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Do you enjoy having friends and family over to hang out in your backyard? Do you miss those good times in the spring and fall when it is just a bit too chilly to spend the evening outdoors? By building an outdoor wood burning fireplace you can bring all the warmth and comfort of summer to any evening gathering. Building an outdoor fireplace is a lot easier than you might think. There are just a few tips you should follow when doing so.
First, make sure that the location you select is far enough away from your house as well as any trees in your yard. While the area will be somewhat protected by design, you do not want to take any chances of a gust of wind causing a fire by spreading ash.
So settle on your location and remove any brush and grass in the area. Smooth out the ground to prepare the surface for building. You will start by laying your pavers in the design you have chosen. This will serve as the foundation for the outdoor fireplace. Next you should pick up a 55 gallon drum or something similar for the fire. You can find a used one at a salvage yard if you are trying not to spend any additional money. If you go with a used or recycled option, make sure that the item has been cleaned thoroughly so that any toxic materials are removed.
Dig the pit to place the drum in. Once you have set the drum it is time to continue stacking your pavers around the drum. You can find complete outdoor fireplace plans in your local hardware store that will walk you through the process step-by-step.
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