S'mores, bonfires, weekend get-togethers, even a cozy place to lounge and relax after work . . . the possibilities of adding a firepit to your backyard are truly endless. (Not to mention it's an easy way to increase the property value of your home [1]!) But installing a firepit area might just sound too involved, messy, and expensive, right? Wrong! Elevating your outdoor space [2] with this snug addition can actually be way easier than you think. Read on as we break down our top five DIY [3] options that can easily be completed from start to finish during your next free weekend.
Painted Chiminea
Adding a chiminea to your outdoor space doesn't have to put a serious dent in your wallet! Jenny from the Little Green Notebook recommends searching through your local Craigslist listings for a gently used piece like this California-Spanish style chiminea [4]. A coat of white paint later and you will have a brand new and very expensive looking piece!
Bonfire Style
Adding an outdoor firepit area doesn't have to be a fancy endeavor. Liz from Love Grows Wild created this casual harvest-themed bonfire [5] in her backyard that is both simple to set up as well as extra Instagram-worthy. Just be sure to completely surround your intended space with medium to large rocks or stones, and you will already be halfway there.
Stone Firepit
With the help of a firepit kit from Lowe's plus a few added extras, Melissa from The Inspired Room was able to create this professional-looking nook [6] in her own backyard. The rustic vibe from the stones plus the cozy campfire set-up are just two of the reasons why this should be your next weekend project.
Four-Step Firepit
The Beautiful Mess promises that you can create your own backyard firepit in only four steps using their simple yet informative tutorial [8]. And obviously, steps five, six, and seven all include friends, laughs, and endless s'mores.
Firepit with Concrete Pavers
If you already own a firepit but don't have an ideal place for it outside, Dana from House*Tweaking has you covered with this concrete surface tutorial [9]. After the purchase of several affordable concrete pavers and a few simple installation instructions, you will have the perfect leveled ground for housing your firepit in no time.