How to Make a DIY Fire Pit from Steel

How to Make a DIY Fire Pit from Steel | Welding Projects

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How to build a DIY Steel Fire Pit. I welded this fire pit together from ⅛” steel plate and ⅛” square tube. It was my first time welding a full metal project and cutting this much steel at once. I learned a lot about metalworking and came out with a sweet portable DIY fire pit. It’s perfect for taking to tailgate or just a backyard firepit that won’t take up a permanent spot. #firepit #metalworking #welding
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@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

Let me know what metalworking projects you'd like to see me take on next! And don't forget to SUBSCRIBE! kzfaq.info

@traviso2038 5 жыл бұрын

Link to plans?? Measurements more specifically

@ginesrodriguez8570 5 жыл бұрын

Great Job! You made it look so easy!!

@dennisg1251 4 жыл бұрын

So did you put that metal cutting blade into a normal circular saw? not a metal cutting circular saw?

@jrnixon2562 4 жыл бұрын

Exactly what I'm looking to build. Question: is there anything you can spray, coat, or imbue the metal with that would 1) protect it from the elements, and 2) still be food-safe (for searing steaks and such!)?

@ryanWildflower 3 жыл бұрын

Thought you said you would have plans available for this?

@woutervermaak9007 5 жыл бұрын

Adding some carry handles when its “hot” would be a nice value add.

@modustrial 5 жыл бұрын

loved this one. Simple yet elegant....perfect for a tailgate or backyard BBQ.

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

thanks, Mike! If this isn't the definition of modustrial I don't know what is :)

@modustrial 5 жыл бұрын

@@Fixthisbuildthat It say it gets the Modustrial look spot on!

@DIYBuilds 5 жыл бұрын

It's a trapezoid... Thanks to the NHL for teaching me that :P

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

Dangit, I knew it!

@davidknight2591 5 жыл бұрын

Nice Job, build a workbench from 2" or 2 1/2" SQ x 3/16' wall Tube with 3/8 or 1/2" Top Plate 4' sq or 3' x 4' & bolt vise to it

@emostorm7 3 жыл бұрын

That welder you used with an "entry-level price point" lol. It's obvious, at a grand, we have different definitions on "entry level". 😊

@wilborth5th 2 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing

@jake-mv5oi 2 жыл бұрын

The Titanium 125 at harbor freight is a good entry level machine at $180-200.

@krigdon93 2 жыл бұрын

My entry level is a amico 160 stick/ tig. $150 and so far so good. Burn 3/32 7018’s and 1/16 6013’s and 3/32 309’s. Rarely use 1/8 as I don’t typically work with over 1/4” steel

@piercemckinney6907 2 жыл бұрын

It’s a good investment if you know your going to get further into welding but I do agree that this is a high price for “entry level”

@dancahill8199 2 жыл бұрын

@@krigdon93 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@ModernBuilds 5 жыл бұрын

This is so awesome!! Your welding projects are 🔥🔥

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

thanks, brother! I got some Maker Ranch vibes going on this one

@bengman95 3 жыл бұрын

Great project! I respect you for being vulnerable and showing us where you went wrong or made mistakes.

@Fixthisbuildthat 3 жыл бұрын

thank you!

@omarfarsha5886 5 жыл бұрын

That is a project to pick as your first. I love building things with my everlast equipment. Nothing quite like building things out of steel.

@ZeroCoolOO7 4 жыл бұрын

I've been doing woodworking as a hobbyist for about 4 years now and have been thinking about incorporating metal. This was a great project to get me motivated! Thanks for the video!

@brightest07 5 жыл бұрын

Just started the Podcast, thanks for all the knowledge!

@mikepears8063 4 жыл бұрын

I have recently started to have in interest in metal working and I really appreciate videos like this that show how the beginner can get started without needing a ton of fancy tools. Keep up the great work, and thank you for sharing.

@PneumaticAddict 5 жыл бұрын

I LOVE those steel demon blades! I can't live without them now

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

they are the bomb!

@MakeSomething 5 жыл бұрын

Brad that is a beautiful design! I need to check out those blades!!

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, David! Definitely went for some mid century inspiration.

@luisolivier1467 5 жыл бұрын

Muy buen trabajo. 👍.. Saludos desde Argentina !!

@ManCrafting 5 жыл бұрын

I’ll have to give those blades a try. The fire pit looks 🔥🔥🔥

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

thanks, Chad! If you have a slow speed saw the 14" one is a MUST. So much better than an abrasive saw

@JonnyBuilds 5 жыл бұрын

En Fuego!

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

thanks, brother!

@SouthernStyleDIY 5 жыл бұрын

Love this! Great project to incorporate welding into the arsenal

@jipplejapple3347 5 жыл бұрын

Pretty cool. Now I know what i'm using some of the scrap metal at work for. I'd love to see you build an outdoor cooler or something.

@tekviper9 5 жыл бұрын

This is a simple and elegant design !This will be my first welding project once I buy my welder! Thanks for sharing !

