How to Clean Soot Off of a Fire Box

Fire boxes, also referred to as fire pits or fire places, are often cube-shaped enclosures made out of brick or cinder blocks. Over time and after plenty of use, soot from the burnt material can begin to accumulate on the inside of the fire box. Fortunately, soot can be removed using simple materials you probably already have around the house.

Sculpting clay
Hand brush
Bowl
White vinegar
Scrub brush

Instructions

- 1
  Remove the sculpting clay from its container and flatten it into a large circle. Press the circle flat against the surface of the fire box to lift away loose soot. Repeat this step until most of the soot has been removed.
- 2
  Brush away remaining soot using a hand brush. Sweep the soot up into a dust pan and dispose of it.
- 3
  Fill a bowl with full strength white vinegar. Saturate the bristles of your scrub brush with the vinegar, then begin to scrub away any remaining soot stains using a rapid circular motion. Scrub the entire internal surface of the fire box until all of the soot has been removed.
- 4
  Rinse the surfaces of the fire box with fresh water, then pat dry with a towel. Clean the inside of your fire box monthly to avoid thick soot buildup.

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