42" FB Pompeii Oven with 19" dome, and adjacent fireplace, in the O.C.

[Novaslo]

Re: 42" FB Pompeii Oven with 19" dome, and adjacent fireplace, in the O.C.

I think I will do something similar with my concrete floor that will be poured soon.

Need to ponder for hours though haha.

[dvm]

Re: 42" FB Pompeii Oven with 19" dome, and adjacent fireplace, in the O.C.

Hi Darin
Thanks for the kind words. I think hobbyist describes me better than craftsman. We surely are enjoying our outdoor space. The winged landing does provide working space and easy access to the oven. We had 15 over for pizza last night and are about to bake some French bread.

[Novaslo]

Re: 42" FB Pompeii Oven with 19" dome, and adjacent fireplace, in the O.C.

My god, that is a work of art. You are one heck of a craftsman. I love the entry counter to the oven. I have worried about reaching into the oven itself. I like how you made it arch into your oven. Basically the counter. It looks great.

[dvm]

Re: 42" FB Pompeii Oven with 19" dome, and adjacent fireplace, in the O.C.

Nearly Done, Only a few odds and ends remain. Having fun filling the calendar with upcoming pizza / pool events.

[dvm]

Re: 42" FB Pompeii Oven with 19" dome, and adjacent fireplace, in the O.C.

Remember, there is no winter here.

[UtahBeehiver]

Re: 42" FB Pompeii Oven with 19" dome, and adjacent fireplace, in the O.C.

DVM,

You are so far ahead of me and you started after me. Nice looking racks for the WFO tools of the trade.

[dvm]

Re: 42" FB Pompeii Oven with 19" dome, and adjacent fireplace, in the O.C.

Made some racks to hold pizza tools. Vera-thane is next.

[dvm]

Re: 42" FB Pompeii Oven with 19" dome, and adjacent fireplace, in the O.C.

Thanks Brian
We certainly have been using the oven and had several large gatherings which have been a lot of fun - I am looking forward to cleaning up the tools for the LAST time.

[brianventura]

Re: 42" FB Pompeii Oven with 19" dome, and adjacent fireplace, in the O.C.

The decorative arches are in place (the keystone was ground, polished and sealed - not waxed yet) and FINALLY the time has come to apply our DIY "Limestone" veneer stone (S-Mortar and pigment). I made stone in each of the colors in our patio pavers. After laying them out in Situ, I Decided that so many colors would be too busy. Going to go with the grey / black veneer with an occasional dark brown accent.
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So when I started last May I hoped to be making Pizza by the end of July, Missed that deadline did have Pie before Summer was up. Next I hoped to have the whole project complete by Christmas. Missed that one too. If I could wrap this up by mid-May it will one year...... we shall see. It is good to have goals - But I am enjoying the journey regardless.

I too have had many deadlines but I have decided my goal was to just hope to be done and enjoy the oven in the meantime.

Your project is looking real nice. The stone work is finishing up beautifully. The concrete countertop and bench looked like a lot of work, but it sure paid off. Great job!!!
Brian

[dvm]

Re: 42" FB Pompeii Oven with 19" dome, and adjacent fireplace, in the O.C.

Made some progress this weekend

[dvm]

Re: 42" FB Pompeii Oven with 19" dome, and adjacent fireplace, in the O.C.

The decorative arches are in place (the keystone was ground, polished and sealed - not waxed yet) and FINALLY the time has come to apply our DIY "Limestone" veneer stone (S-Mortar and pigment). I made stone in each of the colors in our patio pavers. After laying them out in Situ, I Decided that so many colors would be too busy. Going to go with the grey / black veneer with an occasional dark brown accent.

So when I started last May I hoped to be making Pizza by the end of July, Missed that deadline did have Pie before Summer was up. Next I hoped to have the whole project complete by Christmas. Missed that one too. If I could wrap this up by mid-May it will one year...... we shall see. It is good to have goals - But I am enjoying the journey regardless.

[dvm]

Re: 42" FB Pompeii Oven with 19" dome, and adjacent fireplace, in the O.C.

thanks for the kind words. I am finally satisfied with the outcome after a few fits and starts. So at this point it's a watch and see on durability.

[ATK406]

Re: 42" FB Pompeii Oven with 19" dome, and adjacent fireplace, in the O.C.

Your countertop and bench are absolutely beautiful. Congratulations!

I am going to go for a more "agricultural" look, but everytime I see what you have done (and others), I think "maybe a little exposed aggregate would be good". I'll probably add something to the mix but I don't think I will attempt the myriad of textures and colors that you have. Mmm! Mmm!

[V-wiz]

Re: 42" FB Pompeii Oven with 19" dome, and adjacent fireplace, in the O.C.

Looks very nice good job

[dvm]

Re: 42" FB Pompeii Oven with 19" dome, and adjacent fireplace, in the O.C.

I will interested to hear how butcher block sealer holds up - I like the price! I will report on the life of the wax.