Building Foundation And Base - WILDWOOD OVENS &BBQ’S MILANO Installation Instructions Manual

BUILDING FOUNDATION AND BASE

Refer to FIG. 1
MASONARY ENCLOSURE
1. Dig a 56" wide by 60" deep trench to a depth of at
least 12 inches. Set forms around the perimeter using
2x4 or 2x6 boards held by stakes. Place rebar grid
using #4 rebar at 12 inches on center in both
directions. Place rebar dowels for masonry at 12 to
16 inches on center to a height of 48 inches. (For Frost
Zones Follow Local Codes)
2. Pour foundation and floor as a monolith, using 1500
lbs. or higher concrete mix with 3/4" rock. Varieties
of pre-mixed concrete are readily available at your local home center with cured strength
ratings as high as 5000 lbs. Follow mixing instructions on bag.
WALLS: (FIRST LIFT)
Refer to FIG. 2
3. Erect two walls using 6x8x16 inch masonry blocks. Build to a height of 38" This should be where the
bottom of the shelf will be formed (see fig 2).Always allow sufficient time to dry and grout.
NOTE : If you plan on using large natural stones for a finish, you must install stone tabs into your mortar to provide means for support
CONCRETE SHELF
Refer to FIG. 2
4. Form concrete shelf using 2x4 boards and plywood. Install #4 rebar grid 12" on center in both
directions.
5. Pour 4" minimum shelf in place using 1500 lbs. or higher concrete mix with 3/8" to 3/4" rock.
Tamper or vibrate to insure proper flow. Allow this to cure for a minimum of 2 weeks prior to
assembling the oven on top. Refer to instructions on concrete mix packaging for further details.
6. Upon proper curing, Place 1" heat stopper rigid board down on top of concrete shelf, and ensure
that it is completely level. The oven base will sit on top of this board.
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Milano
Wood Fired Oven
Installation Instructions
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