ASHWELL FIRE PIT SIENNA QUARRY GRAY TAN AUTUMN BLEND. Plan Date: June 2016

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1 ASHWELL FIRE PIT QUARRY GRAY SIENNA TAN AUTUMN BLEND Plan Date: June 2016 Approximate Weight: 1,300 lbs Approximate Size: 4 2 Ext. 3 0 Intr. 1 2 H

2 BELGIAN WALL BLOCKS KIT MATERIALS Color Quarry Gray Sienna Tan Autumn Blend Small Wedge PRODUCT: Belgian Wedge Belgian Wall Small Block 36 Round Fire Pit Insert DESCRIPTION Color of Choice Color of Choice Heavy Duty Steel QUANTITY ADDITIONAL MATERIALS PRODUCT: SKU# DESCRIPTION QUANTITY Pea Gravel PROvantage Landscape Adhesive cu. ft. 10 oz Tube Belgian Wall Small Block Belgian Wedge 32 PREPARE

3 INSTRUCTIONS: These plans will walk you through each step as you Prepare, Assemble and Enjoy the new addition to your yard. Check out the Progress Bar at the bottom of each page to track your advancements as you complete each phase of your project! RESPONSIBILITIES: It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, codes and regulations for any project. Proper safety precautions must be taken prior to and during the construction of each project. Please follow standard safety guidelines and wear necessary protective equipment when building and using your new backyard addition. FOUNDATION: A solid foundation is necessary to prevent settling and tilting of each project. We recommend using a leveling pad, unless local building code requires you to pour a concrete foundation or build another type of foundation. ***Fire ring should be placed on stone, dirt or sand surfaces. Pavers or concrete can be installed around fire ring, but should not be under fire ring. Fire Ring should not be placed on wood or composite decking surfaces. TIPS FOR BUILDING LEVELING PADS: Choose the location for the completed project; place and mark the position of the base layer of blocks. Once marked, remove the blocks and the organic top soil within the marked area. If applicable to your area, create a leveling pad with a non-frost susceptible, well graded, compacted angular gravel-sand mixture with fines (GW as per ASTM D248). The leveling pad should be a minimum of 4 to 6 inches thick. For leveling pads greater than 8 thick, the fill material shall be placed in more than one lift. Each layer or lift of fill material shall be leveled and compacted to a 9% Standard Proctor density before moving on. Once the top layer of fill material is compacted and level, place the base layer of blocks. The base layer should sit 1 to 2 inches below grade to help further prevent shifting. Use additional fill material to level the base layer as needed. * If a concrete slab is required, prepare a leveling pad using the procedures listed in the paragraphs above. The concrete shall have a minimum compressive strength of 200 psi. A 4-inch thick concrete slab should be more than sufficient. A thickened edge and reinforcement of the leveling slabs may be required. Please consult a professional engineer for specific requirements. PREPARE TOOL CHECK LIST Level Protective Equipment Utility Knife Rubber Mallet Caulk Gun Tape Measure BEFORE YOU BEGIN: Please research and follow local building codes prior to the excavation, construction and assembly of your project. Whether you plan to build the project yourself or to hire a professional, every project requires a call to mark your utility lines. Exercise caution when you work with Concrete Block designs. Wear protective safety equipment such as safety glasses, dust masks, gloves and a hard hat. 3

4 TABLE OF CONTENTS PREPARE: Materials List Tool Check List Foundation Guidelines ASSEMBLE: Level 1 - Level ASHWELL FIRE PIT DIMENSIONS 36 Interior Diameter ENJOY: Finished Elevations Use and Care Instructions More Concrete Block Ideas TECHNIQUES Fasten each layer of block together with 1/4-3/8 bead of landscape adhesive on all bottom block faces unless otherwise noted. Refer to the landscape adhesive s application instructions for proper use. * Do not over apply adhesive. It may reduce effectiveness. Use mineral spirits to remove any unwanted adhesive. 4 PREPARE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Follow suggestions on page 3 to build a proper foundation before starting your new project. If not already set, place the first level of block 1-2 below grade, level and fill in any gaps. Use Level 1 as a reference to place the blocks for all remaining levels. Refer to the illustrations on the following pages to guide you through each step. Prior to adhering each level to the previously laid block, place the entire level of blocks and check to make sure the fire pit insert fits properly. Remove small sections at a time to place the adhesive. Once all levels are complete, position the insert into the finished pit. Fill the base of the pit, up to and slightly above the bottom of the metal insert, with gravel. Wait a minimum of two days before starting a fire.

5 Level 1 Level 2 To ensure the correct dimesions of the completed fire pit, test fit the 36 Steel Fire Ring before securing this layer and moving on. Adjust the Belgian stones accordingly in the ring if it does not fit snuggly around the insert. Level 3 Level 4 ASSEMBLE

6 FIRE PIT ELEVATIONS Top View Side View 6 ENJOY

7 Use and Maintenance With proper use and maintenance you can enjoy this new addition to your landscape for years to come. Fire Pit Use: When using your fire pit, always following burning regulations in your area and never leave a fire unattended. Keep the fire within the metal insert; any exposure of the flames directly to the concrete blocks may cause blackening or cracking of the blocks. Keep gravel or sand up to and above the base of the metal insert to protect the blocks from direct flame exposure. The gravel base provides drainage and helps protect any blocks that are positioned below the bottom of the metal insert. Fire Pit Maintenance: Clean your fire pit often. Wait until the fire has burned out completely and all ashes have cooled before cleaning the fire pit. Begin by removing the larger pieces of debris; the remaining ash can be scooped out and/or lightly sprayed with a hose to rinse through the gravel. ENJOY 7