So I've seen a few blogs devoted to smokers built using cinder blocks (I know, it's really a concrete block). I apologize if this has been covered here, but I didn't find anything in a search.
Anyone have experience using blocks, bricks, etc. for a smoker? I feel like, if it's properly designed, built and sealed, it can be an effective construction material for a smoker. My curiosity was sparked by a couple examples:
Anyway, I'm curious if anyone has done this or if it's been discussed on the forum and I can't find it.
Jimmy
Anyone have experience using blocks, bricks, etc. for a smoker? I feel like, if it's properly designed, built and sealed, it can be an effective construction material for a smoker. My curiosity was sparked by a couple examples:
- From the TAMU bbq page, this one is fairly crude, but seems to serve its purpose well: https://bbq.tamu.edu/2013/12/02/cinder-block-pit/. There's nothing really "sealing in heat", but I assume the multiple layers to the block provide some decent insulation. It's really more of a "bbq pit" than a genuine smoker.
- This example incorporates an "offset smoker" design: https://www.instructables.com/id/Cinder-Block-CMU-Offset-Smoker/?amp_page=true. Again, nothing to seal off the bricks, but you have a picture of what a cleaner design might be.
- Taking it to a new level "TravisS125" took the design to a whole new level and sealed the blocks, built custom lids, etc. The design looks solid, and sealing the blocks I assume prevents some heat loss. His pics and post are imbedded on the page, so I can't find a separate link. Just search the username on the page and you can see his design work on the second link above.
Anyway, I'm curious if anyone has done this or if it's been discussed on the forum and I can't find it.
Jimmy