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Just showed this video to the wife. She just sighed and walked away. Still, I didn't hear an explicit "no", so looks like I've a project for the summer, boys! Thanks again, Haxman

I worked in construction in the 80s and I recall an on-site engineer that always watched as we poured concrete. I asked him why? He made sure the concrete workers vibrated the mix properly. There's not a lot of strength in bubbles was his reasoning. I've always remembered that.

Your wife snorting at your mistake - GOLD! I oft hear that same snort from my wife. It encourages us to do better.

I like how you do not edit out your mistakes. Humanizes you to the viewer. Great job on the pit!

Imagine the real estate agent if you guys ever sold your house. "Sir, why is there 13 smokeless fire pits on the property?"

The diy smokeless fire pit got me to subscribe 3 years ago. Still watching today. 😂

The perfect amount of humor to keep me engaged, the unedited mistakes, the narration explaining the process, and the logic behind decisions made all helped me thoroughly enjoy this video and subscribe for more in the future.

I worked at a rehab facility that thought it would be awesome to take a commercial 6' concrete planter and turn it into a firepit for the residents to have bonfires around during their nightly check-ins. It was pretty awesome for the first few nights, but on the third or fourth night they used it, the damn thing exploded and sent cinders, sharp chunks of concrete, and burning wood flying everywhere. Turns out that, even with proper agitation, concrete is still a very porous substance. Air expands when heated, which could turn your fire pit into a time bomb. This becomes even more likely with repeated heating and cooling. It's why refractories tend to be built with ceramic substrates and not concrete.

Awesome for hotter climates. I like a firepit for warmth when it's cool and that's always been my issue with the smokeless pits because there's very little radiant heat if you're siting beside it. Cool none the less!

Thank for not editing your mistakes. It’s so much more educating. Great Video; a project I’d like to tackle one day. (Ironically I did edit this comment 😅)

Love that you don't edit out your mistakes, definitely subscribing. Wife made the mistake of giving me the clear to do whatever I wanted to the backyard...so this is definitely in the cards haha

"Y'all better red-neckorize." Thank you, Uncle Hax, thank you.

That mud mixer looks awesome! They really need to get them in every Home Depot rental location.

Anyone else blown away that Edddie Vedder is so handy? Haha, that's a compliment. Great entertainment factor and great work!

I did a smokeless fire pit conversion to an already existing pit at a house I bought a few years ago. Did almost the same exact thing you did, I just didn’t have to build the walls. Used a galvanized ring, drilled the holes and set it in the middle with a gap for the outer chamber. Then did the capstones using the same technique, just used melamine board for my form instead of foam board. I only made one form and used it for four pours to give me 4 capstones. Used a bit of old motor oil for my release agent, and added coloring to match the existing walls of the pit that had been already done with landscape blocks. Color matching was the toughest part of the project! It turned out great and works awesome. If I had done the whole thing from scratch, I would have just made the whole thing a bit smaller. Having a 3’ diameter inner ring means you need to make big fires (as you mentioned) and it takes a little while to heat up for the smokeless effect to occur. That’s probably why the commercial ones are fairly small as well. You earned a subscriber, as your rolling storage system has been on my list of stuff as well, just instead of strut channel and trolleys, I had planned to utilize barn door track and rollers instead. Like minds think alike, and I look forward to watching your other builds instead of filming any of my own, lol.

I like how you didn't pretend this went super smoothly and flawlessly. Im more apt to follow and maybe try this with your honesty. Thank you!

I’ve found a better way of vibrating the bubbles out. Attach a piece of pvc pipe on an oscillating tool. Screw it on an old blade. Stick it into the cement and turn the tool on high. Works better than the reciprocating saw.

Sonatubes work great too man. Get a 3' and 4' sonatube and cut whatever height you want. We use them all the time on firepits. We actually take fire brick and ratchet strap them to the inside piece and the concrete locks it all in once concrete is poured.

i've been following you for 3 years. wow! already!

