Many of us associate cozy gatherings in nature with a fire and aromatic barbecue. The process of cooking meat over hot coals creates a soulful, but at the same time solemn atmosphere. A high-quality grill makes it easier to prepare a delicious dish.

Several types of materials are used to make this structure. This is mainly: brick or metal. How to make a barbecue with your own hands? You will find the answer to this question in our article. Presented here detailed diagrams and drawings of homemade structures.

Model project

Before you start making a barbecue, you need to decide what material this product will be made of. Experienced craftsmen suggest making an additional system of protection against climatic conditions.

A cozy gazebo with a barbecue in the countryside adds a piece of warmth and comfort to the process friendly get-togethers. Here you can also hide from rain, wind and scorching sun. A partially open veranda or terrace is ideal for solving this problem.

More experienced craftsmen, prefer complex instructions for barbecues. Here, in addition to barbecue, you can bake bread, cook food and much more. Standard parameters such structures are:

• height 1.5m;
• width 1.6 m;
• The oven depth is from 0.6 to 0.8 m.

Before you begin building such a structure, you must first make a strip foundation. There may be additional niches and a spacious storage system.

Making a barbecue out of brick with your own hands is quite simple. The initial step will be to compile detailed project. Next, we proceed to arranging the zero base. The size of the foundation must correspond to the dimensions of the structure.

If the fire area will be located on the street, then it is not recommended to do so here. complex structures. The optimal solution would be parameters of 0.5 x 0.8 m. Here you can place from 5 to 10 skewers with meat.

There are hundreds of drawings of barbecues on the Internet, each of which has its own characteristic features and appearance. Designs differ in type of material and size.

Metal grill

Products made of iron are especially popular. They are distinguished by their durability and aesthetic appearance.

As a rule, they are a complex two-tier composition. In the upper part there are hot coals, and in the lower part there is an ash removal system.

More simple option is a barbecue made from a cylinder. Finished product It turns out roomy and spacious. In addition to barbecue, you can cook vegetables and a lot of other food here. On one side of the cylinder, thin rods are welded using an electric welding machine. In the future they will act as a grill.

To build a metal barbecue, we will need the following materials and equipment:

• Bulgarian;
• thin metal rods;
• semi-automatic welding machine;
• electrodes;
• metal supports;
• powder paint;
• sprayer for pigment compositions.

The process of making an iron barbecue is divided into several stages:

• We mark the future hole on the surface of the barrel or cylinder.
• Next, along the contour, we begin to cut out the upper part of the metal base. We make shallow notches on the sides. This is where the skewers with meat will be located in the future.
• To make a lid, we attach hinges to the cut part. Next, we fix the other end of the mechanism to the side of the grill. This will help to easily open and close the structure during operation.
• At the bottom we begin to attach the support legs. The height of the base ranges from 0.5 to 1 m.
• When the product is almost assembled, you can proceed to making the grill. To do this, we weld thin metal rods to one of the side parts of the cylinder.
• We make a handle on the lid. The thicker the metal, the less it heats up.
• The finished product is coated with black powder paint. During operation, it does not burn out and does not emit harmful toxic compounds. The photo of the barbecue shows the entire sequence of the work process.

Photos of do-it-yourself barbecues

Barbecue masters can prepare this dish even in the middle of a deep forest without a single device for this. But it’s still much nicer and more convenient to use reliable, proven and durable devices for cooking outdoors. But most often this process occurs with the participation of barbecues.

Peculiarities

The most common barbecue device is a metal grill.

Here are its main advantages.

• Simplicity. Most often, a barbecue is a box with legs, into which firewood or coals are poured, a fire is built, and skewers with meat or a grill with vegetables are placed on top.
• Mobility. Some metal models can be used anywhere: on the ground, on concrete platform, on the terrace and even on the sandy beach.
• Functionality. Even the simplest inventions can be decorated with ornate forging, which can serve as additional hooks for hanging skewers or a net. You can build a structure with a roof or with additional shelves.

• Safety. The metal does not burn, does not melt and does not create fires. And this is a big plus.
• Economical. Even if you don’t have the necessary material and desire to make a metal grill yourself, you will spend a small amount of money on its purchase.

The disadvantages include not always aesthetic appearance and the fragility of some models. However, all these nuances are eliminated and adjusted individually for each user and for each case.

The unique feature of metal barbecues is that you can easily make them yourself.

To do this you do not need to have any special knowledge or skills. You just need to decide on the model and materials, listen to the advice of professionals or simply knowledgeable people, and also be sure that your plan will be realized 100%.

