Brick brazier - a special brazier for cooking barbecue, built of bricks. A solid brick brazier is often more functional and is used as a grill and barbecue, often other dishes are cooked on it, even just warm up food. It is also an interesting art object on suburban area. It is pleasant to gather around such a structure in a large company.
How to choose a place?
- Do not forget that this building is an object of increased fire hazard. It should not be located near the house, wooden and other flammable outbuildings.
- The building should not be too far from the resting place. The ideal option is near the gazebo or not far from the summer kitchen. You can put a wide canopy that will not only protect the brick brazier from precipitation, but also cover a couple of benches and a table.
- Be sure to set up the site. There should not be flower beds or beds nearby, as the grass will simply wither from the high temperature. You should consider a convenient approach, and preferably several. There should not be a toilet and garbage containers nearby.
- If the wind constantly blows in one direction, make sure that the smoke does not enter the windows of residential buildings.
What is needed for construction?
The best material for construction is fireclay bricks (furnace). It withstands large temperature changes and does not collapse. As a mortar for masonry, use clay with sand. But it requires pre-soaking.
For a brick outdoor grill you will need good foundation, which means that you will need building material for the foundation (cement, sand, rubble stone, plywood or formwork boards, reinforcement, stones and crushed stone).
You will also need metal corners, gratings, latches, a sheet of iron. If you plan to make niches and a work area, then you will need a stone countertop, the doors can be made of wood or metal.
Of the tools needed:
- shovel;
- Master OK;
- level;
- buckets for solutions;
- concrete mixer or trough;
- Circular Saw.
Be sure to develop a project or take a ready-made one. According to it, it is not only convenient to carry out work, but also to calculate the required amount of materials. A small supply never hurts, but a large surplus is useless.
Foundation pouring
A stationary brick barbecue requires a foundation:
- It is necessary to dig a hole in accordance with the dimensions of the project.
- Lay out the bottom of the pit with rubble stone with rubble, formwork is installed (it is better to moisten it).
- The pit is then filled concrete mix from cement and sand in a ratio of 1: 3, but in layers and laying a reinforcing mesh. In no case should the fittings lie at the bottom of the pit. If the pit is small, and the walls turned out to be even, then formwork is not needed.
- From above, the foundation is covered with roofing felt or ordinary film.
- When the weather is hot, it is sometimes recommended to sprinkle the base with water for uniform drying. It will take 1-2 weeks for the concrete to set and dry. Brick laying is carried out only after the foundation has completely solidified.
- During this time, you can prepare a clay solution. In the tub, it is necessary to soak the clay for a week, stirring occasionally and adding water if necessary. Then add sand. A good solution resembles thick sour cream in consistency, it should be easy to take with your hands and not spread.
- It is easy to check the quality of the solution. To do this, mix a large number of clay with dry sand. Roll it into a tourniquet with a diameter of 1 cm. It should not lose shape, crack or spread.
Bricklaying
The ordering of the brick barbecue is shown in the following figure. If you want to draw the order yourself, then it is most convenient to do this on a piece of paper in a cage.
The easiest way to lay brick for a brazier is to move each row half a brick in one direction or the other. Start laying the basement should be from the corners to the center along pre-marked lines. Every 3 rows, do a level and plumb check, and also lay a reinforcing mesh.
The first row of masonry, like the second, is made continuous. The plinth can have different heights, depending on the project, and several compartments in which it is convenient to store firewood, charcoal, some utensils, etc.
For the brazier, you can use a pre-cast concrete base with reinforcement or lay it out of brick.
If the firebox is planned to be arched, then a circle is used. A gap of 1 cm is left between the bricks. It is best to use wood chips for this. So you can evenly distribute the bricks. Only after that the space is sprayed with water and filled with a solution. Kruzhalo is left for 1-2 days.
The top of the firebox is covered reinforced concrete beam or iron corner. 1 more row of bricks is laid out on top of the jumper.
If a brick brazier is planned to be used as a barbecue, then you need to think in advance about the installation site of the grill. For this, small protrusions are made. The lattice itself is placed on the reinforcement rods embedded in the walls of the building. You can make several ledges to be able to place the grate at different levels.
Next, wind walls are laid and a smoke box is made. The pipe is attached to supporting columns and gradually narrows. This is the simplest design. And to protect it from precipitation, a metal visor is installed above it.
IN simple circuits braziers made of bricks, a pipe may be absent altogether, as well as wind walls.
Finishing and canopy
In order for the building to last as long as possible, it is necessary to build a canopy.
He can be:
- common and cover the entire recreation area;
- be directly above the grill.
To do this, under the canopy pillars are made concrete bases or attached to the plinth. Supports can be metal or wooden. In the latter case, according to the rules fire safety they must be at least 16 cm from the structure and treated with special antiseptics.
The roof for a canopy is made of absolutely any material. But if it is combined with the roof of the house and other outbuildings, then the brick brazier will harmoniously fit into the overall landscape.
The structure can be left as it is, only slightly passing grinder. Can be coated with special paints for brick ovens. The finish looks interesting decorative stone. You can also use special plaster.
