Line the fire pit with fire bricks according to this diagram. Fire bricks can withstand high temperatures and help build and maintain heat.

Step 10

Mix and pour the concrete foundation layer about 3½ inches thick. Make sure concrete fills all corners and let this layer cure for about 20 hours. Use a 2-by-4 on the bottom to make judging this thickness easier.

Step 11

Mix the mortar and put down a layer within the outside of the inner formwork. Lay fire bricks one at a time vertically against the formwork.

Step 12

Mix and pour more concrete on top of the firebricks. Let cure for about 20 hours.


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