If you normally love to get cozy and sit in front of a fire place with friends or special loved ones sipping on a special beverage, then you will also be a big fan of the chiminea outdoor fireplace. This is a freestanding fireplace but found outside of the house. It is basically made of two parts, the body part for the actual burning and the smoke stack part for the release of the actual smoke. The way they are designed allows for the fresh air into the fire which make a cleaner burn rather than settling on a less quality setup like a make shift version.
These outdoor fireplaces are very often seen in Mexico, where they originate from. Many countries have something similar and these are now highly requested in the United States. They do not take up much space and would make an attractive addition to most backyards or patio areas. They come in different materials. A clay chiminea fireplace can be very attractive and less expensive than some others but becomes less safe to use as it grows older and deteriorates at a faster rate. The cast aluminum and cast iron are also popular. Keep in mind that the cast iron will rust and must be maintained.
Of course anytime you have a fire nearby, you should keep a fire extinguisher or at least a bucket of water handy also. This outdoor fireplace is a very efficient burner and you and your family can feel safe and confident sitting outside in the fresh air enjoying the beautiful view and ambiance of a warming fire for the body and soul. The chiminea outdoor fireplace is much preferred over a fire pit which can make you and your guests feel uncomfortable and may be a source of complaints from your neighbor. Never leave an active fire unmonitored.
An outdoor fireplace will calm your stress and bad mood from the workday. Most of the time you will want to burn the hard woods but you can add items such as pine cones Some people recommend that the heavier the chiminea outdoor fireplace, the studier it will be. Some people love to cook from them and have installed fancier version that are called wood ovens. The chimineas also provide much needed protection from insects which will keep your get togethers going longer while offering a delicious aroma for your guests to enjoy as well.