Also, those rocks look brutal. I'd cover them with chips & dust which settles into a permeable, flat surface that you can easily walk on barefoot. Answer from Human31415926 on reddit.com
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The Home Depot
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How to Make a Fire Pit - The Home Depot
September 7, 2023 - The bottom of your fire pit needs an inflammable surface for safety. Add gravel on top of the compacted dirt to create a base for your fire pit. Pour a generous amount of crushed gravel paver base into the hole so your finished base will be approximately 5 inches thick.
Did I Build My DIY Paver Fire Pit Right for a Smokeless Burn?
Also, those rocks look brutal. I'd cover them with chips & dust which settles into a permeable, flat surface that you can easily walk on barefoot. More on reddit.com
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March 12, 2025Did I Build My DIY Paver Fire Pit Right for a Smokeless Burn?
For a smokeless burn, you *don't* want fresh/cool air intake near the top. You want the fresh/cool air intake at the base, so that by the time the air reaches the holes, it is hot enough to reignite the unspent fuel (smoke). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqF4-zG0W3o I think you can fix it by taking out the bricks that prop up the metal ring above the pavers. More on reddit.com
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January 14, 2025Patio Paver and Firepit Build - Can't use it for a party due to storms so I wanted attention here
Well done! I love the honesty. One thing that deters me is how easy and simple every DIY project is made to seem and I always seem to struggle on every step. It turned out really well, hopefully didn't take too many hours. Just missing the fire shot. More on reddit.com
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Or you can get a metal insert. We have a similar set up and I bought a metal insert. No issues with exploding bricks. More on reddit.com
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November 4, 2023Videos
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Instructables
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DIY Fire Pit and Seating Area : 15 Steps (with Pictures) - Instructables
April 30, 2021 - For this fire pit I used the RumbleStone pavers from Home Depot. I decided to make it 4 courses high.
Life on Shady Lane
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DIY patio with grass between pavers and a fire pit!
February 23, 2023 - We kept our string line 3 inches ... us in leveling our paver base. ... Step three: tamp your paver base down with a steel tamper and then mark your fire pit out with spray paint....
Lawn Care Forum
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Fire Pit made out of pavers??????? | Lawn Care Forum
May 25, 2003 - Do not make a fire pit out of concrete pavers. It is not safe. They will pop and throw pieces of concrete everywhere when heated. You would need to line the inside of the pit with fire brick or some other refractory material.
This Old House
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How To Build a Round Patio With a Fire Pit
Lay out the first course of fire pit pavers in the patio center.
Published May 6, 2025
Left Coast Pavers
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How To Build A Fire Pit With Pavers: DIY Paver Patio Firepit Guide — Left Coast Pavers
September 30, 2025 - Each layer needs 12 stones around the fire pit ring. Check Alignment: Ensure each paver is aligned with the others. Adjust as needed for a uniform look. Secure the Pavers: Press each stone firmly into the sand. This helps them stay in place. Add More Pavers: Continue placing stones until the first layer is complete. Make sure there are no gaps. Inspect the Base: Walk around the pavers to check for stability. Make any necessary adjustments. This first layer is crucial for building a strong and lasting fire pit.
Keeping it Simple
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How to Build a DIY Fire Pit for Only $60 - Keeping it Simple
August 14, 2020 - We used some pavers that were square and some that were kind of a triangle shape, they fit nicely with the square ones. They were are Home Depot too and were around $.68 each. We ended up with 24 of the squares one and 8 of the triangles ones. We laid them down onto the ground in the fire pit in a pattern that filled the circle as best as we could.
The Home Depot
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Installing a Paver Patio and Fire Pit From the Ground Up - The Home Depot
August 21, 2024 - First, we laid out the bottom pavers, then used construction adhesive to adhere the next two levels of pavers. We decided to center the fire pit in the middle of the patio to maximize the amount of seating we could get around it.
Reddit
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r/landscaping on Reddit: Did I Build My DIY Paver Fire Pit Right for a Smokeless Burn?
March 12, 2025 -
I just built a DIY paver fire pit and want to make sure I did it right, especially if I’m aiming for a smokeless setup. It’s about half in-ground and half above, with three layers of 3.5” tall pavers. I’m planning to add a 1” or 2” topper, and then a steel insert that rests on top of that, leaving about a 0.5”-1” gap between the ring and the paver wall. For the base, I have a 2 sq. ft. limestone stepper block with two bags of lava rock going on top.
