Circle Fire Pit Dimensions

How to build a fire pit 1.

Circle fire pit dimensions.

People don t congregate all the way around a fire pit so you don t typically need seating all the way around especially if the pit is smaller kalamian says. Lay out the blocks photo by kolin smith. Create the first tier of the fire pit by forming a circle alternating the large and mini bricks to create a pattern. Although a fire pit invites a gathering it s a loose gathering and you should keep this in mind as you re planning dimensions for your patio.

To adjust the size of the circle you may need to cut a block. For a square or rectangle fire pit temporarily lay out the first layer of concrete blocks for your design on the ground and check the layout for square. Fire pits are designed fixtures meant to contain a controlled fire and prevent it from spreading. Width smaller more intimate fire pits are around 3 feet wide.

Dry lay a ring of blocks on the fire pit site placing them end to end until you have a perfect circle positioned where you want the finished pit to be. Check the contents of your kit to see if additional materials are needed before assembling. If you frequently host lots of outdoor parties with many guests or want your pit to match an existing patio consider building a fire pit in ground with a paver surround. Our kit can be installed on grass on top of a gravel paver base or on top of a patio.

The diameter of the circle should be slightly larger than the outside dimensions of the fire pit ring you re preparing to build. If the circle is more than an inch or two uneven remove the higher bricks and dig out the dirt underneath until they re level with the rest. Often used to add warmth and ambiance in the backyard of a home or at a restaurant fire pits make for pleasant gathering spaces for multiple people to sit around. If your fire pit is too large the fire could easily get out of hand and guests will have difficulty conversing because the distance across the pit will require raised voices.

You can also design and build your own custom sized fire pit using rectangular retaining wall. Using a level make sure the bricks are relatively even all the way around. To choose the right fire pit design and layout to suit your entertaining needs think about how you will use your fire pit area long term. While larger fire pits suited for entertaining groups can be up to 6 feet wide.

Fire pits vary greatly from rudimentary pits dug into the earth to ornamental gas burning structures made of stone brick and metal.