You can also use various decorative elements not only on the barbecue itself, but also on the doors of built-in wardrobes, shelves, etc.
Watch the following video, which clearly shows the process of building a brick brazier.
Projects, schemes and drawings
There are many finished projects braziers made of bricks, different in terms of complexity of execution, costs and decorative options. You can develop your own drawing based on existing schemes.
We present the brazier scheme, according to which it is easy to build a brazier from bricks with your own hands.
Usually the height from the ground to the brazier is defined as the distance from the level of the hand to the floor. If the owner is tall, then the firebox will be high enough. The width of the brazier does not exceed 30 cm, otherwise a standard skewer will simply fall into it. In length, most often it does not exceed 1 m, based on 10 skewers.
You can build a brick brazier with your own hands according to the following drawing.
Many Vacation home associated with barbecue or barbecuing. AND necessary element this process is considered a brazier. And cooking meat dishes will be doubly pleasant if the brazier for them is made by hand.
Brazier on suburban area- this is the key to a successful holiday with a barbecue. For this reason, most summer residents want such a cooking appliance on their territory. Some prefer the option from the store, but made by yourself always causes pride in the owner of a country estate.
The smokehouse for cooking barbecue performs several functions at the same time:
- used for landscape decoration;
- is considered an important helper when you need to feed many people at the same time, since the homemade invention has a larger surface than the purchased version.
In addition to the fact that the brazier self made performs important functions, it is characterized by: strength, less whimsicalness to weather conditions and individual appearance.
In order to build such a device, enough steam skillful hands and materials. Even those who have no experience in this matter can cope with this task. On the Internet, you can find many training videos that describe in detail each step of production. In addition, there are many ready-made drawings, according to which you can build a high-quality brazier yourself.
Blueprints
If you do not study the drawings for building a barbecue from bricks, then the process of building it will be more problematic and complicated. On the finished schemes, all the parameters of the future product are described in detail:
- height;
- width;
- the total area it will occupy.
For beginners, building a brazier according to the drawings is much easier, since they show all the elements contained in it.
There are times when people want to build summer complex, which will include a brazier. They consist of a countertop, a place to store firewood, a firebox and other elements that can be useful when preparing food.
If the master already has experience in this matter, then he can independently develop a drawing based on existing ones. In this case, the scheme will be unique. It will become decorations of a summer cottage or a country complex.
But there are general instructions which must be adhered to in order to obtain a quality product as a result. Step-by-step instructions are useful in that they help build the workflow correctly. In this case, it is very important to do everything in turn and on time.
Step-by-step instruction
On the first preparatory stage most important point is the choice of the place where the barbecue grill will stand. It is necessary that the place was chosen correctly and did not interfere with others. To do this, it is recommended to listen to the following tips:
- It is worth remembering that the building is an object with an increased fire hazard. For this reason, it is better to place the brazier away from the house, outbuildings and other objects that can easily catch fire.
- The brazier should not be located far from the place of rest, as this may cause some inconvenience. Ideally, it would be to put a brazier near the gazebo where the holidays take place, or near the summer kitchen. To create more comfortable conditions you can build a wide canopy that will simultaneously cover the brick from the rain, and at the same time the benches and the table will also be protected.
- It is recommended to equip the site, which was intended exclusively for the barbecue and all auxiliary equipment. It is not recommended that there are flower beds or beds next to this area. High temperatures can cause all plants to disappear. You should consider how it is convenient to approach this zone, namely, to make paths to it.
- You should not place garbage cans and a toilet area next to the brazier, as this will not look aesthetically pleasing.
The next step is to select the material from which the brazier for barbecue will actually be built. In our case, this is a brick. It is best that it be heat-resistant and at the same time not collapse. Such material is fireclay brick. It is also known as the "furnace".
In order for the structure to be strong, the masonry mortar must be made from clay and sand.
Advice
In order for the building to be used for several decades, it is worth choosing a quality brick. It is this material that is its basis. In the case of high-quality material on a brazier, it will be possible to cook barbecue for many years.
In order to outdoor grill was strong, it is worth paying attention to its foundation. That is, it is necessary to prepare building materials for its construction.
The following materials will be required for the foundation :
- Rubble.
- Stones.
- Cement.
- Plywood or boards (for formwork).
- Sand.
- Fittings.
Also, you need to purchase the tools that will be needed during the construction period.
These include the following instances:
- Bucket.
- Shovel.
- Trough for mixing cement (you can use a concrete mixer).
- Master OK.
- Circular saw.
- Level.
It is recommended to develop a project for the construction of a brazier. You can take a project that has already been developed by someone. In this case, the work will be easier. And also, it will help to calculate the required amount of materials. A small margin is acceptable, but large surpluses are unprofitable and useless.
The next step is pouring the foundation.. This stage is considered basic, since further construction depends on the foundation. The foundation is required only for a stationary type of barbecue. For a portable product, this process is not necessary. After the foundation has hardened and is ready for further work, bricklaying is carried out.
Advice
Before laying a brick, it is recommended to water it. After 24 hours have passed, you can begin the process. Also, just before laying, you can dip it in water for a few seconds. This is done in order to better its adhesion to the clay.
