Why We Love Best Chiminea (And You Should Also!)

How to Choose the Best Chiminea for Your Outdoor Living Space

A chiminea makes a great addition to an outdoor living space since it is more durable than a fireplace, and produces a controlled, focused flame. Look for models made of steel to resist corrosion and stand up to high temperatures.

Also, make sure your model comes with an grate for logs and a poker to ensure safe handling. The grate should be removable, allowing you to tend the fire without burning your fingers.

1. Terrain Chiminea Angled Obelisk

Terrain's obelisk-shaped chiminea with an angled design is currently $33 cheaper for a limited period of time. It makes the perfect accent for any backyard. It is made of weather-steel which is a durable metal that develops an attractive patina that rusts as time passes. It's light enough to be portable and comes with grilling grates so you can cook your favorite burgers and take pleasure in the crackling flames while you cook.

The chiminea, though not as versatile as the top choice, is a great option to add warmth and ambiance to your backyard. The angled design not just looks great, but helps keep the fire burning. It also has a handy latch that opens the mouth for easy access to place logs inside, and closes after you're done.

For safety and longevity, you must regularly dust and clean your chiminea. You can also touch up the paint of metal chimineas using high-heat paint specially designed for fireplaces and grills. This will help prevent rusting and extend the life of your investment.

It is important to ensure that the chimney is clear of obstructions, as well as cleaning it. A chiminea made from metal needs a rain cap. This will shield it from heavy rain that could cause water to splash onto the chimney and cause a fire. It's also important to keep your Chiminea in a dry place in winter.

Cast iron chimineas tend to be more expensive than other types of chimineas, but they're strong and durable. They're also easy to maintain. They're less susceptible to be rusty than steel, and tend to develop a gorgeous natural patina as time passes. However they are heavy, and you'll need a strong back, or help in moving them onto your patio or deck.

You can also opt for a gas-burning chiminea, if you don't want to carry around huge piles of wood. Many of these models come with an integrated propane gas tank or connect to your existing natural gas line. Some, such as our top model from the Blue Rooster Company, even include a grill grate as well as a fire poker, so you can cook with your Chiminea.

2. Cuisinart Chiminea with Lava Rocks

In contrast to boring wood-burning fireplace pits and awkwardly-shaped propane tower heaters, this chiminea delivers stylish, fiery ambience and warm comfort for your outdoor chiminea dining space or patio lounge. A directional heat shield pushes up to 40000 BTUs outwards, bringing warmth to your guests for alfresco meals or evening cocktails. The sleek steel frame is painted and the stainless steel base are durable, with a tip-over safety switch to provide additional protection. 8 lbs. of red lava rocks are included. They trap and disperse heat for warmth and ambiance. You can alter the flames with the heat control system. It can heat up to 200 square feet.

4. Kelly Clarkson Home Chiminea

If you're looking for a way to bring warmth and ambiance to your outdoor space, Chimineas are a great alternative. These wood-burning vessels can project more heat than standard fire pits and their vertical chimneys help to direct smoke away from seating areas. There are a variety of sizes and styles to pick from, including modernized versions of traditional big clay chiminea models and others being vintage-inspired options constructed of Cast Iron Chiminea iron or steel that develops a handsome patina over time. Chimineas can be installed on wooden decks. They are safe to use, unlike traditional fireplaces that burn wood.

There aren't many chimineas that look modern, but this model by Kelly Clarkson Home is a standout with its sleek lines and gray tone on tone finish. It has a wide opening that makes it easy to load logs. It also includes a mesh cover and a log screen. The grill grate 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's among the highest and widest chimineas on our lineup, and it weighs just 30 pounds, meaning it won't require multiple people to move it around your patio. It's one of the lighter chimineas in our list. This makes it an ideal choice for small chiminea spaces, such as cement balconies or postal stamp-sized urban patios.

This obelisk chiminea that is angled is another fashionable and affordable alternative from Terrain that is currently available for sale. It's slightly larger and shorter than our other obelisk-shaped chiminea, and made from weather-resistant steel. The dark oxidized finish develops a rustic patina with time. The large opening allows for easy construction of an enormous fire. The chiminea includes a mesh cover as well as a log screen a poker, and a grate to cook on.

Although chimineas may not be as popular as outdoor fireplaces that are built into the ground, they are a great way to enhance your patio and make your backyard more inviting and cozy. With their distinctive design and practical features, these multi-purpose fire pits are sure to become your new favorite way to enjoy the outdoors.