RickJames Bish

Thanks for the responses. I went ahead with 1/8 inch and will likely make a separate, replaceable bottom that stands off and takes most of the heat or weld reinforcement strips along the bottom, or maybe both. This uses tabs with holes and pins that insert into the holes while in use. Design I found online and had to modify some. Going to make a bottomless version as well.

Digging up old material but figured better to post here since its most related to my question. I am making a fire pit. 4 sides and bottom with legs. Is 1/8" Cold Rolled thick enough for such a project ? I see them being made out of 3/16 and 1/4 but this one is a break down model for transporting when going off road. Want to keep weight down. Any advise appreciated.