While outdoor fireplaces and fire pits add appeal to your outdoor space, they are different structures that provide different experiences.
An outdoor fire feature provides a lot of enjoyment for your landscape. They add light, heat, and an interactive experience that enhances your time outdoors. A fire feature also adds a lot of ambiance to your space; there’s nothing quite like sitting by the fire.
While outdoor fireplaces and fire pits add appeal to your outdoor space, they are different structures that provide different experiences. If you’re debating a fire pit vs. fireplace, there are a few things to keep in mind.
Outdoor Fireplace
An outdoor fireplace is ideal when you want to make a grand statement in your landscape. A large part of the appeal of an outdoor fireplace is the way the stone blocks are laid to create an attractive pattern. An outdoor fireplace is a landscape structure that can be added to a pavilion or an outdoor living as a focal point. And this means it becomes usable even in rainy weather. Some benefits of an outdoor fireplace:
- It offers a clear divide between the main patio and the outdoor dining space.
- It gives your outdoor living space a proper gathering spot.
- It accommodates more guests who want to sit close to the fire.
- Emits more warmth and light in your outdoor space.
Fire Pits
You might opt for a fire pit if you want an interactive experience with your backyard fire feature. You and your guests can circle around the fire pit and enjoy the fresh air. Since custom fire pits are immovable, you should assess whether you will spend enough time around them since they take up a larger area of your patio. Fire pits don’t have chimneys, so smoke can’t be directed up and away from the ground, but landscape professionals will use their skills to install them where winds won’t blow the smoke toward other areas of your yard.
Which is Right for You?
The best way to decide whether you want an outdoor fireplace or a fire pit is to consult with a professional landscape company. Their knowledge and expertise of hardscaping and backyard design can help you identify the ideal spot for an outdoor fire feature.
An outdoor fireplace can be the perfect solution when you want a prominent landscape feature that commands a presence. An outdoor fire pit can elevate any patio area if you only have limited space.
You can’t go wrong when choosing an outdoor fire feature because a fire pit and an outdoor fireplace give your landscape design a unique element that sets it apart from the rest.
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