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Hi there, here's a youtube video on how to make a simple and inexpensive fire pit! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcZHeSZlC6Q
There are lots of ways to build one. Here's a link to several shared by our Hometalkers:
https://www.hometalk.com/search/all?filter=firepit
There are many different ways to build a firepit. First is to decide whether you are going to pipe in natural gas or not.
It can be as simple as making a circle of stones! Just make sure it’s nicely away from overhead limbs of trees or electrical wires, etc.
Here's a good link on what can guide you:
https://www.diynetwork.com/how-to/outdoors/structures/building-a-backyard-fire-pit
There are lots of different ways to do this and I've seen a few on Hometalk. Try the search bar at the top left for "fire pit" and no doubt several great ideas will pop up.
This video may be helpful:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vmFUNIC3ZnQ
The gang at This Old House show you how to build a fire pit in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vmFUNIC3ZnQ
Here are some cool ideas https://blog.manomano.co.uk/12-easy-and-cheap-diy-fire-pit-ideas/
Before spending any money to build your fire pit, I would advise you to check first with your town/municipality office to learn what the bylaws are regarding fire pits on your property. Many areas do not permit them at all anymore due to the fire hazard.
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