How to Make a DIY Tabletop Fire Pit: Your Guide
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Every year, we take a week-long family vacation to the mountains and spend a lot of time on our front porch together. It’s a special spot for us to catch up, tell stories, watch wildlife, and let life slow down. When we first get to camp, we set up chairs on the porch and break out the tiki torches. This year, I decided to make a DIY tabletop fire bowl for us to enjoy every time we gathered on the porch.
Whether you want to add a sense of warmth and ambiance to your patio, porch, or deck, or you’re trying to keep away the mosquitos while enjoying some time outside, a DIY tabletop fire pit can be a wonderful addition to your space! Here’s how to make a how to make a tabletop fire pit!
Materials
Wide, Shallow Planter
Fire-Resistant Stones/Rocks
Tiki Torch Fuel
Directions
1. Choose Your Planter
First, you’ll want to find a planter that will work well for this project. We recommend choosing a wide, shallow planter made from clay, stone, or cement that has a drainage hole at the bottom.
2. Add The Tiki Torch
Once you have your planter, you’ll want to place your tiki torch in the bottom center. Depending on the depth of your planter, you may have to place a few flat, fire-resistant stones/rocks at the bottom and then set your tiki torch on top.
3. Add Fire-Resistant Stones/Rocks
Next, you’ll fill your planter with fire-resistant stones/rocks so that the tiki torch is completely surrounded.
4. Add Tiki Torch Fuel
After your DIY tabletop fire pit has been put together, you’ll want to unscrew the top of your tiki torch to add tiki fuel.
5. Light Your DIY Tabletop Fire Bowl
The last step is to simply light your tiki torch and enjoy!
Both beautiful and functional, this tabletop fire pit will make a wonderful addition to your outdoor living space!