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Creating a natural firepit is a simple process, though it does take some physical effort. Making this kind of firepit can be a nice family activity, and the perfect permanent addition to your favorite camping spot, or as a gathering point in your back yard. Imagine gathering around it for years to come on holidays like Halloween, family gatherings and cook-outs, parties and special occasions.
The first step is choosing a location for your fire pit. Keep in mind this will be a permanent fixture so place it carefully. It is suggested that you lay out a circle of stones just to get an idea of what the site will look like. Then mark the site so you get it right, you do not want to be going through the process twice.
Next the pit must be dug, this is one of the hardest parts of the process but, do not give up the pay off is tremendous. Share the work load, take turns with older children or your spouse.
Fill the pit half way with gravel. Drainage is important to the drying ability of the pit, no drainage and you have a puddle not a pit.
Now your ready for the first stone layer. Place your first stone on the upper ring and make it level, then place the next stone and level it. If leveling the stone is difficult you can use a rubber mallet to tamp them in place.
When your first layer is done you can move on to the second layer. For the second layer you must use some kind of adhesive like masonry adhesive. Work this layer as the last adding stones around and leveling. Work in small sections as the adhesive has a tendency to dry quickly.
Follow the second layers of stone in your firepit with a layer of gravel. This layer of gravel needs to be at least six inches thick. This layer helps insure the stability of the stone layers as you add the last two stone layers to your pit. The process for these layers are like the process for the second layer of stones. Start with the first stone, use the adhesive, work in small sections.
Place a steel fire ring for safety. Make it even with the top edge and fill in the gaps with gravel. Choose natural stones that you like the look of and arrange your top ring for the finishing touch.
Geoffrey F. Moore
Fire Pit
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