Design and principle of operation

When starting to look at the device from bottom to top, you definitely need to pay attention to the legs. As a rule, these are four metal corners, pointed downwards, so that they can be stuck into the ground. The height of this element is selected individually if the product is made to order. In construction and gardening stores, you will most likely come across standard universal models with a length of 80 to 120 cm. Metal reinforcing rods are sometimes chosen as this element; some craftsmen resort to a forged design of the base of the barbecue.

There are also unique homemade structures installed on the lower iron part sewing machines, unusable tables, etc. Almost anything is used that is stable on any surface and can withstand the weight of a metal box and its contents during cooking over a fire.

The steel box, which consists of four sidewalls and a bottom, represents the basis of the barbecue structure. Often bottom part This box is made reinforced to increase the service life of the entire structure. The side walls must be perforated so that heat does not accumulate in one place and air circulation occurs. Thus, a kind of blower is created, like in stoves.

On the upper edges of the long sides of the metal box, recesses are made, into which skewers are then very conveniently inserted. This allows minimizing the movement of mini-spits on metal.

The principle of operation of such barbecues is known to everyone. Coals or logs of firewood are laid out at the bottom of a metal box and a fire is lit. When the fire dies down and only coals, ash and the heat from them remain in the grill, skewers with pre-prepared meat or vegetables are laid out on the structure in orderly rows. The heat in the hearth is maintained by improvised means, which create a powerful flow of air into the structure, but do not re-light the fire in the ashes.

Types of structures

As for various designs, which involve comfortable cooking of barbecue, then you should first understand the main types of metal barbecues.

There are four types in total.

• Disposable. Grill on a quick fix. Everything that can be found nearby is used - from tin cans up to two U-shaped metal profiles.
• Stationary. The second step in the evolution of metal barbecues. Simple, economical, sustainable. Can be used both outdoors and under a canopy. If necessary, you can add a roof, a hood (or even a chimney), a pot stand and a double bottom.

• Collapsible. It differs from the stationary one in the way that the barbecue elements are attached to each other. In the first, all joints are spot welded. In the second, they are screwed with metal bolts or hinges, which allows it to be disassembled for a time when it is not in use.
• Folding. Original models of mobile barbecues made of metal, which are very convenient to store right in the trunk of a car in case of a sudden trip to nature. They are suitcases into which you can put skewers and folding legs. metal structure.

Each of the modifications has both positive aspects, and disadvantages. By making a metal barbecue with your own hands, you take responsibility for its design and operation. And this is to your advantage.

Having decided to take this important step, you can plan to have a smokehouse or barbecue grill.

Some projects also include a lid in the overall design of the barbecue. By covering the kebab maker, you can ensure the fastest preparation of your dish and be sure that all the most valuable and beneficial properties and the vitamins will be preserved in it.

In order for proper air circulation to occur inside the metal barbecue box, it is better to make slits, called a blower, at the bottom of the sides of the structure. Special holes with a diameter of 10-12 mm are made in the bottom so that the oxygen entering these holes burns out, thereby enriching the meat over the fire.

For the legs of barbecues, they are sometimes easily used metal rods or even pipes. The main thing is to cut, weld or fasten it to the main structure correctly.

Craftsmen They make metal barbecues practically out of thin air.

So, there are options from a barrel, a gas cylinder, and even from the drum of an automatic washing machine.

Drawings and dimensions

Before you start production process, it’s worth deciding on the model, size, and material. The next step will be to create a small but correct project plan, in which you need to display all the nuances and necessary numbers. The sketch should show a schematic representation of the future structure.

Let's look at the main components and tools that will be needed for the job.

• Sheet of metal or pieces thereof. The thickness of the material, according to the recommendations of professionals, ranges from 3 to 5-7 mm. Of course, the higher this indicator, the longer the service life of the metal structure itself will be. In this case, it is convenient to manufacture a prefabricated structure, when the bottom can be made denser and the walls thinner.
• Metal corners or profile pipes. The first ones are suitable both for arranging the legs of the barbecue and for strengthening the thin-walled sides of the box. Pipes are only suitable for creating two pairs of legs on which the entire structure will stand.

• Grinder with metal discs.
• Drill for drilling ventilation holes or holes for fastenings.
• A welding machine, if you decide to make a stationary grill from one or more sheets of metal.

The main dimensions of a standard stationary metal grill are shown in the diagram. But to make your measurements, you need to understand why these particular numbers were chosen. The width of the box is always based on the length of the skewers minus 8-10 cm. On average, it will be somewhere around 30 cm.

The length depends on the number of skewers that will be simultaneously used in preparing kebabs. The distance from one semi-finished product to another is also taken into account here, because they should not fit tightly to each other. So, the figure taken as a basis is 10 cm per one threaded skewer.

The depth of the metal barbecue box is clearly calculated and has parameters of 20-25 cm. This distance is enough to fry the meat, but not burn it. If the depth is made more than 25 cm, fuel consumption and barbecue cooking time will increase.