I was here for your first smokeless fire pit and here I am today for your second fire pit

Not sure if it was mentioned, but rock salt is a great way to add texture. Just sprinkle a little in the form sparingly, and it dissolves later. It can also be added when finishing a sidewalk, just sprinkle some on the concrete before it sets up too hard, and trowel it into the surface. Great video.

Quote " Probably one of my favourite tools I've gotten Over the past serval years" Seconds early, haxman wife was helping. Honestly thought he meant his wife. haha She is trooper for being that support hats off!

I like mixing my cement a bit wet when I pour. It's a lot easier to work the voids out of the concrete when doing something like this. Great video man! Thanks.

I had to chuckle. A true DIY’er! Stuff happens, but the goal doesn’t change. I’m sure there will never be those who critique the build, but I’m one to applaud the perseverance. This is a short but sweet vid and I’m going to add this to my list of what I need to do this year. My original fire pit was made from those big box pavers, and while it took a couple hours to build, it looks like…well, let’s just say it looks like a big box build. Many have them. I want different. I need to remember to keep that seed oil handy for my release agent! Very good job.

"Y'all better redneckorize!" I don't watch enough of your videos, but I'm going to fix that, haha. Great video man. Very inspiring.

One of the easiest and stupidly brilliant pseudo concrete vibrators I'd ever seen whipped together was an oscillating cutter with a pipe strapped to it. Sink the pipe with it on, goes in like hot butter. I wish I'd come up with that one! I've also picked up an industrial vibrating head for various projects that can be had for like $35 and use metal worm clamps to put all kinds of things under Serious vibrational power. I have one mounted to a stainless thermos with 1,000 5/8ths ball bearings in it for grinding hard media into powder. Murphy's Soap in the huge jugs also works great as a release agent for molding, and you can let it dry and build up layers if you want, or just slather it on and pour. Last time I bought it I believe was 2022 and it was $6 at the hardware store. The only thing I'd address would be drainage, particularly in areas with more clay in the soil than average. You can use PEX tubing and cast them directly into the concrete and run them wherever convenient or pull it after the concrete cures and shrinks off the surface some. It helps a lot with premature rusting of the inner ring so runoff doesn't pool up in the bottom. I'm definitely going to borrow that all-thread trick next time though. So we're even. 😉

It’s nice to see that even if you have seemingly no clue what you’re doing, you can still put up a nice fire pit.

I can always count on your amuzing informative genius, to entertain and teach at the same time. Thank you for that!

Concrete does not hold up well to high heat. If you don't believe me. Take a torch to it and I hope you have your PPE on. With that said this might work because it doesn't let the concrete to get that hot (unlike standard fire pit). I will stay tuned for the results.

I love it. Can't believe it's been 3 years already. I've always called those tape measures as sewing tapes', but I think they are actually called "Tailors tape" because if you google search that name a butt-ton of results come up.

Okay a couple of comments. I built one just like the video three years ago. It worked exactly as you indicated it would in your video. So very good! Now, the cap plates on ours broke the first time we fired up the pit. This was three days after they were poured. The water still trapped in the hardened, but uncured concrete, caused them to forcefully pop and break. So let that concrete fully cure before applying the heat. Secondly, As I said, it worked exactly as you said it would. What you didn't mention was that it consumes copious amount of fuel. In my estimation 3 to 4 times as much fuel. I had to take it out simply because I could not afford to feed it. It is a proven method for getting a hot fire that consumes its own smoke. The problem is I am not using this fire to forge metal. I'm not even using it for heat. A little fire and some friends; that's all that's needed. So you might mention the fuel consumption issues when you promote these smokeless fire pits.

Kids purchased their first homes this year and this would be perfect for our short but sweet Alaskan summers! Now to track down a workable solution for the inner ring, without having to fully fabricate it. Enjoyed the vid HAXMAN! :)

Great build. The end cracked me up with you trying to find a place to store those 'disposable' molds!!! The struggle is real. 😄😄😄

I knew it - when you didn’t show the application of your release agent, you forgot it 😂 God bless you and your wife! What a trip. Gonna show this to my husband. We move from the burbs to 3 acres in a few months. Smokeless fire pit is gonna be ideal this holiday season! 😁

I like this method. Even though it's a lot of work using concrete to make the form, the end result speaks for itself.