The procedure for laying bricks should be carried out according to the finished scheme. When there is a desire to independently develop a scheme, it is better to do this on a piece of paper in a box.
It is better to start laying bricks from the corner and head towards the central part. It is important to periodically check the brazier with a level and a plumb line. This will allow you to detect inaccuracies and correct them in the future.
After that, you need to start laying the central part of the product, namely the firebox.
It can be already pre-cast from concrete, or you can make it from brick.
If the brazier will also play the role of a barbecue, then at this stage you need to decide where the grill will be installed. It is installed on the reinforcement bars that are located in the walls of the product. In order to be able to change the levels of the lattice, several protrusions can be made.
After that, wind walls and a smoke box are constructed, which is attached to the columns and gradually decreases in diameter. Some schemes do not provide for the construction of a smoke isolation pipe.
As a result of such a sequence of steps, you get the simplest brazier. To protect it from precipitation, you can install a metal visor above it.
The final stage of the construction of the barbecue is finishing and a canopy.
The canopy over the product is cocked in order to extend its operation. It can be done in two ways:
- A canopy that covers only the brazier itself.
- A canopy that covers the entire area, which is intended for recreation.
In any case, precipitation will not fall on the brazier. In terms of design, a canopy over the barbecue is a good option.
In order to build a canopy over the entire building, you need to install special concrete bases around the perimeter. They can be made not only from concrete, but from metal or wood.
Advice
In the case of choosing wooden supports, they must be covered special means which will make them heat resistant. Or install them at a distance of 16 cm from the product.
As for the roof, it can be built from any material. A cover made of the same material as the roof of the house will fit into the overall composition.
outdoor oven
Outdoor stove well complements any suburban area or country house. It can perform the following functions:
- Cooking.
- Drying mushrooms or fruits.
- Can be used for outdoor canning.
The design of the structure for this structure can be made to fit the interior. country house. It can be done with one or more foci. Can be made with or without doors. This is only affected by the project that was chosen for the construction of this device.
When building an outdoor stove, you need to be guided by the fact that it must meet the following requirements:
- Practicality.
- Safety.
- Functionality.
- Durability.
- Low cost of construction (if your own work is expensive, then it will be more profitable to buy a ready-made version).
There are a large number of materials for the construction of an outdoor stove on the markets, but you need to be guided by the fact that it must be of high quality.
To do this, you can use the following raw materials:
- Fire-resistant brick and aerated concrete. These materials can withstand high temperatures.
- Metal or cast iron. Most often, finished structures are produced from this raw material. Its price will not be small.
Brick and aerated concrete - fire-resistant materials
The choice of material must be approached thoughtfully. Aerated concrete is cheaper, but a brick oven looks much more aesthetically pleasing.
An important issue is the choice of the main location of the outdoor stove. It is good when the construction of an outdoor product was provided for at the beginning of construction work around the house. If, however, the decision to build this structure was made later, then you need to be guided by the same rules as the construction of the barbecue.
Such an attribute of rest is done in the following sequence:
- Foundation laying.
- Laying the base of the furnace.
- Chimney installation.
- Installation of the walls of the gazebo in which the stove will stand, as well as the equipment of the adjacent territory.
Outdoor oven lining
As for the decor of the outdoor stove, there are a large number of options. You can finish the product using a special decorative plaster. It can also be lined. As a decor, you can use tiles of various designs and designs.
There are such types of simple finishing of the furnace:
- Whitewashing and coloring.
- Plaster.
Sequencing
- To reduce the surface roughness, you need to rub it with a brick, and then treat it with water.
- We process the surface with a primer.
- We paint the building with paint. It is better to choose on an adhesive basis.
- In the case of whitewashing, we skip the previous stage, and instead of paint we take lime. You can add salt to it. This will help achieve best result. To add a blue tint, a small amount of blue is added to the lime.
- In order for the whitewash to be of high quality and last for a long time, ultramarine or ocher can be added to the lime on the surface.
The advantages of this cladding:
- The surface of the tiles can be easily washed and wiped.
- Tiled flooring has great heat dissipation.
Since real and correct tiles are made by hand, they may differ from each other, for example, in shape or size. Therefore, before the furnace lining process, it is necessary to sort the material according to shape and color.
Tiles are laid using a thick mortar. They are attached to wire pins. Seams between facing material should be no more than 2 mm. They are rubbed with a special tool, for example, an albatross.
Finishing the outdoor stove with tiles
It is better not to choose large-format tiles for cladding. Such material has a high risk of cracking. It is better to choose tiles of small sizes.
Facing street tiles with natural stone
The process of decorating a street structure with stone does not have noticeable differences in comparison with tiling. The advantage is that the stones look more refined.
The peculiarity of such a cladding is that the stones must be placed on the floor and laid out in size, shape and color scheme.
Advice
In order not to confuse the sequence of stones, you can number them with reverse side. This action contributes to the fact that the stones do not get mixed up with each other and the process itself takes much less time.
Also, not the entire surface of the product can be overlaid with stone, but only a separate part, for example, corners or a firebox.
