Outdoor fireplaces, embracing beauty and durability, provide the warmth and attractive ambiance of a wood-cracking campfire. They add ambience and style to any outdoor occasion. A perfect architectural addition to ones patio, pool area or backyard, outdoor fireplaces make a great gathering place to spend time on a frosty winter night. Outdoor fireplaces can either be a permanent masonry structure or a portable model. The portable outdoor fireplaces are lightweight and produce long-lasting heat without sparking ashes. Some portable fireplaces can even be doubled as a flame barbecue or grill. Chimineas, fire-pits, and built-in outdoor fireplaces are the various types. Chimineas are cheap and made of clay or cast iron/aluminum. Fire pits are another option for outdoor fireplaces, which generate the excitement of a campfire. The built-in outdoor fireplaces are often made of brick, block, or concrete and are more expensive than the other two. Unlike indoor fireplaces, outdoor fireplaces are more susceptible to wind. So it is necessary to build a shelter for the fireplaces and the chimneys must be constructed taller than the indoor ones. Outdoor fireplaces mainly have a firebox, smoke chamber, flue, and a chimney. Materials commonly used to construct these are stainless steel, enamel coated steel, cast iron, bronze, copper, or a combination of these materials. Cast iron is a good choice, as it gives a romantic old world setting to ones outdoor space. Enamel coated outdoor fireplaces prevent weather wear. Usually, outdoor fireplaces burn wood, charcoal, or pressed wood logs. But nowadays, outdoor fireplaces fueled by natural gas are gaining more popularity. For a clean burning fire, the gas modeled outdoor fireplaces are appropriate. They mainly use propane or natural gas as fuels, which prevent air pollution. Outdoor fireplaces come in a variety of sizes, styles and price points, meeting different decorative and functional needs. Montigo, Fire Rock Manufacturing, and Pacific Energy are some of the top manufacturers of outdoor fireplaces in the U.S. |