I love that you show screw ups and all… all in all quite impressive!!! Stay blessed love the end results !

I appreciate your SUCCESS/FAILURE, your SORROW/JOY, and that you are showing this along the way to the really sharp projects that you do. It has a better feel than the slick productions that have the viewers feeling unworthy! I am working on my smoosh technique - to be gentle.

Ok, Ill admit it, I laughed out loud with the "then it hit me joke"

One fantastic project. I have seen a video where the man cut a 2 foot 1/2 inch pvc pipe and duct taped to the reciprocated saw and stocked into the concrete form for smother finish. Well done

Creativity gets me up in the morning, once you get in your unique creative flow ... sweet

My son is 59 years old. You remind me of him. I love your sense of humor.😊

I've never before seen a calculator display fractions, only decimals. Fascinating.

The all thread not to be confused with the all spark because that makes a transformer come back to life is one of the reasons I watch this channel

Machinist tip. Use WD-40 on your drill bits to make it easier to drill and extend the life of your bits. Especially the step bits. Thanks for the 2 videos. I wanted to build your last pit ,but I like this one better.

I like how you routinely mix your concrete too dry, despite knowing better. I too enjoy underfilling my tractor tires, waiting too long to mow the lawn, and under-buying lumber for my next project.

After watching this video I will spend $200 and pick up a smokeless fire pit on Amazon. Take it out of the box and done.

Wow that mudmixer sure would be amazing to have on hand for concrete projects! The new fire pit looks great!

HAXMAN, this is AWESOME!!! I'm retiring at the end of the month, and this seems like the logical first project I should get done before fall, thanks!!! Yup, I'm taking 2 months off and I AIN'T DOING NUTHIN!!!

7:45 - I call those schneider’s tape (Schneider is Yiddish for tailor, so tailor’s tape if you prefer English)

Yet again haxmeister , fantastic video my wife and I love watching and I think the baby liked it too 😀. Looks like you need a storage shed 😉 new vid!! ❤

Brother a real man shows his mistakes too. thank you, and yes it does help. but like you i always seem to still miss something even if i know it. lol

Awesome. I’m not great at a lot of things but I may be able to get this done. Can’t wait.

The legend returns. That video put you on the map bro. Once I get this dern garden running itself I can focus on these projects I know my 5 little girls would love this. Looks simple enough and my wife will think I am the superman. Nice work man.

PLEASE wear a respirator when you play with concrete!!! Concrete dust is silica...which is glass...which means you're breathing tiny shards of glass. Silicosis is a very real thing!! It's a great project, and you've inspired me to build something similar...but please be safe when dealing with concrete. It will kill you, slowly and painfully!

GREAT video! Thanks for taking the time to provide so much detail.

A nice use of a technique used for constructing insulated foundations.

Live, learn, and then get duct tape.

You're using the word "whenever" incorrectly sir. Whenever refers to at least a plural, you keep using it in the singular with specific instances.

Im 28 and its happening… these are the things i like to watch and do in my free time😭😭

Great video and thorough instructions. I’m going to build one myself. Thanks for the humor and self defamation. We all learn from our mistakes…..hopefully!

The measuring tape you used is generally used for sewing, in case anyone wants to find one. Love your videos!

Hahaha at first when you pulled out the calculator I thought aww man this is way above my level. But by the time you got to the tape and ratchet straps I knew I was in the right place. Hahaha I'm only half way through and have already learned a lot. 🤔😅😊

"Yall better red neckarize" almost put me down for the count! Love you videos! I'm gearing up for a firepit area so this will come in handy!

glad to have found your channel. thanks for the insight, going to do this at my home. !

2:17 - Coolest tool box ever! Big green shelving. That would also make a good book case, keeping dust n bugs outta there 😮

This is an awesome upgrade.

Thanks, that was a fun video. I do not have the skills, nor the space, but it sure is pretty! I like the dimples? divots? baking soda craters? because when it rains, that will provide small drinking ponds for pollinators. Thank you!

