
It can be easier to remove any ash left behind from fires.
Placing a fire pit on concrete is a safe alternative.
Lay a row of wall block stones in a circle in the approximate size and shape of your fire pit on top of your paver patio.
The benefits of placing your fire pit on concrete.
The good news is that this cracking can be prevented with a little bit of forethought.
Place the dry ready mix mortar in a wheelbarrow add the package recommended amount of water and stir thoroughly.
Concrete makes for a safe and stable foundation for a fire pit that can t catch fire.