DIY Bbq Plans

A large grill is a great addition to any garden, as it enhances its look and adds value to the property. If you want something unique, you could build a traditional barbecue island, using regulars bricks and several stainless steel appliances. Nevertheless, if you want to keep the expenditures under control, use concrete blocks to build the walls and then cover them with bricks. Last but not least, cover the  countertop with ceramic tile, granite, stone or travertine, . 

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You could also try to build a bbq smoker, if you like to cook them meat in an unique manner. If you want a small scale project, it would be a great idea to transform a can in a small smoker. Afterwards, if it works and you like the taste of the meat, you could build a larger barbeque with a smoker.



There are many sizes, designs and shapes you could use when building the barbeque. Study carefully the options and choose the one that fits your needs and tastes. Work with great care and judgement if you want to obtain a professional result. 


After choosing the right bbq plans for your needs, buy all materials required for the job, to have them at hand when constructing the barbecue island. Measure the opening and the size of the accessories, before fitting them into place. Compute how many tiles you need for your barbeque island, otherwise they might not be enough. 

Check the local building codes to see how thick the slab must be, before digging in the ground. Finish the concrete slab with a nice straight edge, in order to get the job done in a professional manner.

Let the concrete dry out for several days before laying the concrete blocks into place. While the back and the side walls have to be continuous, leave enough space in the front, to install the doors. Before gluing the concrete blocks into place, make sure one last time the appliances fit into place.

Last but not least, cover the exterior faces of the barbeque with bricks. Remove the excess mortar, making sure the lines between the bricks are consistent.

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Building a Simple  Barbeque 

Outdoor barbeques have become more and popular, as there come at a decent price, but have a huge impact on the look of your backyard. If you want to surprise the loved ones and impress your friends, building a small barbeque could be a smart choice.

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After you know the legal requirements related to this kind of project, we recommend you to search for outdoor bbq plans that fit your needs and tastes

The size of the barbeque could vary significantly, therefore you should assess these aspects from the very beginning. If you want to build the bbq in your garden, a small surface of 20 sq ft is quire enough for the main construction. Nevertheless, you should consider building a beautiful patio, in order to set a wooden table with several chairs.

On the other hand, if you want a small gas or electrical barbeque, you could place it inside your house. Nevertheless, you should read the manufacturer's instructions with great care and pay attention to the safety considerations.

If you really want an unique barbeque, we recommend you to build one by yourself in the backyard, even if the total costs will be higher than a common stainless steel appliance. Therefore, buy the materials and the tools required for the job and lay out the foundation in a professional manner, using batter boards.

If you really want to impress the loved ones with an amazing project, you should consider adding a pizza oven and large concrete counter-top to your project. Taking into consideration there are many outdoor pizza oven plans, you should take the final decision according to your needs and tastes. Assess the alternatives with great care and


Buying a Barbeque Kit

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Nevertheless, if you don't have enough time or skills to undertake the project by yourself, we recommend you to buy a professional kit. These kits are designed by reputable companies that have spend a significant amount of time searching for the most efficient materials and shape.

The bbq kits come with all the components required for the job, as well as with the mortars and other accessories.

Just follow the step by step instructions included in the kit and ask a friend to assist you when assembling the components. Don't forget to let the mortar to dry out properly (at least one week), before making the first fire inside the pizza oven.


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