How to Choose the Best Chiminea for Your Outdoor Living Space
Chimineas are a great addition to any outdoor living space because it is more durable than a fireplace and produces a focused, controlled flame. Choose models made of steel to resist corrosion and withstand high temperatures.
Also, make sure your stove comes with log grates and an ax for safe handling. The grate should be able to be removed in order for you to work on the fire without burning your fingers.
1. Terrain Angled Obesisk Chiminea
Terrain's angled obelisk-shaped chiminea is currently priced at $33 less for a short time. It's the perfect accent for any backyard. It's made of weather-steel, a heat resistant metal that develops an attractive rusty patina as time passes. It is lightweight and portable, and comes with grilling grates, so you can cook your favourite hamburgers while enjoying the crackling flames.
While not as versatile as our top pick, this chiminea is a good alternative if you're looking for a way to add warmth and ambiance to your backyard. The angled design not just looks stunning, but it also helps to keep the fire burning. It also features a convenient lock that lets you effortlessly place logs into the fire and closes the mouth when you are finished.
For safety and longevity, you should clean and dust your chiminea. You can also retouch the paint on metal chimineas with high-heat paint specifically made for fireplaces and grills. This will help to keep the chiminea from rusting and increase the lifespan of your investment.
It is important to ensure that the chimney is clear of obstructions, and also cleaning it out. A metal chiminea should have a rain cap to shield it from heavy rainfall which could cause water to splash into the chimney, and could spark a fire. It is also essential to store your Chiminea in a dry place during winter.
Cast iron chimineas can be more expensive, however they are also durable and sturdy. They're also easy to maintain. They are less likely to rust and will develop a beautiful patina with time. However, they can be heavy so you'll either need a strong back, or help moving them onto your patio or deck.
You can also opt for a chiminea that burns gas if you're not interested in hauling around large piles of wood. Many models have a tank built-in for propane gas or be connected to your natural gas line. Some, like our top model from the Blue Rooster Company, even come with a grill grate and fire poker to allow you to cook your food with your chiminea.
2. Cuisinart Chiminea with Lava Rocks
This chiminea offers a stylish alternative to the dull fireplaces that burn wood and the awkwardly-shaped propane tower heaters. It'll add warmth and ambience to your patio or outdoor dining area. A directional heat fire pit with chiminea shield forces up to 40,000 BTUs of warm air outward, warming your guests during alfresco lunches or evening drinks and starlit dinners. The elegant painted steel frame and stainless steel base are durable, with a tip-over safety switch to provide additional security. 8 lbs. of red lava rocks are included, which trap and disperse heat for warmth and ambience. You can adjust the flames by using the control system for heat. It can heat up to 200 square feet.
4. Kelly Clarkson Home Chiminea
When you're looking to bring ambiance and warmth to your outdoor space, the chiminea is a great alternative. These wood-burning vessels are able to emit more heat than standard fire pits, and their vertical chimneys assist in directing smoke away from seating areas. There are many styles and sizes available and some are updated versions of the traditional clay models, while others are vintage-inspired options in cast iron or steel which develop a beautiful patina with time. Contrary to traditional fire pits for wood burning Chimineas are usually safe to use on decks made of wood as long as they're properly placed and protected from sparks.
While there aren't a lot of modern-looking chimineas on market, this one from Kelly Clarkson Home makes a strong impression with its sleek lines and tone-on-tone gray finish. It has a large opening that allows for easy loading of logs. It also has a mesh cover and a log screen. The grill is grate that can be used to cook food over the flame.
The bent legs of this chiminea might not be ideal for uneven surfaces, but they are strong enough to support the weight. It is one of our tallest and most massive chimineas, and weighs around 30 pounds. This means that it will not require more than one person to take it from your patio. It's also one of the tiniest chimineas we have that we have on our list, making it a great choice for smaller spaces such as cement balconies or postage stamp-sized urban patios.
This obelisk chiminea that is angled is another fashionable and affordable option from Terrain that is currently available for sale. It's a little smaller and wider than the other obelisk chiminea that we have on our list, and is constructed of weatherproof steel with a dark oxidized finish that will gradually develop an aged patina over time. The large opening permits the creation of a large fire constructed. It also comes with a mesh screen, a log-screen, a poker, and an oven grate.
Although chimineas aren't as popular as outdoor fireplaces built into the ground but they are a great way to enhance your patio and make it more inviting and cozy. With their distinctive design and practical features, these multi-purpose fire pits are sure to become your new favorite method to enjoy the outdoors.