Love your Chanel & projects!!! 1 thing (not criticizing just observing and adding my two cents) - Ive build many arched/curved, circle shape concrete structures and I use cement form "Bender board" i purchase 8 foot long by 6 inch high sticks, and they are (locally) only $2.49 each, I have made many circle structures that are up to 36" high using these, only thing i have to do when done is very light grinding to remove the small gap cement lines that are from the very small joint between boards when using more then one stacked

Great idea. Looks Awesome!

Thank you for sharing!

I saw you were doing it backwards..... glad you caught it before it dried. This is pretty cool. I will probably make one myself. Also, as a math teacher, glad you are using all that math my kids whine they will NEVER use! lol

A big paint scraper works good for taking the foam off, worked concrete here in Alaska for a while, put a bit of a sharp edge on it and it works a treat.

I live on the top floor of an apartment building with wooden balconies, but this looks so cool, I'm gonna build one up here. Seriously though, cool project...can't wait to see with the finished area.

Tip on vibrating down concrete, add a piece of soft wood like a 2x4 about 8" long to the reciprocating saws foot guard. Will give you a larger surface area to vibrate it down. I eventually bought a cheap harbor freight concrete vibrator, well worth it. I did one large wall section, we had every family member with something to help bring the bubbles up. Fiberglass in the concrete mix helps a lot with this, and there is an additive air detrainer that is worth it, still have to vibrate and screed. Do not run your mixer for a long time, adding extra air and voids. I like laying a concrete vibrator up against the form, and laying something heavy, like a bag of sand or quikcrete on it, and doing something else. Repositioning as needed.

Just like the settlers used to do! And thanks for providing us some ASMR content!

Great job, looks fantastic!

Pretty dam cool! Enjoyed your video, as well as you pointing out your errors. Helps everyone learn. The baking soda finish trick was a new one that I didn't know about. Really good job on your video

Very good design! We all mess up, you fessed up and I respect ya brother! Good work!

Three years ago!? Time flies as a haxmaniac!

A flexible tape measure is often called Tailors tape because tailors use them. A little too much water is not bad for concrete, way too much is. The Portland cement in the concrete mix reacts with the water so if you put too little water you don't get a full curing. This is why you see people wetting concrete after a pour to maintain the moisture for a full even curing process. The hover damn took decades to fully dry out after curing because the concrete was so thick the water was trapped in the interior. Concrete dries from the outside to inside as the moisture slowly diffuses out of the interior. nice build

Great video bro!! I'm going to give this a shot. And you have my subscription. Your dynamic with the wife seemed a lot like me and my wife....I said yep he goes what we go through my wife hates when I do stuff on the porch...lol

I love the wife loading the bags while hes pattycaking in the pit.

ohmgash hahaha the spongebob 24 hrs later got me so good

I think anyone who watched this video and attempts the build will definitely not forget to apply the veggie table oil! Props for making that step memorable!

You are good enough add smart enough as well and the way this project is coming out I think people are going to like you

A country boy can surviiiiiiive! … and thrive…. And build a beautiful smokeless fire pit. We are so doing this, thanks!

I watched this twice now. Another great video………. And HaxMan is looking fit!!!!

You should use the reinforced Quickrete with the fiberglass (Orange Bag). Thanks for the awesome video!

Great video ! Thanks for sharing the boo boos ! Trial and error (mainly error) is a great teacher. Thank God I have a beach to sit on. This back yard jazz looks like a lot of WORK !

Thanks, I learned so much.

A thing of Beauty !!

You got my like and sub as soon as you said you're "showing" us what not to do. Thanks

Mighty fine!!! God Bless!!!

Dope project

Saturdays for lunch we get to sit down and watch some KZfaq. Thank you for being my family’s go to KZfaq channel. Awesome as always

For small projects like the topper, I've used metal coat hangers as rebar.

Awesome. I’m going to build a wood fired brick pizza oven, and I was thinking a a curved moulded base with an opening in the front for the firewood. I can use this video as my jumping off point. Thanks

I built a firepit based on your initial video a couple of years ago. Works good, although I do wish it was smaller so that I could have a smaller fire going and still keep it smokeless.

That is sweet! Well done!