Maintaining a fireplace in the backyard
Thursday, July 30th, 2009Outdoor fireplaces are similar to indoor fireplaces and have stone or brick patio. Traditionally, like all fireplaces, even the outdoor ones were wood burning but these days, due to pollution and its energy efficient capabilities, or rather lack of it, has people moving towards gas. Even outdoor fireplaces require regular cleaning to maintain it.
Outdoor fireplaces using gas are quite popular these days as they provide immediate warmth, very similar to wood. Gas logs sets are used instead of wood in gas fireplaces. Gas logs are ceramic fibers which resembles wood. These use natural gas or propane for burning; as a result they do not produce carbon monoxide and also do not leave ashes. Vent free gas logs are always advisable for use.
Like for indoor fireplaces, even outdoor fireplaces will require few essential accessories. Depending on the budget, one can buy a range of fireplace accessories. Like a fireplace tool sets is very essential which contains a shovel, tongs, brush and poker. Fireplace screen, another important item prevents the sparks from leaving the fireplace and also prevents pets and children from coming in contact from fire. But these screens are useful in wood fireplaces and not in electric and gas fireplaces.