Thanks to its fireproof qualities decomposed granite is the perfect fire pit material.
Crushed granite fire pit area.
Constructed of stone the pit is situated on a stone patio and encircled by wood chairs with small tables for drinks or food.
Remove grass from the patio area using a shovel or gas powered turf cutter.
Decomposed granite is a safe alternative for fire pits.
Spread about 2 inches of crushed stone mixed with sand over the area then smooth it out with a rake.
Instead build a fire pit using decomposed granite.
Decomposed granite sand or pea gravel.
But you should still use your fire pit responsibly.
An gravel patio fire pit serves as an attractive addition to any backyard.
Crushed stone and paver sand checking to make sure each layer is level.
You could get away with a couple of bags but we chose to make a 14 foot diameter circle around the fire pit.
Plan to install your fire pit on a patch of level ground in an open area of the yard that s at least 15 feet from other.
68 12 in l x 4 in h limestone basic retaining wall block 1 98 each from lowe s this will give you a 4 foot in diameter from outer edge to outer edge by 12 to 16 inches tall pit.
Fire pits are chic and provide an extra landscaping element and backyard activity rolled into one.
Don t position fire pits in hazard prone zones with unfavorable winds.
Guessing is rarely a good solution to such dilemmas when undertaking a big project so let s look at a relatively simple way to figure out the correct amount.
In this video this old house landscape contractor roger cook builds beautiful circular patio that features a chill chasing fire pit.
Whether it may be for a grown up chitchat or bonding with kids over roasting marshmallows it becomes a favorite place for the family.
Create an outdoor living area with a fire pit cozy seating or play area.
Transform your backyard with one of these pea gravel patio ideas.
Crushed stone is a material that is typically used as a base or underlayment upon which the stuff that actually shows for example the concrete of a patio will rest.
In addition to an outdoor kitchen bar dining area living room semi private spa trees and planting beds the landscape design firm created a cozy fire pit area in a corner of the yard.
Materials used in our diy fire pit.