With the outdoors becoming more and more popular, the demand for more space for activities, storage, and heating is also increasing. The past few years have seen an increase in the amount of outdoor space being developed, and with that comes an increase in the variety of outdoor fireplace designs and installation options available. If you’re looking for the best way how to build an outdoor fireplace, then this article is for you. We’ll take you through the different options you have, how you can pick the best for your home, and how to build an outdoor fireplace that’s also safe and healthy for you.
What is An Outdoor Fireplace?
An outdoor fireplace is any device that adds fire to the ground or a structure that’s located above it. It can be built at home, in business, or in an outdoor spot. An outdoor fireplace is different from a fireplace in the house in that it’s an internal combustion device, so you can’t use firewood or other natural materials.
Locate The Outdoor Fireplace
The best way to find the perfect outdoor fireplace is to investigate the available options and price points online. If you’re looking for the most expensive option, start with the most expensive option available.
Clear and Level The Area for The Pad in Build an Outdoor Fireplace
Before you begin construction, clear the area for the firepit and select the safe and level surface for your firepit. Ideally, it should be level and flat. Once you’ve selected where you want the fire pit to sit, clear any obstacles that may stand in the way and line up with the firepit’s features.
Build The Fireplace for Outdoor
Once you’ve selected the type of fireplace you’ll make, begin building the fireplace. The fireplace is the outermost layer of wooden charcoal that you will put inside your fireplace. You’ll use these layers to cook your food and keep the hot air from flowing out. To build the fireplace, you’ll need to:
– Place the wooden charcoal inside the fireplace.
– Place the wood boxes to store the charcoal in.
– Layout all the necessary pieces to create the fireplace.
Pour The fireplace Concrete for the Outdoor
Once you’ve built the fireplace, fill it with solidified carbon and drystone salt to create solid concrete for the building. Drystone salt is made from loose, sandy soil and is used for creating cemeteries and for marking boundaries.
– Place the finished fireplace in the backyard where it’s easily visible and accessible for anyone who might want to build a fire.
Lay The Fireplace’s Wood Box
After you’ve filled the fireplace with drystone salt and topped it off with concrete block, the next step is to lay the fireplace’s wood box. The wood box is the final layer of wooden charcoal that you will put inside your fireplace. You’ll use these layers to cook your food and keep the hot air from flowing out. To build the wood box, you’ll need to:
– Place the wooden charcoal inside the fireplace.
– Place the wood boxes to store the charcoal in.
– Layout all the necessary pieces to create the wood box.
Create The Lintel of an Outdoor Fireplace
Once you’ve completed the construction of the outdoor fireplace, it’s time to turn the finished product into something more than just a pile of charred sticks. You’ll need to turn the wooden frame into a durable, long-term fireplace.
The finish will last for years and help prevent your outdoor fireplace from burning down. Then, you’ll need to turn it into a truly portable fireplace.
You’ll need to:
– Place a piece of lintel or tiered roofing around the outside of your fireplace.
– Place a shingle or other roofing material around the fireplace.
– Add the chimney caps to the roof.
– Place a fiber optic cable between the fireplace and the house.
Lay The Hearth Blocks
A small fire pit can be an effective small space fireplace, but a fire pit built larger and/or with more features requires the addition of more pieces. To build the firepit, you’ll need to:
- This firepit will be made of planks, logs, and cork. You’ll use these materials to build a mobile firebox.
- Build the mobile firebox from the cork and planks you’ve acquired in the build-out process.
- Place the two logs you plan to use as the firebox at the base of the firepits.
- Place a layer of vine leaves at the base of the firepits to add a wintery aspect to the firebox.
Build The FireWall
Building a portable fireplace requires more than just laying the wooden logs, cork, and fibers for a portable firebox. The firewall must be designed to keep the heat inside the fireplace, prevent the cold from escaping, and keep the flames from flaming out.
Add The Chimney Caps
Chimney caps are a necessity for outdoor fireplace systems. They help to contain the hot air from the ground and keep it inside the fireplace. To add the chimney caps to your outdoor fireplace, you’ll need to:
– Place the two logs you plan to use as the firebox at the base of the firepits.
– Place a layer of vine leaves at the base of the firepits to add a wintery aspect to the firebox.
– Add the necessary items to make the firebox mobile.
Lay The Veneer Stone
Before you even get started planning your outdoor kitchen fireplace, you need to lay the veneer stone for your fireplace. This will make the entire fireplace floor surface smooth and easy to cut. If you’re using a stone that’s not available in a regular color, you can use a darker veneer or even a pattern. When laying the stone, make sure to account for the weather (i.e. if it’s going to be out in the elements or if you’re going to use it for a fireplace that stays inside the home). The type of stone you choose will depend on several things, such as the level of rainfall you want for your outdoor fireplace, the type of soil being used, and the type of fireplace you want.
Final Thought
We really recommend using a type of fireplace that uses wood that’s easy to grow. Not only is it more efficient to use, but it’s also easier to clean up after. You can consider this kind of fireplace an essential.
If you’re not sure where to start, we recommend starting with this simple and easy-to-build DIY project. It’s a great way to get started laying the veneer stone for your outdoor fireplace.