There are also original mini-models, all sizes of which will have to be cut down, depending on the reduction of the layout itself.

They usually have short legs and are located close to the ground. But even such designs look beautiful and practical thanks to a systematic and careful approach to manufacturing and assembly.

Step-by-step manufacturing instructions

It's worth understanding step by step process creating stationary metal barbecues with your own hands.

The first step is marking. On a single sheet of metal we draw the disassembled silhouette of the future structure. You should get a cross.

The second step is to cut out the drawn figure using a grinder. Next you will need to bend all the sides and weld them together. The box is ready.

Then we drill holes in the bottom for air and cut air vents in the walls of the box. Here it is also important to observe a certain system. The holes must be approximately the same distance from each other and from the edges of the box. Approximately - about 60 mm in one row.

Considering that the holes are located in checkerboard pattern, then the distance from the bottom to the top is only 30 mm. This is necessary to ensure that oxygen enters the grill evenly.

The next step is to cut grooves to securely fix the skewers on the grill. These “teeth” are located on the upper side of the long sidewalls of the structure. The manufacture and fastening of the legs is planned to be done last.

The stationary metal grill is ready. You can attach additional handles to it (for ease of moving from place to place), hooks, grilles and even wheels for transportation.

You can make a collapsible iron grill for your dacha yourself.

All work is carried out in four stages.

1. Marking and cutting out the walls and bottom. All elements must be drawn taking into account the allowance for folded seams.
2. We make blowers and air ducts in the walls and bottom.
3. On the allowances left when cutting the elements, holes are made for attaching them to each other.
4. The legs will also be attached without welding. Suitable here metal corner, which is screwed to the box with fireproof screws or self-tapping screws. Also great idea There will be the use of tubes on which it is necessary to make a thread, and weld bolts to the structure and screw the tube legs into them.

A homemade collapsible iron grill can be used for its intended purpose immediately after all work is completed.

After cooking, it can be easily folded and stored in the shed or garage. It won't take up much space and won't get in the way.

A traveling “suitcase” can also be easily made at home. To do this, you need to make a drawing on a metal sheet, where 4 cm is added to each side. Holes are made on the long sides. The bottom and walls are fastened together with door canopies. Bolts are welded to the bottom to secure the legs. We complement the design with a hook and loop so that the grill itself does not fall apart. We weld a handle to the side to make it convenient to carry the metal “suitcase”, even if you are traveling to nature on public transport.

Making an original kebab maker from scrap materials is as easy as shelling pears. The most popular projects today are barbecues made from metal barrel, from a gas cylinder and a washing machine drum.

The barrel design can combine two functions at once: a barbecue grill and a smokehouse.

There are at least three ways to make it. In the first case, the barrel is placed on its side, its upper part is cut out, leaving the ends intact. The cut out lid is attached to the main body of the future barbecue using ordinary door canopies. Legs, for example, metal rods, are welded to the ends of the barrel. At the cut line of the upper part welding machine corners are attached on which notches are made to secure the skewers.

The second option for cutting a barrel is to divide it into two parts. Having exposed the base of the grill to flat surface, make a vertical cut from the top to the bottom. The percentage of parts can be different: from 30/70 to 50/50. But the lower one must be greater than or equal to the upper one. Then the whole process happens identically.

Making the perfect smoker is also easy. But for this you will need two barrels. One will become the base cabinet for the smokehouse, inside which a fire will be built. The second will be cut into two parts horizontally and will become the smoking unit itself. Sawdust must be placed on the bottom of this barrel. The lid must be kept closed throughout the entire process.

Making a metal barbecue from a used gas cylinder is schematically very similar to the same process for a barrel.

The main nuance that you should pay attention to is preparing the used container for use.

The cylinder must be at least 50 liters in volume for the grill to turn out well. The next step is to clean the container from any remaining gas.

To do this you need to do three steps.

1. release the remaining gas through the valve and turn the cylinder upside down;
2. moisten the valve with soapy water; if bubbles or a corresponding odor appear, the gas has not yet completely come out, you need to wait;
3. Rinse the empty container.

In order to carry out the third step as safely as possible, it is recommended to perform this procedure with an assistant.

First of all, while one is sawing off the tap with a grinder, the other periodically pours water over the cut area so that sparks do not get inside and react with the residue gaseous substance on the walls of the cylinder.

A hose is inserted into the resulting hole, from which water is supplied under good pressure. While the liquid is flowing inside, the container is periodically shaken to thoroughly wash all the walls. Fill the container full and leave for several days. After the allotted time, the water is drained, but remember that this is already poison. To remove the acrid smell of gas from the cylinder, it is burned inside before starting to make a barbecue from it. Further manipulations look and are performed in the same way as in the case of a metal barrel.

