How to Choose the Best Chiminea for Your Outdoor Living Space

A chiminea can be a fantastic option for an outdoor living space as it's more durable than a fireplace and offers a focused controlled flame. Select models made of metal to resist corrosion and high temperatures.

Be sure that the model you choose includes a log grate as well as a poker to ensure safety handling. Ideally, the grate should be removable so you can tend to the fire without fear of burning your fingers.

1. Terrain Angled Obesisk Chiminea

Terrain's obelisk-shaped chiminea with an angled design is currently priced at $33 less for a limited period of time. It's the perfect addition to any backyard. It's made of weather-steel, which is a heat-resistant metal that develops a beautiful patina of rust as time passes. It's light enough to be portable and comes with grilling grate so that you can cook your favorite burgers while enjoying the roaring flames at the same time.

The chiminea, though not as versatile as the top selection but it is a great choice for adding warmth and ambience to your backyard. The angled shape is not just visually appealing however, it also draws fresh air to keep the fire burning. Plus, it features a convenient latch that opens the mouth to allow easy access to put logs inside and closes it after you're done.

To ensure safety and longevity, you should dust and clean your chiminea. You can also paint the paint of chimineas made of metal using high-heat paint designed for grills and fireplaces. This will help keep the chiminea from rusting and increase the life of your investment.

In addition to cleaning out dust and ash, you'll also want to ensure that the chimney is free of obstructions. A chiminea for sale near me made from metal should be fitted with a rain cap to protect it from heavy rainfall, which can cause water to splash onto the chimney and potentially start the fire. It's also important to store your chiminea in a dry location in winter.

Cast iron chimineas tend to be more expensive than other types, but they're sturdy and durable. They are also easy to maintain. They're less prone to be rusty than steel, and they often develop a beautiful natural patina with time. However, they can be heavy so you'll either need an incredibly strong back, or help in moving them onto your patio or deck.

You can also opt for a gas-burning chiminea if you don't want to carry around huge piles of wood. Many of these models have an integrated propane gas tank or can be connected to your existing natural gas line. Some, like our top choice from the Blue Rooster Company, even come with a grill grate and fire poker so you can cook on your chiminea.

2. Cuisinart Chiminea with Lava Rocks

Contrary to the dull look of wood-burning fire pits and awkwardly shaped propane tower heaters, this chiminea near me delivers fashionable, fiery ambiance as well as warm comfort for your outdoor dining area or patio lounge. A directional heat shield pushes up to 40000 BTUs of warm air to the outside, warming your guests for alfresco lunches or evening cocktails at sunset and dinners with stars. The stainless steel base and sleek painted steel frame are durable. A tip-over safety switch comes with it for additional protection. 8 lbs. of red lava rocks are included. These trap and disperse heat for warmth and ambiance. You can adjust the flames by using the control system for heat. It can heat up to 200 square feet.

4. Kelly Clarkson Home chiminea for sale near me

If you're looking to add warmth and ambiance to your outdoor space, chimineas near me (More inspiring ideas) are a great alternative. These wood-burning vessels produce more heat than a traditional fire pit, and their vertical chimneys direct smoke away from seating. There are many sizes and styles to pick from, with some being modernized versions of clay models and others being vintage-inspired designs made of cast iron chiminea iron or steel that develops a beautiful patina with time. Chimineas are able to be installed on wooden decks. They are safe to use unlike regular wood-burning fireplaces.

There aren't many chimineas that look modern, but this one by Kelly Clarkson Home is an absolute standout thanks to its sleek lines and gray tone-on-tone finish. It has a large opening that allows for easy loading of logs. It also includes a mesh cover and log screen. A grill grate is included to cook food on the fire.

Although the legs that are curved on this chiminea may not be ideal for uneven surfaces, they're able to support its considerable weight. It's among our tallest and largest chimineas and only weighs a little over 30 pounds. This means it won't require more than one person to remove it from your patio. It's also one of the smallest chimineas that we have on our list, making it an excellent choice for small chiminea spaces such as cement balconies or postage stamp-sized urban patios.

This obelisk with an angled design is a chic and affordable option that's being sold by Terrain. It's a little shorter and wider than the other obelisk chimineas that we have on our list, and is constructed of weatherproof steel with an oxidized dark finish that will slowly develop a rustic patina with time. The large opening makes it easy to build a big fire and the chiminea comes with a mesh cover, a log screen, a poker and a grate for cooking.

Although chimineas might not be as popular as outdoor fireplaces built into the ground, they are a great way to enhance your patio and make your backyard more comfortable and inviting. These fire pits will become your favorite outdoor activity because of their unique design.