How to Choose the Best Chiminea for Your Outdoor Living Space
Chimineas are a great addition to an outdoor living space since it is more robust than a fireplace and produces a focused, controlled flame. Look for models made of metal that resist corrosion and can withstand high temperatures.
Be sure that the model you choose includes a log grate as well as a poker to ensure safety handling. The grate must be removable to allow you to work on the fire without burning your fingers.
1. Terrain Angled Obesisk Chiminea
Terrain's angled obelisk-shaped chiminea is currently $33 cheaper for a limited period of time. It's the perfect accent for any backyard. It's made of weather-steel, which is a heat-resistant metal that develops a beautiful patina of rust over time. It's lightweight enough to be easily carried around, and comes with grilling grates so you can cook your favorite burgers and enjoy the crackling flames at the same time.
While not as versatile as our top choice, this chiminea is an excellent alternative if you're looking for an option to bring warmth and ambiance to your backyard. The angled design isn't only striking visually and attractive, but it also draws fresh air to keep the fire burning. Plus, it features an easy latch which opens the mouth for easy access to place logs inside and closes it after you're done.
For safety and longevity, you should regularly clean and dust your chiminea. You can also touch up the paint on metal chimineas using high-heat paint designed for grills and fireplaces. This will help keep the chiminea from rusting and increase the life of your investment.
It is important to make sure that the chimney is free of obstructions, in addition to cleaning it out. A chiminea made of metal requires a rain cap. This will shield it from heavy rain that could cause water to splash onto the chimney and cause a fire. It is also essential to store your Chiminea in a dry place during the winter.
Cast iron chimineas are more expensive, but they're extremely durable and robust. They're also simple to maintain. They're less susceptible to corrosion than steel, and they tend to develop a beautiful natural patina over time. However, they can be heavy so you'll either need an incredibly strong back, or help moving them onto your patio or deck.
Alternately, you can opt for a gas-burning chiminea, if you're not keen on lugging around large piles of wood. Many of these models have a tank built-in for propane gas, or can be connected to your natural gas line. Some, such as our top pick from the Blue Rooster Company, even come with a grill grate and fire poker so you can cook on your Chiminea.
2. Cuisinart Chiminea Lava Rocks
In contrast to boring wood-burning fireplace pits and awkwardly shaped propane tower heaters, this chiminea offers stylish, fiery ambience and warm and cozy ambience for your outdoor dining area or lounge on your patio. A directional heat-shield forces up to 40,000 BTUs outwards, warming your guests for alfresco meals or sunset cocktails. The elegant painted steel frame big clay chiminea and stainless steel base are strong with a tip-over security switch for added security. 8 lbs. of red lava rocks are included. They trap and disperse heat for warmth and atmosphere. You can adjust the flames by using the control system for heat. It can heat up to 200 square foot.
4. Kelly Clarkson Home Chiminea
When you're looking to bring warmth and ambiance to your outdoor space, Chimineas are a great option. These wood-burning vessels can produce more heat than a traditional fire pit and their vertical chimneys direct smoke away from seating. There are a variety of designs and sizes to pick from, with some being updated takes on traditional clay models and others being vintage-inspired options constructed from cast iron or steel that acquires an attractive patina over time. In contrast to regular fire pits that burn wood Chimineas are generally safe to use on wooden decks as long as they're properly placed and shielded from sparks.
There aren't many chimineas with a design that looks contemporary, but this model by Kelly Clarkson Home is unique with its sleek lines and gray tone-ontone finish. It features a large opening that makes it easy to load logs. It also includes a mesh cover and a log screen. The grill is grate that can be used to cook food over the flame.
The curved legs of this chiminea may not be suitable for uneven surfaces, but they can support its weight. It's among the tallest and widest chimineas on our lineup, and it weighs just 30 pounds, meaning it won't require many people to move it around your patio. It's also among the smallest chimineas on our list, making it a great choice for small spaces like cement balconies or postage stamp-sized urban patios.
This obelisk chiminea with an angled design is another stylish yet affordable option from Terrain that is currently available for sale. It's slightly smaller and wider than the other obelisk chimineas that we have on our list, and it's made of weather-resistant steel and a dark oxidized finish that will slowly develop a rustic patina with time. The large opening makes it easy to build a big fire and the Chiminea comes with a cover made of mesh and a log screen, a poker and a grate to cook on.
Although chimineas may not be as popular as built-in outdoor fireplaces they're an excellent choice for enhancing your patio and making your backyard feel more cozy and inviting. With their distinctive design and practical features, these multi-purpose fire pits will become your new favorite method to relax in the great outdoors.