Original designs barbecues are made from old cars. Using the hood and front part of the old one vehicle, you can get an excellent heat-resistant and unusual grill with a lid.

The simplest is considered to be a barbecue made from improvised means.

The fastest and most durable in this category is a fryer made from the drum of an automatic washing machine. The average time required for processing is 10-15 minutes. The main condition is to find the drum. You can use it completely, or you can cut off the unnecessary part if you think it is too tall. As for the support, the convenience of this option is that it can be placed directly on the ground, bricks or stones. Or you can make legs specially for it from rebar rods. Both options are worth considering. Choose it individually for yourself.

It is impossible to get by with just assembling the component parts of a metal barbecue. There are a number of features in the operation of this device that need to be adopted and implemented to improve its functional qualities and performance characteristics.

After all the manufacturing work is completed, it is necessary to clean the finished grill from dirt and rust. To remove the latter use grinder or a drill with a special attachment.

The inner walls of the grill do not need to be cleaned of carbon deposits during operation. It is believed that this is what gives kebabs a special aroma and “health”.

It happens in two stages:

1. degreasing the surface;
2. keeping the grill elements in a caustic soda solution for about one and a half hours.

This treatment will not only provide a special heat-protective film, but will also protect the metal from corrosion for the entire period of operation of the device.

If in general design are used wooden parts, should be given special attention and their treatment with various antiseptic, moisture-resistant and heat-repellent agents.

The place where you plan to place the barbecue must be cleared in advance of dry grass, branches or other flammable objects, and be sure to place a container with sand nearby, which will be used to extinguish the fire in the event of a fire.

To prevent the acrid smoke from the fire from interfering with cooking and enjoying nature, you can independently build a hood for a metal barbecue. It is made from the same material as the outdoor cooking device. It differs from standard barbecue structures installed indoors in that it looks like a cut-down pipe. The area of ​​the hood dome is usually equal to the area of ​​the grill itself. This allows you to minimize the emission of smoke outside the cooking area. The hood dome is welded to the grill body. Here it is also important to take into account the mass of the structure so that everything stands stable together.

Beautiful examples

An original stationary metal grill made with forged elements. In this case, the forged parts are a table-stand for a brazier. There is a space under the table for storing firewood or coals, so you don’t have to run far for them. Such a barbecue will not be light, but quite mobile. That is, moving it to a convenient place or storing it in a shed for the winter will not be difficult. Forged products o

A metal grill with a roof allows you to cook over a fire even in bad weather. If you don’t have a canopy or gazebo in your yard, but want meat or vegetables fried over a fire, this option is great solution. In addition, the design is equipped with a stand for installing a cauldron and also convenient place for fuel placement.

Unusual models are also found among stationary barbecues. Two large wheels are very successfully attached to the legs of this design. Imitating a garden wheelbarrow, the device easily moves around your site and stands firmly and steadily where you need it.

This configuration of metal barbecues in the shape of a boot is quite common. It combines a kebab maker, a barbecue maker and even the ability to cook meat on a spit. A convenient grid table allows you to optimally arrange everything necessary tools and the ingredients are on hand.

A folding metal grill when packed resembles a suitcase. This allows you to take it with you wherever and whenever you want. If necessary, you can put skewers and other necessary items inside. The only disadvantage of this design is the height. It is as compact as possible, and therefore you will only have to cook on it while sitting.

Another example of a suitcase barbecue, which is already equipped with legs. These additional spare parts are conveniently folded inside the box, which is closed with a special clasp so that nothing falls apart. The photo also shows other models of folding barbecues, which are also compact in size and easy to use.

A spacious stationary grill made of sheet metal with the addition of forged patterns. It is also equipped with a device for cooking in a cauldron, has a convenient mini side table and space for firewood or dishes under the box itself.

The original way install a hood over the barbecue. Suitable for those who do not want to fix the kebab maker in one place and install a bulky exhaust structure in the gazebo or on the veranda. All the nuances have already been taken into account here. Some manufacturers even offer benches and chairs in the same style.

A fabulous barbecue in the form of a carriage with a roof will not leave even the most skeptical buyer indifferent. However, the price of such a forged model may not be the most pleasant value. One of the features of this design is the presence of a lid on the kebab grill.

The original hearth comes from the front of the car. This allows you not only to surprise your guests and get convenient device for cooking over fire. Thanks to this non-standard approach you also get rid of an unnecessary vehicle that was just taking up space.

Chic wrought iron grill in the form of a house on wheels, equipped with a roof and a chimney, will become a true decoration of your site. The design is bulky, but it allows you to cook for a large group at once, both on skewers and on a barbecue grid.

