Have you been putting off the purchase of an outdoor fireplace because of the prospect of a long and messy assembly process? We don’t blame you. Who has time to deal with mixing mortar or finding the right glues and fasteners for the project? This is one of the main reasons why Mantels Direct is proud to include Perfect Outdoor Fireplace kits in our inventory of home hearth products.

Perfect Outdoor Fireplace kits take the hassle out of installing a fireplace in your backyard or outdoor kitchen. These pre-fab units are made of interlocking components that fit together without the use of adhesive compounds. Assembly can be completed in about an hour, which means you can begin using your new unit for heating or cooking on the same day it arrives at your home.

Here are some additional features that make Perfect Outdoor Fireplace kits worth a look:

• Modular design. The interlocking modular design not only makes assembly a breeze, but also makes it easy to disassemble and move your fireplace to another location or even put it in storage for the winter.
• No coating required. Perfect Outdoor Fireplace kits give you a great-looking product right out of the box. The units are available in 8 popular colors that require no additional coating at all. However, if you want to customize your unit, it is very easy to add bricks or stonework for a more elegant finish.
• Charcoal/wood or natural gas units. Choose the fireplace/BBQ edition for charcoal and wood-burning capabilities, or go with the multi-screen unit for the no muss, no fuss convenience of natural gas (optional logs are available as well).
• Multiple door and screen options. Just because Perfect Outdoor Fireplace kits are prefabricated, that doesn’t mean they can’t be personalized. We have five beautiful door handle designs to choose from, as well as different screen options that give you almost full control over the way the final product looks.
• Heat-dissipating stone. Each kit is made from durable heat-dissipating stone that not only withstands burning fires, but also resists cracking when exposed to extreme cold and snow.

Perfect Outdoor Fireplace kits make it easier than ever to assemble and install a home hearth product in your yard. If you’ve been holding off on a purchase because of misconceptions about assembly woes, then now’s the time to reconsider. Take advantage of our free shipping offer by ordering your kit today!

One of the fastest growing trends in the U.S. today is the concept of outdoor living. People all over the country are creating outdoor living spaces that extend the comforts of the home into the backyard. Lounge chairs, an eating area, and a chiminea or fire pit for cooking are typically all you need to get started, while installing additional fixtures such as outdoor fireplaces or windscreens will allow you to enjoy the space all year round.

If you’ve never had a chiminea or fire pit before, we recommend that you start with a low-maintenance product that is easy to assemble, care for, and use. Deeco in particular makes a number of unique outdoor heating products that match these criteria, so let’s turn our spotlight on a few of the more popular items from this manufacturer.

Deeco Western Basket Weave Jr. Chiminea
This is an attractive cast aluminum chiminea with an antique bronze finish. It features a basket weave motif and a hinged screen door for quick access to the fire. At just 43 inches tall, this particular chiminea is the perfect solution for smaller spaces where full-sized outdoor fireplaces simply won’t fit.

Deeco Chateau Merlot Outdoor Fire Pit
Fire pits don’t get more elegant than this! The Chateau Merlot is an attractive fire pit that will instantly draw the attention of anyone that enters your outdoor living space. The bowl, which is finished in antique copper, boasts a classic design of grape clusters and scrolling vines and the dome-shaped spark screen allows for a 360-degree view while preventing stray embers from creating a nuisance.

Deeco Sierra Swirl Fire Pit
The Sierra Swirl fire pit appeals to customers that prefer simplicity and function. The understated swirl pattern redirects your focus from the bowl to the flames, and the durable cast iron construction ensures that you will be able to enjoy the product for many years. Plus, unlike outdoor fireplaces that must remain in one place, the Sierra Swirl is portable and can be moved around with relative ease.

Deeco European Vineyard Chiminea
If you’re put off by the thought of how much maintenance is required for typical outdoor fireplaces, then you’ll love this Deeco European Vineyard chiminea. Its size allows you to build up a roaring fire that can be used for cooking or for warmth, while its cast aluminum construction keeps it lightweight enough to allow you to adjust its position according to wind changes or a simple desire to rearrange the patio.

Outdoor living is fun for the whole family, and once you get started, you’ll want to spend as many evenings as possible under the stars. Transform your outdoor space into a natural extension of your home by adding a Deeco chiminea or fire pit from Mantels Direct today.

Summer is nearing and spending time outdoors enjoying the fresh air, catching up with family and friends is worth looking forward too! MantelsDirect.com has a new line of fire pits from Patina Products, a laid back company from the coast of California. Where warm days and cool nights make outdoor living second nature to the Patina Products team.

Their line of handcrafted steel fire pits are well-built and are delivered to your door fully assembled. Each uniquely designed fire pit comes standard with a spark guard, cooking/BBQ grill, fire poker, and protective weather cover. Choose from their classic Pacific Coast Fire Pit, their fun, kid-friendly Safari themed fire pit, or the Patina Mardi Gras design for added flare. All Patina Products fire pits come standard with a 5-year warranty!

MantelsDirect.com is excited to announce the launch of DEECO, a manufacture of unique chimineas and durable fire pits. With summer upon us it’s time to spruce up your backyard or patio space, a cast aluminum chiminea or outdoor fire pit is a sure show stopper for your family and friends. Deeco products are low maintenance and ready to use throughout the year. This product line is artistically designed to fit any outdoor room. Each fire pit or chiminea style includes a spark guard to protect against unruly fire embers and a protective weather cover.

