Brazier For 1/4 Size Cast Iron Pot

Re-purposed washing machine drum............

Posted by Owen D.

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The stainless steel in a discarded washing machine drum is wonderfully versatile.

The 1/4 size cast iron pot always poses a challenge to keep it simmering. A brazier of the appropriate size is the answer.

Use gloves the stainless steel edges are sharp!!

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You Will Need (4 things)

  • 1 x Stainless steel drum Washing Machine
  • 1 x Metal Snips
  • 1 x Plant Pots drip saucer
  • Screw(s) and nuts 4mm

Steps (4 steps, 60 minutes)

  1. 1

    Cut out one panel from the drum using snips or an angle grinder.

  2. 2

    Roll the material to form a cylinder of the appropriate diameter and fasten the overlap together with 4mm stainless steel set screws and nuts - the countersunk ones are perfect but not essential.

  3. 3

    Place the cylinder in a earthenware drip saucer for potted plants. I found a perfect size for the project.

    Then pour a concrete mix into the saucer and let it set.

  4. 4

    Light some charcoal chunks inside the cylinder and place your pot on the top.

    This will burn at an even temperature for hours!