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DIY Welding Project: How to Build a Metal Fire Pit [Guide]

David Oliver

DIY Project: How to Build a Metal Fire Pit

DIY Project: How to Build a Metal Fire Pit

Build a modern steel fire pit with this beginner-friendly DIY welding project. Follow step-by-step instructions to cut, weld and assemble a durable fire pit using a plasma cutter, multiprocess welder and a downloadable fire pit plan.

Metal Fire Pit Project Plans and Pattern

Tools and Materials


  • Miller® Multimatic® 220 AC/DC multiprocess welder
  • Miller® Spectrum® 875 plasma cutter
  • .045" Hobart® filler (TIG)
  • .030" Hobart® solid wire (MIG)
  • 4' × 8' × 1/4" sheet of mild steel
  • Grinder (with flap wheel)
  • Optional: Plasma cutting table
  • Optional: Clamps
  • Optional: Surface conditioning tool (for any rust removal)
  • Optional: Square tubes

 

WARNING: READ AND FOLLOW ALL LABELS AND THE OWNER’S MANUAL.

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Posted Apr 19, 2024