How to Make a Concrete Fire Feature (page 3 of 3)
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Here's How To Do It:
- Step 1: Grade Area page 1
- Step 2: Build Concrete Exterior Form page 1
- Step 3: Build Concrete Interior Form page 1
- Step 4: Add Reinforcement page 2
- Step 5: Add Wire Mesh or Matting page 2
- Step 6: Pour Concrete page 2
- Step 7: Strip Forms page 2
- Step 8: Add Finishing Touches to Concrete Frame current page
- Step 9: Fill with Gravel current page
- Step 10: Set Bowl in Place current page
- Step 11: Add Decorative Rock current page
Step 8: Add Finishing Touches to Concrete Frame
Add a thin layer of mortar along the outside of the frame to add a smooth finish (Image 1). If desired, cut pieces of slate to fit the top of the frame and mortar in place (Image 2).
Step 9: Fill with Gravel
Add gravel about three quarters of the way full, so the top of the fire bowl will be flush with the top of the concrete frame.
Step 10: Set Bowl in Place
Add or subtract gravel accordingly to bring the bowl to the correct height.
Step 11: Add Decorative Rock
Add a large cobble, such as Mexican pebble, along the outsides of the bowl until only the top rim of the bowl is exposed.
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