You can find a lot of beautiful and practical examples of metal barbecues. It is important to remember all the important safety features when using them so that the external aesthetics do not turn into trouble. Making metal barbecues for your own use with your own strength and hands is a responsible and creative process that requires concentration, caution and an individual approach.

To learn how to make a metal grill with your own hands, watch the video below.

Spring-summer holidays, blooming gardens, warm weather- all this is connected with relaxation and relaxation in nature. In the evenings, the garden plot of a dacha or private house can be used for relaxation in combination with dinner made in the open air. Metal barbecues are very popular. Thanks to them you can prepare very delicious dishes. You don't have to limit yourself fried meat, since vegetarians will also find many ideas to satisfy their culinary needs. The variety of metal barbecues in the photo will allow you to see what kind of braziers exist today. Thus, with the onset of good weather, decorate your garden with high-quality and beautiful barbecue, invite friends and family for a barbecue, relax in the lap of nature and gain strength for the upcoming work week.

Metal barbecues: photos of classic and extraordinary models

Who doesn't love barbecue or grilled food? fresh air, on a summer evening? This is a great time to relax and spend time with family and friends in the countryside. If you have a garden, you can install a metal grill in it - stationary or mobile, depending on your needs. In addition, do not forget about various accessories and consumables, such as a broom with a spatula and coal with firewood. Modern garden grills made of metal are distinguished not only by their varied shapes, but also by their durability. A good addition Grilled meals can include delicacies served from your own smokehouse or directly from the hearth. Check out the huge variety of metal Dutch ovens in the photo gallery.

Barbecues with metal roof

Popular charcoal grates can be purchased for a fraction of the cost. This is most suitable for people who need a portable barbecue before building a permanent one. Portable stoves are usually made of thick steel sheet coated with fire-resistant paint and the grates are made of stainless steel. You can also buy cast iron grates that are nearly indestructible. More and more charcoal roasters have a lid, which reduces roasting time and protects food from drying out. Thanks to this, the coal does not ignite open flame, but it burns efficiently, which is better for the health of the eater and the taste of the finished dishes.

Dimensions of a metal grill: which option to choose?

Gourmets emphasize that the smell and taste of smoky grilled food is incomparable to anything else. To select a roaster that in the best possible way meets your needs, consider first the specifics of your picnic experience. How often will you cook outdoors? How many people will eat? You should pay attention not only to the design, but also to the size of the grill. If you don't plan on building a garden fireplace, just buy a portable grill, given how much space you can spare in warehouses for storage iron structure for frying in the off-season. The device itself should be easy to assemble and disassemble. A high-quality grill is easy to clean, and its handles do not get hot.

Optimal length, width and depth of the grill

When choosing the size of the grill, consider how many people on average will use this structure. So, the number of skewers placed at the same time depends on the length. For example, the most popular option is a meter length, because a dozen skewers can easily fit on such a roasting pan. The width should be approximately thirty centimeters. Six to eight pieces on a skewer can easily fit into a structure up to 25 centimeters wide. If you choose more than thirty centimeters, then a lot of heat will go into the air, reducing the functionality of the grill. The optimal depth is fifteen centimeters, since in this case the firewood is stacked normally relative to the skewers. You can choose a deeper design, but then the consumption of combustible material will be greater.

The effectiveness of using a barbecue depends not only on the design itself, but also on the rules for using a metal brazier:

Metal barbecue grills: chic forging

Garden grill - perfect solution for every kebab lover. If we like a broiler and have enough space on our property, it's worth investing in a grill. Modern design The barbecue is aesthetically pleasing and will certainly appeal to lovers of traditional barbecue designs. Each participant will be pleased to remember meeting over a delicious dinner in nature, because the presence of a barbecue creates a unique atmosphere. In the market, you can find models that are a masterpiece in themselves, and this is due to the material from which they are made. The production of such braziers is often artisanal, that is, from artisans who are engaged in metal forging. Such products are very stable and provide an aesthetic decoration in every garden. Of course, the forged barbecue will amaze your friends, being a unique item personal plot. It is precisely because of its attractive structure that forging is an excellent solution for vacation spots where family, friends and loved ones meet.

A huge variety of metal barbecues allows you to choose a design option that will suit the taste of everyone who wants to install a stationary brazier in their garden or buy a portable structure for a picnic outside the city in the forest or on the lake. The presented photos show various models of barbecues, which have not only a practical function, but also a decorative one. Do not forget that cooking kebabs and grilled vegetables is a whole ritual that requires specific equipment. The barbecue is indispensable in the warm season for every owner of a private plot.

