Permanently Install Coping Stones
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What happens here
Although the video primarily focuses on the dry-fitting, the 'installation' implies permanently securing the coping stones. Once the dry-fitting is complete and all necessary adjustments have been made, apply a suitable outdoor-grade masonry adhesive or mortar to the underside of each dark gray coping stone. Carefully place each stone back into its pre-determined position on the fire pit base, pressing firmly to ensure good adhesion. Continuously use the level to re-check alignment and levelness as you place each stone. If using mortar, ensure consistent joint thickness. Any excess adhesive or mortar that squeezes out should be wiped away immediately with a damp sponge or cloth to prevent staining and ensure a clean finish. This step concludes the structural and aesthetic construction of the fire pit's upper edge.
Goal: Securely attach the coping stones to the fire pit base.
Tools and materials
- Caulking gun β Applying masonry adhesive evenly
- Dark gray coping stones β The main components being installed
- Level β Ensuring the stones remain level during and after placement
- Rubber mallet β Gently tapping stones into place for a secure fit without damage
- Fire glass β A decorative filler that will go around the gas burner once coping is complete
- Outdoor-grade masonry adhesive β Bonding the coping stones to the fire pit base