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

have fun with it!

@diyhuntress 5 жыл бұрын

This 🔥 pit is absolute 🔥. Nice job, my dude!

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Sam! 💪💪

@BruceAUlrich 5 жыл бұрын

The portability of it is a nice touch!

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

thanks, Bruce! I could come up aces at tailgates!

@randonloebsolvingproblems4421 Жыл бұрын

Used your design for the bowl of my firepit, but did a "remix" of the base. Thanks for a great video.

@TheAussiePirate 5 жыл бұрын

I discovered the Diablo steel demon blades a year or two ago. They are *the* best steel cutting blades on the market.

@ToolShow 5 жыл бұрын

That Diablo Blade is insane. Great Vid!

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

yeah, it's pretty sweet!

@AlanSextonVT 5 жыл бұрын

I can imagine (know everything except how to constructively teach) experienced welders will come along and hate on you, but as a novice I give you huge props for your brass. Some guys tend to forget that this is exactly how we all learn. Nicely done, and Thank you, Brad.

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

thanks, Alan. I always go in with a good dose of self deprecation to keep things honest :)

@marting.7564 5 жыл бұрын

Pretty cool. That turned out great. 👍🏽

@michaelvegas107 4 жыл бұрын

What a super-hunk! 💪🏽

@CrafterMaker 5 жыл бұрын

Came out great! Simple and awesome. 🤗

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

thanks!

@rodrigosmirelli311 5 жыл бұрын

Congratulation my friend.

@eltee9547 5 жыл бұрын

Just an awesome build as always. I'd love to see you build a bbq grill either from a 55 gal drum or similar steel sheets you used for the fire pit. I just enjoy watching your videos. I always learn something new. Cheers!

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

A new BBQ is a great idea!

@hassanal-mosawi6049 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that, well done!

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

thanks, Hassan!

@workshop_edits 5 жыл бұрын

I really dig this. It's so simple in the cuts but the final piece has a nice modern complexity to it. I'm very very interested in making something like this and actually have the equipment but am hesitant to pull the trigger not knowing how it might stand up to the elements. I'd love if it you'd post an end of summer instagram update to show how it held up...maybe? Cheers brad.

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

If you finished it with a high temp paint it would probably hold up nicely

@aristotelisfotiadis6944 4 жыл бұрын

Love the way you work

@karen2864 5 жыл бұрын

Great first metal work. Well done.x

@jaylenbeckles1248 3 жыл бұрын

this project is awsome you really inspired me.

@kaycox5555 5 жыл бұрын

GREAT IDEA

@dwight9045 4 жыл бұрын

I loved the firepit

@Kkuts37 5 жыл бұрын

This is GREAT!!

@jbkhan1135 2 жыл бұрын

Really cool project! I might try this sometime! Thanks for sharing!

@basuramanya 5 жыл бұрын

Nice simple project. I like it.

@DarinBeard 5 жыл бұрын

very cool. Great video, too.

@nickyoung6431 5 жыл бұрын

Love it!

@aronbechiom565 3 жыл бұрын

Just found my first "learn to weld by myself" project... !... Thanks

@slwjenks 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome brad, you’re very creative and your work is excellent!

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

thank you!

@mattb6986 5 жыл бұрын

This is such a great project! I love the portability!

@X3WorkshopDesigns 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! I heard Bob talking about this on the Making It podcast. It came out great Brad! I really like the design.

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@caelegape114 3 жыл бұрын

Isso é um aquecedor?!

@MH-qq3kj 5 жыл бұрын

As with all your builds, Brad, great stuff!

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

thanks, Mark!

@Goose8219 5 жыл бұрын

I like it. I do a lot of traveling for work and it’s good throw down grilled. I would add horse shoes as handles. I’ve built some before but lil bigger and heavy. That style is perfect no stack required Perfect for grilling. Awesome job brother

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

the legs act as a decent handle, but horseshoes would be a nice country flare

@philliprowland2161 5 жыл бұрын

Loved this Brad!

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

thanks, Phillip!

@johntheloft 5 жыл бұрын

enjoyed that - nice video - thank you.

@wes-yt 4 жыл бұрын

Your Fire Pit Looks Awesome! 👍🏽

@griffmade 5 жыл бұрын

bravo!

@DIYFixMan 4 жыл бұрын

Well done dude, you have golden hands and will continue to make interesting videos

@lurker_king44 Жыл бұрын

I like this, I don't onow if it would be possible, or if you will even see this, but could you give me the measurements for the finished project? The length of the finished leg peices, the lengths of each trapezoid, and so on? I would like to do this one as a project.

@sorankurdi1414 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome!!

@FredMcIntyre 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome work Brad! 😃👍🏻🔥👊🏻

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

thank you, Fred! 👍💪

@jhonyfordchannel8747 4 жыл бұрын

Nice job, I love

@fergalflynn3688 5 жыл бұрын

Nicely done Brad! 👌🏻 you nailed it! Pun intended!