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To prepare barbecue outdoors, most people choose a metal grill. The secret of its popularity lies in its design - reliable and simple. That is why a metal structure can be easily made with your own hands. The main thing is to first study the types of this product, choose the appropriate type and make its drawing.

Description of the metal grill from the positive and negative sides

The design of a homemade metal barbecue consists of a metal box, steel corners, rods and pipes. Therefore, it is not surprising that it has the following advantages:

• low cost (the cost of purchasing parts is much lower than the financial costs of purchasing a finished product);
• easy construction, because metal parts are relatively easy to assemble into a single structure using a welding machine;
• the possibility of installation anywhere, since the product is not very heavy and can be portable;
• long service life due to the significant thickness and strength of the sheet metal.

But along with its advantages, it also has disadvantages:

• burning out of walls after long-term use;
• deformation of the case in case of overheating;
• susceptibility to corrosion, which appears as a result of exposure to precipitation.

Types of metal grills

Metal barbecue can be:

• heavy stationary (if lined with stone and standing on brick foundation under the roof of the gazebo);
• lightweight and portable (consists of five interconnected metal frames, on which skewers are placed, and is used on picnics).

Considering the thickness of the walls, the following types of products are distinguished:

• thin-walled - portable version with a small weight, into which only ready-made coals can be placed;
• thick-walled - a stationary product made of steel 4–5 mm thick, and therefore lasts for many years.

Options in the photo

Hooks are attached to the end areas of the grill on which you can hang cutlery The grid attached to the legs can serve as a shelf for a plate Plates are placed on the grill shelves Holding the handles, the barbecue is convenient to move from place to place The grill with a roof can be used even in rainy weather The grill stands on low legs and is equipped with handles Portable barbecue - an option for picnics Even a barbecue can be turned into something original Forged elements make the grill a beautiful structure The grate under the grill and the shelf can be used to place plates and cutlery

Drawing up drawings and determining dimensions

In the schematic representation of the barbecue, made on a checkered sheet, it is important to note what the length of the legs will be. Their height must be at least 5 cm. Otherwise, the heat from the coals will set the grass on fire.

A height of 5 cm is permissible only for the legs of portable structures. It is better to place stationary structures on long supports to make grilling kebab convenient.

At the drawing stage, it is important to decide on the size. To do this, you need to take into account how many people you need to cook shish kebab for. For a family with a child, a product for 6 skewers is enough. Since it is customary to leave 5 cm of free space between tools for cooking meat, it turns out that the minimum length of the grill is 30 cm (6*5=30).

You cannot place the skewers close to each other, as it will be difficult to turn them over. Leave between instruments long distance- also useless, since it significantly increases fuel consumption.

The standard width of a metal grill is 25 cm. This size is determined by the length of the tools for cooking meat and can be increased to 30 cm. But the depth of the grill is determined by the amount of heat that needs to be accumulated to fry the meat. In addition, it is taken into account that there should be 10 cm of free space between the kebabs on skewers and the hot coals.

Holes for ventilating the bottom of the grill should be created at a distance of 6 cm from each other and at a height of 7 cm from the bottom of the product. The sides are made with a height of 13 to 25 cm. If you reduce this parameter, the meat will not be fried, but will turn into coals. And increasing the height will result in the kebab remaining raw.

Finding suitable construction raw materials

To build a stationary barbecue, it is recommended to take sheet metal 3 mm thick. A portable product can be assembled from thinner metal parts. Steel 1 mm thick will last 3 years, and raw materials, which are literally 1 mm denser, will become thinner in some places only after 5 years of operation.

The most unreliable material for constructing a barbecue is considered to be 1 mm thick tin, and the most durable is 2 mm stainless steel, which can last 12 years.

The stainless steel grill is assembled from a bottom, four walls and corners

For construction from a stainless steel sheet, you can use the following drawing, where each structural element is considered separately.

The drawing indicates not only the dimensions, but also the requirements for perforation of the walls of the barbecue

The legs of the grill can be made from tap water or gas pipes. Even reinforcement and metal profiles are suitable for the manufacture of product supports.

List of materials and tools

A brazier for a large company is assembled from such parts as:

• 2 metal sheets measuring 100x25 cm;
• 2 metal sheets 29x18 cm;
• metal sheet 100x30 cm;
• 4 steel pipes.

All parts except pipes can be replaced with a large metal sheet. By making four cuts on it, you can easily assemble the structure without creating many welds. True, only metal 2 or 3 mm thick is suitable for this task. Denser raw materials cannot be used, since they cannot be bent.

To make a barbecue from the listed materials, you will need the following tools:

• drill with metal drill bit;
• welding machine;
• measuring tape;
• square;
• marker and ruler;
• saw for cutting metal parts.