I also left two gaps at ground level for airflow, but I’m not sure if they’re too big or just right. Another thing I’m debating is whether I should mortar-seal the inside wall or leave it as is.
Does this sound like a solid setup for a smokeless burn? Should I be making any adjustments to improve performance? Appreciate any advice from those who’ve built similar pits!
Tylynn M
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$50 DIY Fire Pit | Tylynn M
April 20, 2020 - I dug the fire pit area out and ... moved at all, so it seems to have worked! Once you have a solid, level surface for your fire pit, lay out the first level of pavers....
Reddit
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r/DIY on Reddit: Did I Build My DIY Paver Fire Pit Right for a Smokeless Burn?
January 14, 2025 -
I just built a DIY paver fire pit and want to make sure I did it right, especially if I’m aiming for a smokeless setup. It’s about half in-ground and half above, with three layers of 3.5” tall pavers. I’m planning to add a 1” or 2” topper, and then a steel insert that rests on top of that, leaving about a 0.5”-1” gap between the ring and the paver wall. For the base, I have a 2 sq. ft. limestone stepper block with two bags of lava rock going on top.
I also left two gaps at ground level for airflow, but I’m not sure if they’re too big or just right. Another thing I’m debating is whether I should mortar-seal the inside wall or leave it as is.
Does this sound like a solid setup for a smokeless burn? Should I be making any adjustments to improve performance? Appreciate any advice from those who’ve built similar pits!
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For a smokeless burn, you *don't* want fresh/cool air intake near the top. You want the fresh/cool air intake at the base, so that by the time the air reaches the holes, it is hot enough to reignite the unspent fuel (smoke). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqF4-zG0W3o I think you can fix it by taking out the bricks that prop up the metal ring above the pavers.
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May I suggest you put a layer of small rounded river rock over the gravel? It will make it look so much better and feel better under your feet.
Quora
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Can I put a fire pit (with a liner) on top of a paver patio? Will the heat damage the pavers? - Quora
Answer (1 of 3): It depends on a few variables. The heat release rate of the fire in the pit and the materials the pavers are made of. There is a common misconception that some fires burn “hotter” than others. And while there are some exceptions, flame temperature in non piloted combustion ...
Bunnings Workshop
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Fire pit area with pavers and stones | Bunnings Workshop community
August 4, 2023 - Then we levelled the ground for a final time, used landscaping sand as a base for the pavers and used salt-and-pepper stones to finish it off. It's a great little entertainment area all year round.
Hearth.com
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Help with fire pit on top of pavers | Hearth.com Forums Home
April 26, 2014 - Mu fire pit sits on top of a 3 X 3 group of 18" pavers with a bunch of rocks around the 4 sides. I burn some pretty intense fires given the size and some of the stuff I've gotten rid of (old decks etc). Clean out the ash in the spring right down to the pavers, never seen one crack yet.
The Spruce
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26 DIY Fire Pit Ideas and Plans for Any Style and Budget
March 11, 2025 - This fire pit from Keeping It Simple can be built in a few hours using retaining wall blocks, sand, and pavers. It's great for DIY beginners because it does not require grout, mortar, or concrete, making it a perfect starter masonry project.
Better Homes & Gardens
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How to Make an Easy Firepit from Pavers
October 4, 2025 - Fill the pit with 6 inches of gravel. Rake smooth and tamp after each load to make a solid base. Then spread a layer of course sand over the gravel, tamp, and check that it's level. These 10 Firepit Seating Ideas Will Make Your Outdoor Space Cozy
Fix This Build That
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How to Build a DIY Stone Fire Pit | FixThisBuildThat
May 9, 2025 - We may do that in the future but for now we decided to just add a ring of gravel around the stone fire pit. I started by laying a few 3.5 inch wide pavers on the outside of my temporary fire pit.
Western Interlock
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How to Build a Circle Paver Patio & Stone Fire Pit | DIY
May 16, 2025 - Pluck out the center in our first ring with a paver puller. Then, lay your Chateau fire pit, which has a 50” outside diameter, right on top of the second ring, and then glue it to your pavers for stability. We’re going to build this one to about 16” tall.
The Turquoise Home
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DIY Fire Pit Area with Pea Gravel - The Turquoise Home
May 12, 2024 - Here’s how we created the perfect s’more-making space in our backyard. This is such an easy DIY project with such a huge benefit for family enjoyment! ... Pavers or other border material for the exterior edge.