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Looking for some assistance on proper materials and execution. My family owns property where we have a cabin. We currently have a fire pit, but it doesn’t have a ring or stones around it. It’s just an area in the ground about 3 feet in diameter, some brick/stone (yes, the kind that withstands the heat) to demarcate the area. I was looking to get them a ring about 5-6 feet in diameter, but they’re fairly expensive. Any thoughts on how I can make one, buy the materials and have someone do it, or should I just pay the full price and have it made for me? Thanks!
Photo from Fire Pit Screens to depict what I’m describing.
Galvanized gives no benefit. However.the tiny mount of zinc oxide produced would be no problem . I would suggest a local weld shop may have some stock to make you something. Material at least 1/8" ( 3 mm) thick if you want it to last awhile. Stainless steel is pretty common, either the magnetic ( like auto exhaust) or non-magnetic. Stainless would not need to be as thick. Try a local junk yard.Bolts would be much more practical than trying to rivet. If you could find it, short length cut from large pipe like 24" diameter. Or , the old stand-by, 55 gal drum , cut off a foot of drum.
I answered your question. 1 Steel is a better choice than galvanized for the reason you gave. 2 A weld is preferred to bolts. What is it you need help with cutting steel or, using a drill bit? Making a circle is easy. You also need fire rated paint if you don't want rust. I also gave other options, including purchase of one, that will not rust for a long time. It also has no risk of fumes. Grass removal is also key. I guess you need to be more specific.