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A unique paved fire pit area with built-in bench seating for a sloping block created with materials including rendered concrete, cobblestones and Pine sleepers.
This is a fire pit I made from scratch on a sloping block.
The backyard was incredibly overgrown, so a fair but of clearing was needed before I could start building.
Once cleared, I started cutting into the slope and levelling out the ground. The back of the firepit seat will also act as a retaining wall. I then used a whacker packer so I could start with a firm surface.
I then dug out the trenches which would be filled with concrete for the footings.
Once the bricks were laid I prepared the top slab with reinforcing mesh and the rods were drilled into the brickwork to prevent sinking.
Once the slab was set. I then finished the back rest and started rendering.
I didn't want to risk paint dripping on the new pavers, so I decided to paint the rendered brick first, before starting laying the pavers.
I placed down black plastic before a layer of paving sand. Then I started laying the cobblestones. The paving is laid on a gentle angle to allow water run off.
After filling the gaps with sand and cement, I sealed the pavers with two coats of sealer.
Finally, I inserted the metal fire pit bowl, put down the top soil around the edges, and sprinkled some grass seed to help the lawn grow.
I also added a heap of plants around the outside which should look great when they are established.
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Experienced Bunnings Workshop member Adam shows How to build a fire pit in this step-by-step guide with a full list of tools and materials required.
Community member Raymond created a fire pit entertaining area with seating and planter boxes.
Workshop member Tony made his bench seat with firewood storage for the fire pit area.
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Outstanding! 🤩 This is next-level fire-pit gathering space, with that curved James Bond retro-futuristic bench... Amazing.
Hey @Codey that is a big job with a stunning result that will look great for many years to come.
One to be proud of mate!
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