DIY guide to building a metal barbecue

A brazier made of a metal sheet 2–3 mm thick is created in several steps:

1. On a sheet of metal, using a marker and a ruler, mark the bottom, two sides and two end sides of the product.
2. A cross-shaped structure is cut out along the drawn lines.
3. The resulting shape is bent along the edge lines, forming a “box” using a corner.

   A sheet 2–3 mm thick is bent in four places along the drawn lines

4. The edges of the structure are welded to each other.

   As a result of welding, 4 seams are obtained

5. In the “box”, holes are made with a drill to allow air to enter.
6. 4 legs are welded to the structure.

   4 rows of holes are made in the bottom of the grill, the pipes are welded to the corners of the structure

7. The product is equipped with handles made of metal rods on the side of the end walls.

The need to finish the product

Any metal structure needs treatment to protect it from rusting. The grill, coated with a special composition, will last for many years and will look attractive.

Typically, spray paint is used as an anti-corrosion agent. There are several requirements for the coloring composition for metal: immunity to both heat and cold, as well as the absence of harmful substances, capable of evaporating when exposed to high temperatures. Powder heat-resistant paints, organic enamels with the addition of silicon and conventional heat-resistant paints have these properties.

It is wiser to paint a metal grill black. It is not advisable to use an emulsion of a different shade, since settled soot will be clearly visible on a product coated with light paint - an inevitable consequence of use.

Apply paint only to the front surface of the grill. There is no point in internal processing of the product, since direct interaction with fire will cause the emulsion to peel off the walls.

Video: mistakes when constructing a metal structure

Drawings and nuances of making a folding barbecue

Most good option folding barbecue - a suitcase 6 cm wide, 50 cm long and 30 cm high (excluding legs). Although, if desired, the sizes can be selected individually.

The suitcase turns into a barbecue after opening the lid and installing the legs

Before production, a drawing is required. It is necessary to indicate the dimensions of the lid, bottom and end zones of the transforming barbecue.

The size chosen for the lid of the structure is 65×40 cm, and for the bottom - 42×21 cm

Construction involves performing certain actions:

1. The bottom is cut out of 3-4 mm sheet steel, 2 cm shelves are bent on all sides (the corners are cut with a “grinder”).

   The mold with bent edges is welded to form a tray

2. Two side sides are made in a similar way, the shelves on them are bent on 3 sides (bottom and sides), vertical slots are cut on one part at the top, triangular or round on the other.
3. The side walls are hinged to the end shelves of the bottom with screws, during transportation they are stacked on top of each other, and in the working position they are installed vertically, at right angles to the bottom.
4. The end walls are made in an identical way, the shelves on them are bent only at the sides, in the transport position they are placed inside the bottom box, and during assembly they are attached to the long side walls with screws.
5. Nuts are welded to the bottom, the racks are made of a rod, at one end of which a thread of the appropriate diameter is cut.

   To make such legs, you will need not 4, but 6 pipes

6. To prevent the side walls from tilting when moving the folded barbecue, the entire structure is drilled through the center, a bolt is inserted into the hole, and the parts are secured with a wing nut.
7. A handle for carrying the fireplace is attached to the side shelf of the bottom.

   The legs are supposed to be put inside the suitcase

The legs can be made non-removable. To do this, you need to weld sections of pipes to the bottom of the “diplomat”, stretching a rod through their gaps and giving it the shape of the letter P. When carrying the barbecue, the legs are folded on the body of the suitcase, and when installing the structure, they are folded back, raised and inserted into the ground.

Video: how a barbecue turns into a suitcase

By looking at photos of barbecues you made yourself and studying the instructions for making them, you can get inspiration. To take on an interesting task, which in the future will allow you to enjoy the smell of meat, you only need to stock up on a sheet of metal and tools.

A metal grill is the easiest to make. Therefore, it is the most common, especially among those people who like to do something with their own hands and constantly relax in the country or in nature.

Species

Barbecues made of metal are:

Portable ones can be fully or partially collapsible.

Folding products

The first type is a single structure that can be folded into portable case. These metal barbecues are designed for tourists. Therefore, their features are:

• small sizes;
• relatively light weight.

Most of the drawings of such barbecues include a brazier with dimensions of 45x26x16 cm (LxWxH). It is not very suitable for a large company, because it will take a very long time to cook the kebab.

Another feature of the right folding barbecues is the special material. For their production they are used thin fire-resistant stainless steel. At the same time, all the loops are also made from it with your own hands. Thanks to this, the grill turns out to be quite light in weight.

Stainless steel is very easy to clean from soot. Just wipe it with a cloth and it returns to its mirror-like appearance. Therefore, you can put a folding barbecue in your backpack and not worry that something inside will become dirty.

