subject: The Advantages of Owning a Prefabricated Outdoor Fireplace [print this page] The Advantages of Owning a Prefabricated Outdoor Fireplace
There are many different kinds of prefabricated outdoor fireplace products available. Some of these outdoor fireplace products are set on permanent foundations, but others are completely portable, and are able to be moved around the patio or deck, as well as brought into the garage as the weather starts to turn cold. You may not want to store these fireplaces however, because there are many advantages to having one.
One of the advantages of having a portable prefabricated outdoor fireplace is versatility. A normal outdoor fireplace is set on a permanent foundation, and is usually facing just one direction. With portable models, they are completely self contained, and are fully accessible from any direction. This means that you and your guests can comfortably sit around the unit, enjoying both each other's company as well as the warmth from a nice fire.
Another advantage of a prefabricated outdoor fireplace is that it can be moved around if needed. You can set it in the middle of your patio, off to the side, or wherever else you want the warmth of an outdoor fireplace. They can also be cleaned much easier than one of those permanent models, because they can be taken to the trash and dumped out, after the coals have been completely burned out of course.
There are some things you will want to consider when you are in the market for a good prefabricated outdoor fireplace. One of them is size. You have to consider the size of the patio your are going to be putting the outdoor fireplace. You also don't want something so big you will have problems moving it around, or so big that your cozy fire doesn't turn into a large blaze that you can't sit comfortably around.
Another thing to consider with a prefabricated outdoor fireplace is the fuel source you are going to use. There are wood fired models, as well as gas. Some of these gas outdoor fireplace units use a gas cylinder as a fuel source. This gives you the convenience of a nice fire, without all the clean up, but there are some people that just like to burn wood better. If you should decide on a wood burning model, then it needs to have a complete grate covering so that the embers don't get out and cause a fire. It also needs to be able to come apart for easy cleaning.
Price is always a consideration when it comes to buying a prefabricated outdoor fireplace. Prices range from under a hundred dollars, to well over. The important thing about price is that the better the outdoor fireplace is made, the more it is going to cost. If you want a gas fireplace, these products are going to be a little more expensive, and you have to consider the costs of the propane tanks as well.
While you can find a small assortment of these prefabricated outdoor fireplace models locally, for your best prices and selection you need to go online. There are many different retailers that offer a variety of outdoor fireplace models. Some of the things you need to watch for are product guarantees, costs for shipping, and the best features and prices.
