How to Paint a Fire Pit

Overview

Fire pits can be a lovely addition to any backyard, but they are exposed to a fair amount of sun, wind and precipitation. For this reason, they can look pretty weathered and beat-up in a short amount of time. But just because a fire pit is weathered does not mean it needs to be replaced. A coat or two of heat-resistant paint will have your fire pit looking like new in no time.

Step 1

Put some hot water and grease-cutting dish soap into the bucket.

Step 2

Thoroughly wash the fire pit, using the soapy solution and the scrub brush.

Step 3

Sand down any rust spots with the sandpaper.

Step 4

Put down newspaper or a drop cloth to protect your work area. Work outdoors to ensure proper ventilation.

Step 5

Spray a light coat of paint on the fire pit. A heavy coat of paint may run and drip.

Step 6

Allow the paint coat to dry for two hours.

Step 7

Spray another coat and allow to dry.