REDNECK RECYCLING: Consists of recycling, reforming and reusing of everything they get their hands on. Redneck Recycling is not: Separating glass, plastic, paper and aluminum. Reuse, Reduce and Recycle in Redneck terms = Recoup, Rig, Repurpose
Since most rednecks love nothing more than sitting outside after a long day relaxing with a beer next to the fire, it’s no wonder that making DIY recycled fire pits from repurposed scrap materials has practically become an art form in redneck culture. As Jeff Foxworthy might say, you know you’re a redneck when your backyard barbecue is made from an abandoned shopping cart . . . or an old tractor tire rim, barrel, or washing machine tub! Looking for an inexpensive way to create the perfect DIY backyard fire pit? Learn the redneck secrets for turning junk into one of these backyard gems.
The Barrel Pit
This fire pit is made from an old barrel and old horseshoes. If you have these two redneck staple pieces lying around your yard (or know of a scrapyard where you can pick them up for next to nothing), you’re well on your way to making a portable outdoor fire pit to light up your nights. Find an old grill top in your rummaging? Then get ready for some redneck barbecue!
Materials
Steel barrel 4 old horse shoes Salvaged grill top (optional) Metal saw and welding tools Basic cleaning solution
How to Make
Once you’ve found the perfect barrel, clean it out before proceeding. Since steel barrels are generally used to carry oil or other gunky stuff, you want to make sure all residue is removed first before lighting a fire in it. Use the cleaner for this and rinse thoroughly. Ah, the simple life! Source Credit – http://www.fireplacemall.com
The Repurposed Grill Fire Pit
If lounging in a lawn chair under the stars with your feet stretched out before a roaring fire sounds like a little slice of heaven, here’s how to turn this redneck fantasy into redneck reality! Got an old grill tucked away in the back of the shed? Then you’re all set.
Materials
Grill bottom Metal Saw
How to Make
Now, the fun part: Stretch out those tired dogs and relax!
The Wheelbarrow Fire Pit
Got an old wheelbarrow? Then you’ve got yourself a fire pit! Simply add wood and light. If the wheels still work, you can move the fire pit around the yard to keep you warm wherever you go. You can also keep it stationary by blocking the wheels.
Materials
Old Wheelbarrow Working wheels (If you want it to be portable) Cement Bricks
How to Make
Get ready for a barrow full of redneck fun!
The Shopping Cart Pit
Well lookie here, an abandoned shopping cart with no identifying store name on it whatsoever. Bring it to the dump? Not if you’re a redneck! If you can get your hands on some wire mesh, a little scrap metal, and you have some basic know-how of metal welding, the ultimate conversation fire pit could be yours!
Materials
Discarded shopping cart with chrome finish 27″ x 8′ steel lath (wire mesh) to line all of the four sides of the cart and basket Steel drip edge flashing Steel corner bead 3 cookie sheets or flat scrap sheet metal Hinges (To connect the spark screen to the shopping cart) Handle 1 pr Steel hurricane ties Nuts and bolts
How to Make
If the wheels are still working, this is a completely mobile redneck work of fire pit art. You can even use the undercarriage to store extra wood!
The Old Pot Pit
Grandma’s old cast iron or copper pot not getting much use anymore? Put your inner redneck to work and turn that unused cauldron into a fire pit with lots of charm.
Materials
Grandma’s old, large cast iron or copper cauldron or pot Bricks or stones
How to Make
If Grandma’s got an old grill grate she’s willing to part with, you’re in business! No more stew, though–get ready to barbecue!
The Steel Roofing Fire Ring
Have some strips of roofing metal left over from your last repair job? Well, don’tcha ya know it, you are in luck. It’s finally time to build that backyard fire ring!
Materials
Left over corrugated steel or pole barn roofing Bricks, stone, etc. Metal roofing screws (bolt style with washer)
How to Make
That’s pretty darn elegant, if we do say so ourselves. If you like the redneck ethos for recycling wherever you can, but don’t necessarily like the redneck “look,” this project may be you! Use these simple steps to bring out your inner redneck and throw an outdoor party that will wow your friends. Cold beer, warm fire… Ah, the simple joys of the redneck life!