Kazan-brazier
For many, the construction of a cauldron-brazier is an incomprehensible and useless thing, since you can use portable grill and a purchased cauldron. But still, experienced gourmet summer residents insist that this is a necessary thing in a suburban area. The barbecue and cooking complex is a godsend for large companies who like to have picnics in the fresh air.
Such a structure will make it possible to simultaneously prepare meat dishes, fish or vegetables on the grill, and pilaf, potatoes and other side dishes are suitable for a cauldron.
Most often, cauldrons are made of metal, the difference is the manufacturing technology.
Many do not know how to combine seemingly incompatible things. After all, the brazier and the cauldron would seem to be two different devices.
You can arrange such a structure as follows. If the brazier has already been built, then an additional brick section needs to be completed for the cauldron. The same actions can be performed if the structure is made of metal.
If, however, a cauldron and a brazier will be built at the same time, then initially you need to choose a project that involves the construction of two sections.
In order for the cauldron to warm up evenly from all sides, it is necessary that the design include a firebox. A cauldron is placed in it and thus food is cooked.
It is important to consider that the product is convenient and practical. The height of the structure must be selected according to the growth of the owners of the house. If it is too high, then there is a high probability of getting burned, and if, on the contrary, it is too low, then you will have to constantly bend down.
It is possible to build a product when the cauldron is hung from above. This option is considered easier to manufacture, since it is not difficult to build. Also, such a design can be made already with a finished structure. It is enough to add some details on which the cauldron will be hung.
The design of the brazier-smokehouse itself is a very convenient and practical product, since in one go you can cook both barbecue and smoke meat products. To start doing it yourself, you need to pay attention to important nuances:
- The dimensions of the structure should be selected taking into account the number of people who need to be fed. Products that are too small will not be convenient, since you will have to cut the cooking process into several approaches. Buildings that are too large are not beneficial due to the fact that not the entire surface will be used.
- How the product will be built: stationary or collapsible.
- The main material for manufacturing: metal or brick.
Features of building a smokehouse
- Build it sliding from two halves.
- Make one half. In this case, it will be folding.
- Removable.
- Pushing.
The base of the smokehouse can be placed on metal legs, or brick supports can be made. The length of the legs can be customized. An additional table can be built into the design of the brazier-smokehouse. With this option, it will be comfortable to cook food on the device.
When building this device, you need to be prepared for the fact that it will take a lot of time and effort. But what happens as a result will be useful for many years. A well-made design is a guarantee that cooked dishes will always be delicious.
The whole process consists of the same steps as the previous products. The difference is that the laying of bricks is done according to other drawings.
As for facing works, it is also required to pay a lot of attention to this. Can be used decorative brick. Now there are a large number of its types, so outwardly the device can be made as the situation requires. Also, to make the entire location of the product look aesthetically pleasing, you can overlay it with paving slabs.
In this case, it will serve as an element of landscape design and will be useful for fire safety.
So that the whole structure does not get wet in the rain or snow, you can build a special canopy. This will make it possible to cook dishes in any weather conditions. Also, in order to create a more practical and comfortable cooking area, you can provide for the presence of different shelves, countertops and sinks. These elements can be built separately from general design brazier-smokers.
With such decoration and arrangement, you can make a comfortable and cozy place to prepare meals for family and guests.
The design is built in the same sequence as the previous attributes for frying meat. Its peculiarity is that it uses a special grid on which dishes are prepared..
The difference between such a structure is that it combines two objects for cooking: a barbecue and a barbecue. The brazier is a rectangular bowl with holes in the bottom. Barbecue is considered one of the most convenient and functional devices for cooking meat products and vegetables.
Such devices for cooking can be built as mobile, that is, portable, as well as stationary. Each of them has its own advantages. Portable barbecue grills are convenient because they can be placed in any convenient place. positive quality stationary brick structures are considered to be more durable and can be used for many years. Most often, they provide for the presence of dampers with which you can regulate the ingress of air. The type of product must be selected at the beginning, when the overall design and drawings are being prepared.
Such a structure can be used in all weather conditions, since the design provides protection from the wind.
A properly equipped area where a barbecue grill is located can become an adornment of the entire interior of a country house.
Thus, the independent construction of structures for a country house will provide an opportunity to spend time with family and friends in a cozy atmosphere. At the same time, structures that are made by the hands of the owners of the house will cause a special sense of pride. Also, as an option, products can be built not only for your site, but also as a gift to your loved ones.
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Reliability of information
- The product can be made exactly as you want, as it is more convenient
- Construction quality
- The ability to make the appearance unique
- Time with family
- Good option for a gift
- The process takes a lot of time and effort.
- Cost
- Not everyone can do it themselves
Each dacha or country house, in addition to many worries and some unpleasant moments, also implies the periodic preparation of barbecue. But in order to roast meat on coals correctly, you need a high-quality barbecue. And how to make brick barbecues with your own hands, their drawings and photos, you will learn below.
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Do-it-yourself brazier made of bricks:
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Basic preparatory work
Of course, the brazier is not an ordinary structure, so its creation needs careful preparation. Starting from planning the area where the structure will be built, ending with such subtleties as the presence of plumbing, a suitable countertop for convenience, and even lighting. For this reason, first of all, you need to consider the preparatory stage.
