When it comes to the backyard I want to find various ways in which I can spruce it up. Having a ton of land at my disposal and nothing in it is so dull and it makes it hard for me to want to go out into it. Sure it is great that my kids have a great deal of space to run around in - but what am I able to do to make it more fun for me?
That is when I had the bright idea to construct an outdoor fireplace on the border of my terrace. The patio is very large when compared to most other homes. Yet, I have not built anything on top of it. This is mainly because, until now, I never understood what I could do with it.
The best thing about making an outdoor fireplace is that it is great to transform something dull and lifeless and to give it a rustic or even elegant look to it. It could be either large or small depending on the amount of room you have available to use. You can even work to make it the base of the patio and have cozy lounges and chairs set up around it.
Another advantage to this is the ability it gives you to savor the fresh air no matter what time of year it is. During the winter and fall months when the snow is settled on the ground you can light the fire and enjoy the warmth that comes from it. This makes it a perfect place to roast marshmallows and for you and your husband to have some quiet time to yourselves.
The most difficult part is understanding what materials you want to be using when you bring it all together. In the end I decided to build an outdoor stone fireplace. Stone is a little costly - but it is simple to work with and looks great. It is also something that can be cleaned very quickly and lasts well when utilized outside.