How to mount a pre built fire pit on dirt??

Hi John, in the event the very weight of the fire pit isn't enough to keep it in place there are a couple of options to help. I would dig a few inches deep hole the size of the pit to put it in. Also, you could drive a couple of steel posts down to just a few inches above dirt level right inside of the pit so they won't be an eye sore but will keep it in place.

I think it might depend on what kind of fire pit you've got. Either try the search bar at the top left to see how other Hometalkers did it or try a Google search.

Hi John, depending on the type of firepit you have, I think it would be best to place it on some cement blocks or sidewalk blocks, this is partly to keep peat fires from occurring as well as keeping you firepit level. However, if the firepit has a bottom, this is not as necessary. Is it a metal ring, or an entire metal pit, or are there blocks that you need to put together, use sand as a leveler, and place blocks on the sand.

This gets into some detail:

https://www.dirtconnections.com/build-diy-fire-pit-using-fill-dirt/

Here's a video that might help https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DN0HXWuIXqg

You will need to level the area. Then put a fire proof base down. Depending on your terrain and requirements, you can use fire brick like in a fireplace or some other type of stone. Make sure to keep that level as well. Then you can put the fire pit there. If you use the fire brick, you can anchor by drilling with a masonry bit. If you use loose stone, then stake directly into the ground.

Two ways

https://www.hometalk.com/diy/outdoor/fireplace/fire-pit-upgrade-for-under-25-36859637

https://www.hometalk.com/diy/build/fire-pits/build-a-fire-pit-4803512

Bunch of ideas

https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=fire%20pit

Hello. Here is a link: https://www.hometalk.com/diy/build/fire-pits/how-to-build-a-diy-fire-pit-no-matter-your-budget-or-skill-level-40563405

Dig into the dirt at least a foot down and be sure the dirt is dry and compacted to prevent any slippage of the fire pit unit. It is not a bad idea to get a metal ring to support it and prevent fire from spreading. You can reinforce the bottom with sand and put steel posts to stabilize it further. Surround the area with stones or pavers.

Also be sure to follow any local ordinances...such as distance away from buildings, overhanging branches, check them out. Safety first.

here is some info John

https://www.lowes.com/n/how-to/how-to-build-a-fire-pit-ring