subject: Selecting Between Traditional And Chimney Fire Pits [print this page] Since multiple types of fire pits are available in the market, it could become a real challenging task for the buyer to select the appropriate type of fire pits. Usually the selection is a choice between the traditional and chimney fire pits. Several issues need to be taken care of while choosing between the chimney and ordinary fire pits.
Issues Involved
As the warm weather approaches, people find different ways of enjoying the outdoors. Some of the issues involved that needs attention are -
Adding fire pit or chimney can create warm and inviting atmosphere in the backyard.
Result of such environment could be endless enjoyments.
One of the simplest considerations in choosing either the fire pits or chimney would be learning the differences.
When the differences become known, it will become easier selecting the right one for the backyard or any other location.
Basic difference between fire pit and chimney is that the later has a flatter design and it is open on the top. No venting exists and the pit is more geared towards gathering of ashes around the pit.
Space Management with Fire Pits
A vital aspect of proper use of the patio fire pits is the space management. Determination of the right size will always depend on the space management. Those having expansive backyard with multiple areas for sitting, fire pit will be logical choice. But when it comes to management of smaller spaces and their adequate utilization, it would be good going for the chimney. With a chimney one can still have the benefits of fire while having the benefits of open spaces for movement of traffic.
Safety Consideration for Fire Pits
When it comes to selecting between the chimney and fire pits, the following considerations may come up.
Chimney is safer than fire pit on the ultimate consideration.
Chimney keeps away smoke from the guests and keeps the air clean.
Fire can be contained by the chimney with the ambers blowing lower.
Fire pits have the tendencies of catching draft and blowing the smokes around.
Some of the risks associated with fire pits are the same as with the open fire.
It is therefore pertinent that the decision regarding fire pits or chimney is based on safety measures related to either of them.