- Zoning of the area.
If you have already set yourself a goal - building a barbecue grill with your own hands, you should start searching best place for its construction. This is not a simple portable metal product that you can install anywhere, calculations and drawings play a huge role here.
Placement requirements:
- relatively flat area;
- removal from the house of neighbors, places of rest in order to exclude interference from smoke for a full life;
- proximity to own dacha or home, in order to conduct electricity, water or other necessary communications;
- the presence of a small area for the construction of a picnic area (this is a place where you could lay out cooked meat or leave food).
The best options for brick barbecues
An outdoor brick barbecue is a simple structure that does not stand out with special tricks, for example, special ovens or a barbecue. But be that as it may, they are offered interesting options that you can sell on the land.
- The simplest option includes the construction of a small brick box in the hall, where coals will be added, and meat on skewers is hung on top of it.
- An excellent option would be the so-called island. It has a compartment for coals and a fire, and shelves will be placed on top: first a grill for meat, then special stops that are used to hold skewers with barbecue.
- Another great option is not much different from the previous one. It has a work surface that is not on top of the brazier or not far from it. It is well suited as a stand or table for saucepans, knives and other accessories that will be needed during the preparation for a picnic.
Necessary materials
In addition to the drawings themselves and photos of do-it-yourself brick braziers, you can use some devices. Here is a rough list of them:
- slaked lime;
- heat-resistant brick;
- cement package;
- metal corners;
- sand bag;
- Red brick;
- reinforcing mesh or reinforcing bars;
- wire (for strengthening brickwork);
- tiles (if your project includes a countertop).
You may have noticed that the list necessary materials types of bricks are offered. This is not necessary, but you can save money this way. This is because only heat-resistant brick can withstand high temperatures. But, unfortunately, its price is far from small. Therefore, it is better to use red brick where the brazier is not exposed to strong heat or there is no heating at all. Of course, it’s definitely not possible to save money on this, but it’s still nice.
Do-it-yourself brick braziers: drawings and photos
Naturally, without studying the drawings before construction, it will be difficult. Therefore, our portal "Remontik" offers the most suitable schemes brick brazier or take advantage of a ready-made offer.
There is nothing wrong with the fact that many people plan to build street version brazier, namely the summer complex. On it you can provide not just a place for firewood, but also a barbecue, and a firebox with a door, a sink, a countertop and much more. And here's a great drawing for you.
If you are not satisfied with this option, then find a huge number of diagrams and drawings for every taste, since today the Internet is replete with hundreds of different solutions that craftsmen are happy to share.
Make a brazier with your own hands from brick
Most people think that a foundation is not needed for the brazier, and it can be built in an excavated pit, which is covered with rubble. This decision is fundamentally wrong, as a slight distortion of the ground will completely destroy the structure that you have worked so hard on. Your money and time will be wasted. Therefore, the foundation is considered a must.
Foundation installation step by step
To create a reliable and solid foundation, you need to perform the following operations:
- First you need to choose a suitable place where the brick brazier will be built. We have already noted its advantages of choice above.
- Square dimensions with a side of 120 cm are perfect.
- With the help of pegs and a special twine, place the selected area.
- Take a shovel and dig a hole 25 cm deep.
- Install formwork.
- Prepare the mortar, adhering to the ratio of sand to cement 3 to 1.
- Pour the solution into the hole.
- reinforcing mesh;
- reinforcement rods.
It is worth noting that if you choose a grid, it will have to be laid twice. Moreover, the first layer is placed when you have already filled the third part of the pit with a solution. Then the base must be poured another third, laying another layer, after which the pit is completely filled with mortar.
The rods should be laid in the middle of the base of the pit, after which they are completely filled with mortar. As soon as the foundation is poured, it must be given time for it to settle normally. Two weeks will not be enough for this.
Let's start laying bricks for the barbecue
In order for the brazier to be quickly built, but at the same time turned out to be neat, you need to perform a small fitting. Of course, ordering a brick barbecue is not an activity that needs to be done quickly, and therefore a kind of fitting will be needed, which is done as follows:
- Bricks are taken, which are laid out dry on the foundation.
- We carefully study and remember the results of the fitting.
- Such actions allow the use of whole blocks and halves of bricks during the construction of the brazier.
- Of course, if you already have a prepared grate, pallet, their parameters should be taken into account when performing preliminary laying.
- As soon as you have laid out all the bricks, it is recommended to circle the masonry line and fix it in order to follow it in the future without going astray.
Before you start laying, you need to prepare the bricks. Not everyone knows that they are able to absorb moisture, which leads to poor structural strength. Therefore, the day before the start of construction, it is recommended to wet them well or even leave them in buckets of water overnight.
It is worth starting the construction of the barbecue when the bricks are dry on the outside, but include moisture inside.
It's time to get down to business. Take bricks and mortar and start laying out the first row. Always make sure that the space between the bricks is well filled with mortar and that the bricks set in the order we noted earlier. To melt bricks in mortar, use a rubber mallet.
