{"id":1103,"date":"2020-07-11T18:01:44","date_gmt":"2020-07-11T22:01:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chapspitbeef.com\/?p=1103"},"modified":"2022-10-04T11:34:24","modified_gmt":"2022-10-04T15:34:24","slug":"beginners-guide-to-building-a-bbq-pit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chapspitbeef.com\/beginners-guide-to-building-a-bbq-pit\/","title":{"rendered":"Beginner’s Guide to Building a BBQ Pit [Infographic]"},"content":{"rendered":"

Do you love a good barbecue and wish you could enjoy it at home more? The key is building a proper BBQ pit<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Here our official Beginner\u2019s Guide to Building a BBQ Pit\u00a0<\/strong>(scroll down for INFOGRAPHIC).<\/p>\n

Step 1: Gather All Your Materials<\/h2>\n

The first thing you need to do is make sure you have all the materials for making a BBQ pit<\/a>. Make sure you have these materials on hand: a hand tamp, shovel, cinder blocks, measuring tape, gravel, dry mortar, water, a trowel, a leveler, a carpenter’s square, metal braces, a grill top and bricks.<\/p>\n

Step 2: Pick Your Location<\/h2>\n

Next, you need to find the perfect spot for your BBQ pit. Your BBQ pit needs to be about 3 feet by 5 feet, which is approximately 4.6 meters square. You also need to make sure the area is clear of any brush and that the location doesn\u2019t pose any fire hazards. Also factor in the distance from the house, keeping in mind safety and practicality (how far do you have to lug out the meats and other ingredients).<\/p>\n

Step 3: Digging Your Pit<\/h2>\n

Now it is time to start digging. Mark the area where you plan on building your BBQ pit and then dig down 8 inches (20 centimeters) deep. Next level off the bottom of the pit with a hand tamp. At this time you should also soak your bricks with water.<\/p>\n

Step 4: Laying the Gravel<\/h2>\n

Once your pit is ready, you then need to layer it with gravel, about 2 inches worth. Just level this off with the hand tamp too.<\/p>\n

Step 5: It\u2019s Mortar Time<\/h2>\n

For this step, you need to mix the dry mortar with water. Always make sure you add enough water to keep the mortar moist. For best results, spread about a 2 inch (5 centimeter) layer on top of the gravel and then level it off with a trowel. Make sure you work quickly so the mortar doesn\u2019t harden before you have it all level.<\/p>\n

Step 6: Lay the Cinder Blocks Down<\/h2>\n

Next place the cinder blocks on the edges of the mortar, leaving a small hole or two for drainage. Continue to use the leveler to make sure the cinder blocks are even and then check your corners with the carpenter\u2019s square.<\/p>\n

Step 7: Time for the Bricks<\/h2>\n

To start brick laying, first spread some mortar on top of your cinder blocks and then place the bricks side by side over them. By doing a double layer of bricks, you will ensure that the pit is structurally sound. Remember to remove any extra mortar as you go because once it is dry, it will be hard to scrape away.<\/p>\n

Another option is to add the mortar to each brick individually. Simply put mortar on the sides and bottom of each brick using the trowel and then add to the structure.<\/p>\n

Step 8: Brick by Brick<\/h2>\n

Continue adding the bricks until you have the height you want for your BBQ pit. As you are building it up, make sure you check the levels and corners frequently.<\/p>\n

Step 9: Add metal braces and grill<\/h2>\n

The final steps to making a BBQ pit are to place the metal braces in the last layer of mortar while it is still wet. Because they will be used to hold the grill up, they need to be facing inward. Once the mortar is dry, most likely by the next day, you can then place the grill top on the metal brackets.<\/p>\n

And Voile! Now you have your very own BBQ pit to enjoy your favorite foods at home.<\/p>\n

\"Guide<\/p>\n

Cooking Barbecue<\/h2>\n

Now comes the cooking part. Here are some tips for cooking barbecue<\/a>:<\/p>\n