Folding barbecues are also made from sheet metal. They can have the above dimensions, or they can also be larger. The products are a little heavy and therefore suitable for short trips. Such designs are good option in cases where there is very little space in the car.

Collapsible and stationary models

Fully portable collapsible barbecues Can also be folded compactly. However, the compactness will be worse than that of folding ones. After all, the scheme provides for large-sized parts. At the same time, the creators use racks with a height of 1 m. They are much larger than similar elements of a folding barbecue. Thanks to their large size and height, collapsible portable barbecues create great comfort while preparing barbecue.

Partially collapsible models and their sketches provide for the possibility of removing the legs. The roaster is a one-piece structure.

Stationary ones are heavy and can only be carried around the courtyard. They are distinguished by a large number of beautiful decorative elements. Many of them are . Such barbecues have a brazier almost identical to that of collapsible structures. All other elements are beautifully designed and depend on the imagination of the creator. Often such barbecues resemble fairy tale characters, trains, cars and any other objects. Many stationary barbecues built into a frame with a roof.

Ideal model

Its features depend on the shape of the roaster. Each shape has its own optimal sizes.

The drawing of an ideal classic rectangular metal barbecue has the following features:

1. Width – 250 mm. This is enough to accommodate 6-8 pieces of meat. With this value, heat from the longitudinal side walls is received by all pieces, including those in the middle. This heat is necessary to form a golden brown crust. If you make the width larger, the middle pieces will have no crust.
2. Length – about 1 m. It is taken into account that there should be 8-12 cm per skewer. A margin of 5 cm on both sides is also taken into account. It turns out that in a meter-long grill you can place 8 skewers. This is quite enough for an average company. You should not make it longer, because the cook will have to run from one end to the other. It is more convenient to stand in one place.
3. Height – 200 mm. The optimal height is 150 mm. However, firewood is different and produces its own amount of heat.
4. Vertical cutouts in the longitudinal side walls. Their length should be 50 mm. This value will allow you to select the height of the skewers depending on the type of firewood. The meat should be 30-70 mm from the coals.
5. Holes in the bottom. There should be a lot of them. The diameter of each hole should be 10-15 mm. The distance between holes and rows of holes should reach 20-30 mm. Drawings of an ideal barbecue may include a mesh bottom. This option is better because the air flow to the coals increases. The mesh should be made of wire with a diameter greater than 4 mm.
6. Thickness metal walls - 2 mm, and even better 4-6 mm. This will ensure a long service life and create the necessary heat for cooking barbecue.
7. The height of the entire structure depends on the height of the cook. In most cases - 1 m.

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How to make the perfect model

First you need draw your own drawing. In this case, the above rules are observed. The drawing will allow you to determine the dimensions of each side wall. While drawing it, the implementation of the possibility of disassembling the grill is determined. If this is possible, then the length of the side walls should be increased by 2 cm. These additional centimeters will be curved edges. That is, 1 cm of each side that will be adjacent to the posts will need to be bent at an angle of 90°. 1 cm of the lower edge of the sides of any roasting pan also needs to be folded. They do this inside the structure.

According to the drawn up drawing cutting prepared sheet metal And profile pipe or corners. Holes are drilled in the bottom. Slots are made in the longitudinal side walls. In the case of creating a completely collapsible structure, two long openings are made in the racks. Their length should be equal to the height of the roasting pan. The imaginary lines that will pass through the openings should form a right angle.

If you create a non-separable barbecue with your own hands, then first weld the sides. Next, the racks are welded to them. You don't have to weld it. This will improve the portability of the design. In this case, each pair of racks must be made in the form of the letter “H”. In this case, the ends of the racks should be 1-2 cm higher than the horizontal partition. For reliable fixation, 4 protruding metal squares with dimensions of 2x2 cm can be welded to the sides of the roaster at the level of the top of the racks. These squares and racks will need to be fastened with hooks in the shape of the letter “P”.

For additional stability, you can make the ends of the posts sharp to drive them into the ground.

Model with a throat

This barbecue resembles big bottle. The design consists of three parts:

1. Wide cylinder. Its height is 180-200 mm.
2. A cut cone. Height – 100-150 mm.
3. Narrow cylinder. It has a height of 100-150 mm.

The lower part has many holes in it. They are not only in the bottom, but also in the side walls. The upper ones are made at a height of 130 mm. The presence of side holes is very interesting feature. Correct barbecues should not have such holes, since a lot of oxygen reaches the meat through them. It changes the chemical processes in the meat, and the dish turns out not the way it should be.

However, in the case of cooking meat on this grill, this is not the case because so much wood is burned in the brazier that the side holes are blocked by coals. With the gradual smoldering of the coals, the holes will become free, but until this moment the process of cooking the meat is completed. As a result, some of the wood is wasted.