DIY paved firepit area with built-in seating

[Codey]

This is a firepit I made from scratch on a sloping block.

Materials

Render 

Cobble stones

Sealer

Concrete

Mortar

Reinforcing mesh/rod

Paint

Sand

Black plastic

Render trim

Treated pine sleepers

Ag pipe

Tools

Steps

Step 1

The back yard 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.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

[Ross1]

Your fire pit is amazing. I too have a slope in my garden area and have been struggling with different ideas on what to do. I recently cleared away the grass put down plastic and was planning to just put in small rocks because decking is expensive. But I'm blown away how perfect this would look in my area. Do you offer your services by any chance? 

[JacobZ]

Hi @Ross1,

A warm welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community and thank you for your question.

Allow me to tag @Codey so he is notified of your kind words.

As we are an Australia and New Zealand-wide service, due to geography it is unlikely he will be able to assist, but if you'd like some advice on your topic, I'm sure our members would be happy to help.

You might like to start your own discussion with some photos of the area and some basic plans so our members can offer their assistance.

If you'd like some assistance with this, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Jacob

[Codey]

Hey @Ross1,

Thanks so much for your feedback. I'm glad you like it.

Unfortunately, I'm just a humble DIYer working on my own home whenever I can find a spare moment. But if you have any questions, I'm happy to answer them if I can.

Codey