Introduction: Outdoor Storage Station for Solo Stove

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The weather in North Florida allows the use of an outdoor smokeless firepit pretty much year-round--even in summer!

To take advantage of the weather and to be ready at a moment's notice to head out to make s'mores, we needed a convenient place to store the Solo Stove and all the tools needed for a successful backyard fire.

This custom outdoor storage unit ticks all the boxes for efficient, convenient, and easy-to-access storage.

Supplies

Materials/Tools:


Step 1: Cut Lumber

All the measurements for our storage station are based on a firewood cover we ordered from Amazon.

We had this top left over from a Husky adjustable work bench which we will use for the top and shelf. We thought it would make a great countertop for the unit as well as a shelf on which the Solo Stove would sit. We used a track saw and rail to cut it to size, again, the size is based on the top measurements of the cover.

We used the 2x4s for the legs and supports.

Cut list:

(4) @ 40", (2) @ 17", and (2) @ 13"

We cut the legs so that the cover would not pool on the ground.

Step 2: Assemble the Frame

The supports are connected to the legs with pocket holes and wood glue. Here's a view of the underside of the unit as we are constructing it.

Once the frame was constructed, we cut out the corners on the shelf for it to fit around the 2x4s. The shelf is not attached to the frame but the weight of the shelf keeps it in place.

The unit was painted with an outdoor stain for durability. The countertop is held in place on the underside with L brackets attached to each of the legs.

Step 3: Customize Storage With Wall Control Metal Pegboard

We used two sizes of galvanized Wall Control panels, a single strip, and two "fun" size panels. The height of the panel with the jars was determined by how far those jars hung down. In retrospect, that second panel should have been placed at the same height as the first. It doesn't affect the function just the aesthetics! The panels are screwed into the supports and sides with the screws that come with the panels.

We utilized a variety of Wall Control pegboard accessories to hold all the tools and accessories we needed to store. There is a detailed look at all the organization at the end of the video.

Inside the storage unit, we also utilized hooks on the backside of the Wall Control panels to store a couple of the Solo Stove accessories that are not used very often.

Step 4: Location and Use

To create a stable foundation for the unit, we leveled the ground and added a concrete paver. Also, to protect the legs from water damage, we used Flexseal on the bottom few inches. We've used this product on several outdoor projects and it works well to help seal the feet.

The hooks on the pole hold the ash can, a solar-powered lantern, and a potted fern. The hook on the tree works to hold the unit cover when we take it off.

The top of the unit is the perfect place to hold our basket of smores makings or stand around to eat! And if you're wondering, those are gluten-free graham crackers that are lined with chocolate. All that is needed is the most perfectly, golden-brown marshmallow!

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