How to Build a DIY Cinder Block Fire Pit for Cheap

How to Build a DIY Cinder Block Fire Pit for Cheap

For the third episode of Vermonting with Jan Welch, I tear down and rebuild the cinder block fire pit I built three years ago to burn trees and brush from the woods. This pit has seen nearly 100 significant burns in its lifetime. Between the extreme heat of the fires combined with the frigid cold of Northern Vermont, the cinder blocks have crumbled into decay. Follow me as I deconstruct and build a new cinder block fire pit to continue our weekly burns.

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[ryanskeen]

I first watched this video like a year ago, I just came back now to watch it again. About to head to Lowe’s now to get blocks and build this in my back yard!

[Guillermo_Dinero]

Building this now as gift! This is a great video. Thanks for sharing. ✌🏿

[goldfishninja]

Can’t wait to build mine tomorrow just waiting for my blocks to get delivered

[Themarriageguardians]

Nice Fire pit! I think we will try to build one similar to yours.

[rahimsaafir]

really nice video - thanks for sharing

[salemkid]

I built one about 2 years ago, still going strong, no cracks, i even painted it.

[pchelloo]

Good job! I would like to have one built in my backyard too.

[carlaheavenlygarmentsunlim]

What kind of retaining wall caps are you putting on those cinder blocks? Will those withstand alot if heat?

[benicio]

It’s easier to do it quick and in two or three years just throw it together again. It’s a lot of labor for older people or individuals with really bad backs.

[jacobrodriguez]

Would I have to get in touch with the state to see if u can build this in my back yard

[sherrycorrill]

Looks like a great project!! How did u dispose of the broken cinder blocks?

[bsd]

If you mortared it and poured concrete or sand in the holes or just filled it with dirt, wouldn't it last longer?

[stevenbower]

Take it from an old man. The problem everyone experiences with crumbling blocks is because the blocks are not "cinder" blocks" they are concrete blocks. Back in the day cinder blocks were made to withstand heat. When concrete came on the scene that's when flue liners became necessary because concrete blocks can't withstand the heat. I don't think anyone manufactures a true cinder block.

[mjnailsweet]

Are the caps necessary to put on top of the cinder blocks?

[theemeraldfox]

Should have used solid concrete blocks, will last for many years!

[eddiel]

All you did was lay cinders. You eyballed it and never leveled it. You didn't put firebrick inside nor did you cement them in, so in a year or two you'll need to disassemble and do it again. Take your time, do it right the first time and you won't have to replace like this guy had to.

[Tuvaale]

Seriously!!! I built a better one 30 years back. Without any manmade material other than an axe and a shovel.