Basement construction
Once you have built the first row, you can use it as a guide for subsequent rows of masonry. Moreover, the masonry should go in a checkerboard pattern. It implies that each row will be shifted half a brick to the side. In this case, each row should start from the corner.
It's no secret that during laying you will have to check the plane of the structure from time to time. To do this, use the level and plumb. At least once in two or three rows, it is necessary to check. If you do not do this, then the probability of skew will be too high.
Masonry on corner connections reinforced with metal wire.Preparing the Frypot and Grill Supports
To ensure the reliability of the base of the brazier, you need to prepare special mounts. You can choose to use:
- metal corners;
- reinforcing bars.
Also consider the presence of side gaps in brickwork that will not be filled with mortar. They are used as a trench for air intake. It's no secret that you can't light a fire from a regular supply of oxygen.
If we talk about the crate, then you can install it both on special metal rods and on simple protrusions that are formed in brickwork. If you lay bricks across the wall and they protrude into inside braziers, this will be a great place for the grid.
Working surface
We learned how to make a brick brazier, but this work will not be completed. We also need to equip the work surface. Without it, it will be difficult for you during the holiday and picnic.
A quality countertop must meet the following properties:
- high strength;
- simple cleaning;
- comfort;
- weather resistance.
Make the tabletop so that it is on optimal height and was easy to use. Take care of her appearance too. Well, if you use tiles for its decoration, which are designed for sidewalks or floors.
This surface will be highly durable, will not scratch and will be easy to clean without causing you any inconvenience.
As noted above, it will not be superfluous to make plumbing and a rack near the barbecue. Thus, you will get rid of wasting time for frequent walking to the house to solve domestic problems. Of course, everything needs to be planned in advance, and water pipes it is recommended to withdraw through the base of the brazier.
Moreover, you can think about lighting on the site where the barbecue will be prepared. It often happens that you have to cook the meat in the dark. Therefore, the lighting will definitely not interfere with you.
Photo of barbecue grills made of bricks
To sum up, it is worth considering different variants brick options, which you can create with your own hands, in photographs.
First of all, consider two such simple options, which differ not only in simplicity, accessible to everyone, but also in the high speed of construction.Now we offer to look at more advanced designs that will take more time and effort. But they fully justify themselves, since this brazier acts not only as a device for frying meat: barbecue and shish kebab, but a highlight and real pride of your yard.
Finally, here are a few more photos, which also show serious barbecues. One of these even acts as a real complex designed for cooking meat. This is original summer cuisine, which is adapted only for cooking barbecue and barbecue. Of course, building this with your own hands is a rather energy- and resource-intensive process, but you will be proud of the created work of art for a long time.
We decided to complete the article by offering readers a useful video, because it is better to see once than read ten times.On it, the specialist explains in an accessible way all the subtleties and nuances of planning and building a brick brazier on his site. To do this, he will demonstrate masonry, as well as technology on a special designer, which has a reduced size.
Most people who have summer cottages sooner or later think about building a barbecue on the site. After all, this makes it possible to fry delicious meat, vegetables, fish, which will make staying at their summer cottage much more attractive. You can get together with the whole family, invite friends and have a great time. And how nice it is to get out of the bath and treat yourself to a fresh, juicy shish kebab cooked in such a beloved by many way.
The brazier can be either small in size and simple in design - only for preparing small portions, or much more complex in device. This design can even combine a grill and a cauldron for more variety of dishes, as well as for large portions. Include a countertop, a place to store firewood, a sink.
But even such a complex, which includes a street brick barbecue, can be built with your own hands. It is not necessary to invite a specialist for this work, because you can do everything yourself. This will save you money, as well as allow you to make a brazier in the maximum accordance with your desires.
Before starting construction, you can familiarize yourself with various photos brick barbecues and decide on the color and design, since the appearance of the material used will play an important role in the aesthetics of the building.
Location for barbecue
Since a brick brazier is a stationary building, you must first carefully choose the most suitable place for placement. Here you need to take into account such factors:
- remoteness from flammable substances and buildings, neighbors' houses and your own, in order to avoid fire hazards;
- the presence of free territory around the proposed building area, because it is most convenient when both the recreation area (arbor or table with benches, for example) and the cutting surface are nearby. In addition, you may want to make a canopy over the barbecue;
- the possibility of further conducting light and water supply to the selected place;
- protection from wind blowing.
Next, we need to decide on the drawing of the brick barbecue, which we will build. On the Internet, there are a huge number various options the buildings. There are simpler in design and faster in manufacturing. You do not have to spend a lot of time, effort and finances for their construction.
There are also more complex ones. But their advantage is that you can create a truly multifunctional site that will be the pride of your site and a gathering place for the whole family.
You can take a ready-made one that best suits you in terms of design, size and functionality, or make your own adjustments to the drawing you like the most.
Step-by-step instructions on how to make a brick brazier with your own hands after choosing the most successful location and drawing include the obligatory laying of the foundation.
Despite the fact that many consider this item optional, we still insist on doing it. So your design will be stronger and more durable. Otherwise, it is likely that you will have to redo everything literally from scratch.
