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Can I build a fire pit on an existing concrete patio?
By admin | August 13, 2008
outdoor cook asked:
I am bricking over my concrete patio and wondering if I can make a fire pit at the same time. I am thinking of using concrete bricks. Is there anything specific that I need to know? Like, should I lay something on the bottom?
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I am bricking over my concrete patio and wondering if I can make a fire pit at the same time. I am thinking of using concrete bricks. Is there anything specific that I need to know? Like, should I lay something on the bottom?
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6 Responses to “Can I build a fire pit on an existing concrete patio?”
August 19th, 2008 at 8:14 pm
When concrete gets really hot, it tends to EXPLODE. I would not recommend it as a base for a fire pit.
August 20th, 2008 at 8:45 pm
u don’t have to build a firepit. if u go to a home improvement store, they have firepits that u can assemble. that wasy u don’t have to buy it. all u have to do is put it in a good spot…lite a fire and u r ready to go.
August 23rd, 2008 at 6:40 pm
Use a layer of refractory brick. Fire on concrete could cause popping and explosions. The concrete won’t hold up.
August 25th, 2008 at 4:19 am
Yeah you can, conrete and the brick should be heat resistant. It might be worth checking if there are any water or gas pipes underneath.
August 27th, 2008 at 8:06 pm
i think u can.
September 4th, 2008 at 4:34 am
No problem at all. YOu might want to line the bottom with either flag stone or brick..but fires like this are not that hot. I wouldn’t worry about it that much. If you really want to do it up good, go to lumber yard and get Fire Brick to line the bottom. (used in fire places). Build up the sides by setting field stone or whatever. Mortar in place, allow mortar to set about 28 days before firing up.