Build a fireplace for the terrace yourself

Which is why a fireproof base is essential

A stable base is necessary for every open fire, as is the case for this brick fireplace. It is best not to position it directly on, but next to the terrace. A base plate that you align with the help of a spirit level is then ideal. First, dig a hole in the ground corresponding to the size of the fireplace so that the base plate from the upper edge corresponds to the dimensions of the neighboring surfaces. The surface is filled with a strong layer of sand for laying the tiles. You compact this evenly and balance the area.

How to brick a fireplace with a grill for the terrace

Clinker bricks are particularly suitable for this fireplace due to their heat resistance.

Materials and tools required

You will need these materials:

• hard-burned clinker or fireclay bricks
• refractory fireclay mortar
• Iron for holding the grillage

You should have these tools ready:

• Mason trowel and hammer
• Joint trowel or -iron
• Spirit level
• angle

building instructions

Before the actual walling up of the fireplace, the subsurface must first be prepared as described. Only then can you start:

• The first row of stones is laid on the floor slab.
• Use a fireclay mortar that you press the bricks into.
• Angle and spirit level help to maintain dimensions and accuracy.
• Avoid so-called cross joints when building walls!
• Instead, the stability can be increased by the runners' association.
• For this purpose, the stones are staggered one on top of the other.
• A joint sits above or under the middle of the overlying stone.
• To do this, you have to split individual stones with a masonry hammer.
• In this way you are now pulling up walls that are perpendicular to each other.
• The interior should also be walled up.
• From about waist height you only build three walls higher.
• The inside and the front now remain free.
• The surrounding wall should be high enough that a grill grate can be attached to the fireplace there.

You attach the fastening for the grill grate as follows: On the sides and on the top surface, place rustproof, galvanized iron in the joints at regular intervals. These can later serve as a support for the grillage.