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

😀

@christofix 5 жыл бұрын

Nice design! Its good you showed us how not to cut and told us how you should cut. Thats a great tip

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, no need to repeat my errors

@christofix 5 жыл бұрын

@@Fixthisbuildthat I think that is the beauty on our community, we can learn from each other trough our videos. Well done man!

@jasonmonn8646 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome job 😁

@douglasharley2440 5 жыл бұрын

dope build...as always! great channel.

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

thanks, Douglas!

@ZetaReticulli1 4 жыл бұрын

I'll take 2, thanks

@markhandy3805 3 жыл бұрын

I've been watching you for awhile you do some good work on the welding I use a pencil from an art store it's a metallic silver

@PenaltyBoxWoodshop 5 жыл бұрын

Nice metal project! Fire pits are expensive so this is a great DIY

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, no doubt, Jesse. This is only like $50 in metal, if that.

@PenaltyBoxWoodshop 5 жыл бұрын

Fix This Build That Perfect!

@IEnjoyCreatingVideos 5 жыл бұрын

Nice job Friend! Thanks for sharing the video.👌👍😎JP

@user-wp6by6zo1v 4 жыл бұрын

مشاءالله عمل جميل جداً 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🌹🇸🇦🇸🇦🇸🇦🌹🌹

@johantyllstrom1986 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. More of this, maybe a bbq side table...

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

thanks!

@lendaryreviews 4 жыл бұрын

Cool. Very cool.

@aandrissotim2012 Жыл бұрын

Great work! Should’ve done handles too tho

@jamese8595 5 жыл бұрын

Cool, well done. I lo e your style

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

thanks, James!

@Brian-mc4pd 4 жыл бұрын

When welding the sides of the pit, does it matter if you weld on the inside or the outside? I’ve watched several videos and it is split down the middle - some weld on outside and some weld on inside. Does it matter or is it for looks?

@theimprovementsguy8871 Жыл бұрын

Nice. Build mate.

@cameronhoward5210 5 жыл бұрын

Could I get a cutting list please

@jasonbabila6006 4 жыл бұрын

New subscriber here and I enjoyed watching this video, I like the idea and simple design of the fire pit, I used to make fire pits out of 1/4” steel, heavy yes but it lasted well over 5 years

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub 👍

@MikeTheMaker1 5 жыл бұрын

I’ve never seen a circ saw cut steel. I’m impressed.

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

Pretty cool, huh!

@MikeTheMaker1 5 жыл бұрын

Fix This Build That hell yea bro. Good sponsor congrats.

@sttm1283 5 жыл бұрын

i only have experience of a corded grinder. how well does thas cordless work? when welding u use shielding gas?

@Fixthisbuildthat 4 жыл бұрын

Cordless is pretty good and yes I use shielded

@cadyncook497 2 жыл бұрын

Hey man I was just wondering for my future of welding how much you would sell that for? How much did you put into it?

@daddyboss907 4 жыл бұрын

Did you make that fume extractor

@smellyhippi 2 жыл бұрын

What type of respirator did you use and did you use it while grinding and welding?

@ernestonevarez1276 3 жыл бұрын

You should really try to use a bandsaw to cut metal. It works really well. But you also have to learn how to use it a little. It works like a charm

@gibberish0002 Жыл бұрын

Cool thing man!

@artesemacoserralheria3570 3 жыл бұрын

good morning i liked your work. would you like to purchase a machine and cutting disc seated like the one you are using has a link to purchase?

@hectorbaez3295 3 жыл бұрын

Did you get any warping after use

@donheckman8352 Жыл бұрын

Planning on making this fire pit... Is there a list of material you used, and best recommended blades for seven and a half in skill and a four and a half inch angle I'll be using a yeswelder mig 205ds-b welder

@josemunoz4150 4 жыл бұрын

Great job! Thow

@kevintheis739 Жыл бұрын

I use bulldog shears 💪💪👍 that's what real tinknockers do 👍👍💪💪😊

@fernandomarrufo8782 3 жыл бұрын

If you don't mind me asking, what were the measurements of the trapezoids and the big rectangle? Also how much of the square tubing was needed. Pls and thank you.

@melroyel2235 4 жыл бұрын

what angle grinder do you use?

@StudioJLT 5 жыл бұрын

Aww, I thought we were going to get a wooden grate... Well made!

@Fixthisbuildthat 5 жыл бұрын

hahaha, I made a prototype but made the mistake of testing it 😜

@HardHatDIver412 4 жыл бұрын

Nice fireball

@pyroteamstadskanaal1263 3 жыл бұрын

hi < how much time took this to make ?

@bruced1429 4 жыл бұрын

I build many fire pits and I do like yours for the simple design, one thing try not to use 1/4 inch round stock it will warp on you and will burn thru sooner than you think, use 3/8 round , 3/8 square or rebar for you fire grate , they will last much longer.