If you are looking for further information, the websites of manufacturers are a good place to get an impression of the available models and styles both for portable and for built-in outdoor fireplaces. Large manufacturers in the U.S. are for example Montigo, Fire Rock Engineering, Pacific Energy and Rumford. In Europe, Muenkel is one of the largest.
Books are also a good source for ideas and tips regarding your possible choices. Examples are
- “Backyard Blaze: The Outdoor-Fireplace Lifestyle” by Lisa Wogan (author) and John Granen (photographer)
- “Fire Places: A Practical Design Guide to Fireplaces and Stoves Indoors and Out” by Jane Gitlin
- “Backyard Idea Book: Outdoor Kitchens, Fireplaces, Sheds & Storage, Play Spaces, Pools & Spa “ by Lee Anne White
- “Fire Outdoors: Fireplaces, Fire Pits, Wood Fired Ovens & Cook Centers” by Tina Skinner and Melissa Cardona
Other places with a wealth of available information are clubs and associations concerned with gardens and fireplaces. In the U.S., this would be the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA) or any other similar organization.
Finally, to repeat the advice given already in other articles: your local city or town authorities can also be of great help in deciding which options are really available for your outdoor fireplace. As official regulations differ significantly between different municipalities and also evolve quickly over short time spans, it is important to be aware of and understand the rules which apply for the place where your house and garden are located.
Together with the information provided on this site, these sources should help you reach a decision on your outdoor fireplace which will hopefully make it a source of enjoyment for many years to come. Experience shows that a careful choice of model and style are most important to ensure that it fits the surroundings of your house, your patio and your garden. Together with other outdoor items like tables, chairs and sun protection as well as the landscaping of your garden, it can extend your living space to the outdoors and open up new possibilities for the use of your home.
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