The installation of the foundation usually occurs in this way: formwork is installed in a pit with a depth of at least 25 cm and poured cement mortar, then, without fail, a reinforcing mesh or reinforcement bars are laid. Be sure to wait for the solution to completely harden. This usually happens within a couple of weeks.
Stages of construction of the brazier after laying the foundation
After the cement mortar in the foundation you made has completely hardened, we recommend that you try on the bricks. To do this, you need to lay out the first row of bricks on the dry surface of the foundation, that is, without the use of cement mortar.
It will also be useful to circle and fix the boundaries of the resulting structure in order to navigate along them in the future. At this stage, you will be able to make an approximate calculation of the material that you will use per row, that is, the number of whole bricks and halves, as well as make adjustments to the total area of \u200b\u200bthe brazier.
We also recommend preparing the bricks themselves. It will not be superfluous to wet them or even leave them overnight in water. When they are dry on the outside, but still contain moisture inside, you can get to work. So your design will not collapse in the future due to the properties of bricks to absorb moisture.
Lay out the bricks, focusing on the line fixed during the fitting. Do the layout slowly, carefully pour the mortar between the bricks and tap on top rubber mallet. Carefully remove excess cement mixture so that the finished structure looks attractive and aesthetically pleasing.
Lay out the second and subsequent rows of bricks in accordance with the checkerboard pattern, that is, moving half a brick to the side. Each row should start at a corner. This corner is reinforced with metal wire to strengthen the structure.
We also do not forget that it is periodically necessary to check the plane using a level and a plumb line. To avoid distortion of the structure. Do not forget to leave a place for the oven in strict accordance with the drawing you have chosen.
It should be remembered that under the influence high temperatures metal tends to expand. Therefore, a small gap should be provided, which can be laid with an asbestos cord.
In order to securely fix the corners of the base of the brazier, you can use metal corners or reinforcing bars. It is more reliable and more convenient to use the first option, this will avoid further instability of the structure.
Also, do not forget to leave gaps in the side brickwork. These gaps do not need to be filled with cement mortar. You are going to kindle a fire inside the brazier, and it is simply impossible to do this without regularly supplied oxygen.
For the crate, you can prepare special metal rods, or you can lay out bricks in such a way that the part protrudes inward. It is on this protruding part that the crate will be installed in the future.
After you finish with the construction of the main part, you can make a countertop for convenient preparation, cutting and further storage of food. There will also be a sink. Install a gazebo nearby or perhaps a large one wooden table and benches.
A self-made brazier will be not only a place for preparing delicious and fresh dishes, but also a reason for a man to be proud of a job well done with his own hands.
Photo of a brazier from a brick
This design has several distinctive features. First of all, it should be noted that brick buildings are stationary. This is convenient when arranging a full-fledged grill zone, but can become a disadvantage if it is necessary to redevelop the yard space.
The design of the product consists of a base, supports and a brazier. To protect against wind, walls are attached above the grate. As for the material itself, it allows you to cook juicy meat, as it provides heat from all sides. If the design is modified, it can be used as a closed barbecue.
If you decide to equip a brick brazier in the country, take into account the following advantages and disadvantages.
Pros:
- simple principle of operation;
- heat retention;
- decorative;
- variety of models;
- durability;
- Ease of use.
Design Options
From the whole variety of grill structures built from such material, separate groups of products can be distinguished. The most affordable in terms of cost and construction method is a simple brick brazier. It consists of supports and a grate with a tray for coals. Some products do not even have protective top walls. For the convenience of cooking, you can attach a work surface. Furnace materials, skewers and dishes are also stored here.
More difficult option- multifunctional brick oven. Not everyone can do it with their own hands. Such complexes are complemented by a covered firebox, hob, smokehouse, sink and other objects necessary for cooking.
Concerning decorative design, here you can experiment with finishing materials, brick laying methods, brazier forms and other elements.
Choosing a place for construction
Another important issue is the choice of location. Before building a stationary brick brazier with your own hands, it is recommended to carefully consider the issues of ease of placement, use, etc. The best option- creation of a complex recreation area. A backyard yard, patio, or gazebo with a table are all great options.
Tip: It is imperative to consider the issues of removing smoke from residential premises and fire safety.
Great idea - gazebo with barbecue
If suitable place was not found, make a small free-standing street barbecue out of bricks. It can be placed in the garden or in the far corner of the yard. To prevent the formation of puddles and dirt after rain, equip a platform or platform near it. Try to avoid proximity to shrubs, outbuildings and other flammable objects. Also make sure that the smoke from the grill will not disturb your neighbors.
Dimensions and drawings
Next stage preparatory work- determination of the dimensions of the future product and drawing up a project plan. When designing brick braziers with your own hands, the drawings must be drawn with the designation of the dimensions of each individual element and its exact location.
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Usually the structure is divided into two horizontal parts. At the bottom there is a place for storing firewood and coals, and at the top there is directly a grill with a brazier. If auxiliary surfaces are provided, it must be taken into account that it should be convenient and safe to work on them.
