Build a barbecue yourself – Instructions for a weekend project

If you want to build a barbecue yourself, this weekend project can help. Here is a quick plan with a few simple steps.

DIY barbecue – materials and preparation

To build a barbecue yourself, you will need the following materials: reinforcement, about 200 bricks measuring 20 cm x 10 cm x 5.7 cm, cement, sand, water, boards measuring 5.1 cm x 25.4 cm, wooden stakes measuring 5.1 cm x 10 cm, a grill grate and barbecue accessories.

Our advice: buy the grill grate and accessories in advance and measure the area carefully. Then compare the size of the grate with the attached plan.

Before you start, check the weather forecast for the next few days. If it rains, the concrete will not dry properly.

DIY barbecue – step 1: the concrete foundation

First, prepare a wooden mold and reinforce it before pouring the cement mix. Mix cement, sand and water in a ratio of 1:3:1, stirring until the mixture is about as thick as mashed potatoes. The critical part of the project is making sure the ground is level. Let the concrete dry for at least 48 hours.

DIY barbecue – step 2: the brick support

In the second step, once the foundation is complete, lay the supporting bricks and assemble the barbecue. It is important that the barbecue walls are straight. If you prefer, you can also use natural stone for the finish.

Install the grill grate

Optional: decorate the grill area with stone

The final result: a built-in barbecue

Buy the barbecue accessories in advance so you can measure the grill

Make sure the grill fits

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