A rustic fire pit will turn your backyard into a cozy gathering space after dark. Build a fire pit from natural or repurposed materials like brick, stone, pavers, or cast iron. Choose a round ...

• Fire pit wall materials (retaining wall bricks, pavers, cement bricks, poured cement, or recycled materials, plus adhesive) • Tools (shovel, tamper, tape measurer, cement scraper).

"Fire pits can be made from many materials, including pavers, concrete, stone, metal and clay brick," says Joe Raboine, the vice president of design at Belgard.

Fire pits are great focal points for cozy gatherings no matter what they’re made of. They’re ideal for casual or intimate ...