When designing brick barbecues with your own hands, the drawings must also be completed with a projection finished product with exact proportions. This will allow you to visually evaluate its appearance and ergonomics.
standard height working surface grill - 90 cm. Since we are talking about individual project, you can adjust the data for your height. As for the width of the brazier, it makes no sense to make it less than 50 cm. The work surface should also be wide enough so that you can cut food on it, put dishes and ready meals.
Please note: when calculating, you also need to take into account the dimensions of the materials used.
Necessary materials
In order for the built brick brazier to serve you for many years, it is important to choose quality materials. Often, when arranging grill complexes, several types of bricks are used. For laying out the brazier, it is imperative to purchase refractory red brick. Work surfaces that are resistant to high temperatures can be made from cheaper materials.
In addition to bricks, for work you will need:
- cement-clay mortar;
- concrete;
- reinforcing bars;
- metal corners;
- level;
- fittings, preferably cast iron.
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From the accessories you will need a grate for cooking, skewers and supports for them, a grill tray for coals. The main part of the accessories is removable, which simplifies the use of the grill. Barbecue ovens are also often equipped with a hood.
Construction order
It is necessary to analyze in detail the question of how to make a brazier out of bricks. The construction phase covers several basic steps. To begin with, a building site is being prepared and a foundation is being built, which will serve as the basis for the future product. Next, you need to build supports and auxiliary surfaces.
Mounting the brazier is the most crucial moment. Here you need to provide for the presence of supports for fittings and consider protective elements. Covered barbecues also have a superstructure in the form of a vault with a smoke hood. If you are new to construction, first try making a simple brick brazier with your own hands.
Foundation
The first stage is the arrangement of the foundation. How stable the future design will be depends on the quality of these works. Before building a brick brazier, it is necessary to level the soil in order to eliminate distortions and other landscape defects. Next, the concrete is poured.
The order of work is as follows:
- The foundation is deepened into the soil. To do this, a layer of soil about 25 cm thick is removed.
- To protect against erosion and subsidence, a layer of sand and gravel cushion of 15-20 cm is poured into the pit.
- A reinforcing cage is laid on top of the backfill. It is enough to connect individual rods with wire.
- Concrete is made from sand, cement, fine gravel and water. It is poured into a formwork pit with a ledge above the ground of 10-15 cm. This operation can be divided into two approaches. The mass is leveled with a rule and vibrated to eliminate voids.
Tip: if you are building a miniature brick outdoor barbecue with your own hands, you can get by with the creation of strip concrete supports without using reinforcement.
Brickwork
After the initial drying of the concrete, which can take from several days to a week, you can proceed to the brick laying stage. For the convenience of performing work, it is recommended to develop a laying ordering plan in advance. This is especially true for large complex projects.
In order to make a brazier out of bricks with your own hands, according to the standard, laying in half a brick is used. If a significant load on the walls is expected, use a single format. So that the structure does not collapse and remains strong for many years, the principle of laying in a row is applied.
The rows are laid out in several passes so that the bottom has time to dry out and does not move under the weight of the new material. When laying horizontal surfaces, metal corners are fixed in the seams of the masonry, on which bricks are laid. According to this principle, an intermediate shelf is arranged that separates the brazier from the firewood, as well as work surfaces on the sides.
Arrangement of the brazier
For ease of use of the product, it is important to properly equip the brazier. In the simplest models, this element is represented by a continuation of vertical supports and is endowed with a partition on which coals are laid. To place the tray and grill in masonry, you can use several tricks:
- displacement of the brick to form protrusions;
- installation of corner profiles;
- mounting brackets.
In order to ensure the normal burning of firewood and maintaining the heat in the coals, it is necessary to make ventilation holes in the bottom of the brazier.
Tip: installing an additional grate will make it easier to clean the ash from the firebox.
If you decide to build a do-it-yourself brick brazier that has a covered brazier, you will need much more brick and metal to equip the lintels. There may be several options: a rectangular opening or an arched vault of various shapes, with or without a hood, etc. When arranging a chimney, a channel is provided in the vault.
Arched structures look impressive and beautiful. To mount the bricks in this way, one must use a circle in the shape of the designed element and struts to support the heavy superstructure. It is important to determine the exact position of the central brick, the so-called castle. The seams between adjacent elements are in the form of a wedge, with an expansion upwards.
Brick laying option
decorative trim
After the structure dries, you can proceed to its decorative trim. This stage is no less important than the installation itself, since the appearance of the product largely depends on the quality of the work.
If the brick brazier was made from good stuff, as a final work, it is enough to clean the surface from excess mortar and, if necessary, fill the gaps in the seams. When using a rough brick or inaccurate laying it, you will have to consider additional cladding.
To decorate the barbecue, you can use clinker, fake diamond, terracotta and similar materials. Separately, it is worth considering the design of the working surface. As a countertop, you can use tiles and mosaics, wood, fiberboard with a decorative coating.
Tip: you can give an attractive appearance to the product using bricks of different colors, textures and shapes.
Video: instructions for making brick barbecue
If all the work is done correctly, the yard of your house will be replenished with a useful and decorative device for cooking on coals. To maintain the normal condition of the brazier, do not forget to clean it from time to time and check the condition of the masonry.
