Directions for Building an Outdoor Grill

Prepare delicious meals on your homemade outdoor grill.

An outdoor grill can either be a portable or permanent structure, but a permanent grill will add value to your home and outdoor living space. An outdoor grill can also be used as a fire pit, becoming a focal point for casual get-togethers. Build the grill in a safe place away from trees or buildings to prevent a potential fire hazard. Building an outdoor grill is a project that almost anyone can complete with no problem.

Things You'll Need

• Shovel
• Metal tire rim
• Hose
• Fire bricks or large stones
• Ready-light charcoal
• Matches
• Grill rack

Instructions

1. Dig a hole for the grill, using a shovel. The hole must be large enough to fit the entire tire rim. The rim will act as the wall of the grill and the metal will give added protection from a potential fire hazard.

2. Insert the tire rim into the hole and push the loose soil around it, packing it down with your hands. Dampen the soil on the inside of the rim with a garden hose and press the soil down firmly to create even ground.

3. Lay down large stones or bricks around the tire rim.

4. Pour ready-light charcoal into your new permanent outdoor grill and light with a match.

5. Place the cooking rack on top of the grill once the flames have died down and the charcoal has turned into hot coals and have turned a grayish color. The grill rack should be at least 2 inches larger than the tire rim so it rests securely on top.

References

• The Firepit and Grilling Guru: Creative Homemade Fire Pit Ideas