Summary: Learn how to build a barbeque, build a bbq, build a barbecue, prepare a position and lay the bricks.
Barbeques built in brick have become very popular. The positioning of the barbeque will need to be thought through carefully before you start building. It is not a good idea to have it in direct view from the house or somewhere too remote.
The size of the brickwork frame you will be constructing will be determined by the size of the grill and charcoal pan, so purchase these first. For convenience build it reasonably close to the kitchen. Safety is a major consideration, so position the barbeque away from fire hazards such as fences, trellis, hedges and trees.
Before you begin to build the structure, a firm and level base is essential. This is best achieved by positioning the barbecue on a patio. If this is not possible, then a concrete foundation will be required.
Once you have a level surface lay the bricks without mortar in a double L-shape. By doing this, you can check that the corners are perfect right angles, and that the charcoal pan will fit as required. Use chalk to draw around the laid-out bricks and move the bricks out of the way.
Once you have a level surface lay the bricks without mortar in a double L-shape, check the corners are perfect right angles, and the charcoal pan fits.
ON reaching the sixth or seventh course lay three bricks on each side of the wall at right angles, so they stick out of both sides to support the charcoal tray.
The finished barbeque.
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