Vineyard Chiminea

The European Vineyard Cast Aluminum Chiminea is classically designed with grape vines and leaves – perfect for any outdoor garden or patio space. The Rock Canyon Outdoor Fire Pit Table is a versitle 3-in-1 party essential. The Rock Canyon model features 3 unique inserts; a 20-inch cast iron fire pit bowl adds warmth on cooler nights, a 20-inch copperized steel ice basin keeps drinks and food cold during backyard entertaining, and a mosaic slate insert with umbrella hole completes this 43 inch diameter table for dining alfresco.

Rock Canyon Fire Pit Table

If you’ve been shopping around for a fire pit, you’ve probably noticed how many of the available models are nothing more than a plain metal bowl that could easily double as the bottom half of a charcoal grill. While those pieces are certainly serviceable, we have to wonder who would want something so dull and uninspiring occupying a primary space in their backyard. As an alternative, we invite you to view the full line of Fire Pit Art outdoor fireplaces that we carry.

The products in this collection are not only functional, but also positively stunning to look at. Distinctive designs such as Third Rock and Barefoot Beach will dazzle you and your guests as the flames from a roaring fire dance through cutout shapes of the continents or seashells. For an understated yet elegant look that has endured through many centuries and will never go out of style, consider ordering the classic Fleur de Lis design. Or, to evoke the spirit of the American Southwest no matter where you are in the world, select the Kokopelli model, with its gecko, sun, and Hopi Indian god motif. A beautiful fire pit from this line will instantly transform your backyard from boring to brilliant as soon as it is put into place.

Unlike full-sized outdoor fireplaces which typically come in either wood-burning or gas log versions, an artistic fire pit can accommodate wood, natural gas, or propane, giving you the kind of flexibility you desire. Moreover, a fire pit is virtually maintenance free even when exposed to cold climates and harsh weather, which makes it a perfect fit for folks who don’t want the usual hassles involved in cleaning outdoor fireplaces.

All the models in the Fire Pit Art collection are handcrafted from solid carbon steel and feature an interior coating that is resistant to high temperatures to ensure both safety and durability. They also come with a rain drain in the bottom, and can be dressed up with optional accessories such as a spark screen or limestone base. In addition, each piece is individually numbered to reinforce its status as a unique work of art.

When it comes to your backyard, don’t settle for bland when you can have bold instead. Choose one of the attractive designs from the Fire Pit Art Outdoor Fireplaces line, and leave the mass-produced stuff to someone else!

There is more to a home than its walls, insulation, and foundation. Yards offer you space to relax, cook out, and enjoy nature. Think of the yard as an additional room of the home, requiring the same amount of planning and maintenance as the interior. Just as interior design elements help bring a home together, landscaping provides a finishing touch that makes a home feel complete.

Similar to interior design, an outdoor room plan begins with a focal point. A multipurpose focal point of an outdoor room is the  outdoor fireplace. They are not only a visual anchor for the eye to land upon, but serve several purposes in that they provide heating and a grill surface. A wood burning outdoor fireplace can add life to an other wise unused or uninteresting space.

Your family and friends can interact with an outdoor patio fireplace. The warmth causes guests to gather and having comfortable deep seating furniture invites them to linger around the outdoor fireplace. Having uninterrupted conversation has been effected by modern technology, such as cell phones and electronic games. The intangible benefits of spending time together are  found gathered around the outdoor fireplace, no better occasion for story telling.

The landscape compliments the home itself. Outdoor fireplaces and furniture should compliment the homes materials and aesthetic. A variety of styles of outdoor barbecue fireplaces are available and are suitable for do-it-yourself installation and even some with customization.   Just like jewelry is the finishing touch of an outfit, outdoor fireplaces may be the finishing touch that makes your homes yard feel complete.

Anyone who enjoys sitting outside enjoying the fresh air will love owning a chiminea. Chimeneas are freestanding, front-loading fireplaces and have a vertical smoke vent or chimney, perfect for use on decks and patios. Chimineas are beautifully designed and add style to any outdoor space. The difference between a chimenea and a basic fire pit design is that the chimenea forces smoke up and away. This is a benefit for windy evenings and for those who are sensitive to fire smoke.

Blue Rooster has over 12 years of experience designing and manufacturing outdoor fireplaces. They offer aluminum and steel chimeneas; which will not warp, crack or rust and are extremely light making them easy to move. Blue Rooster chimeneas should be placed on a brick, stone or concrete surface for safety. Browse through MantelsDirect.com large selection of chimineas, we’re sure you’ll find a design that’s the perfect addition to your outdoor space!

An appealing option for many homeowners to transform an outdoor patio, deck, or back garden into a more enjoyable destination has been the addition of an outdoor fireplace or fire pit.

Many designers will agree that using a fireplace outside as the centerpiece to your outdoor area doesn’t restrict or limit your ability to have a custom, individualized living space. Wide varieties of styles, sizes, materials, and fuels are available that all exude a different ambiance to fit anyone’s taste. For example, larger outdoor spaces may contain room for both a dining and lounging area. When looking for an outdoor fireplace to use as a focal point for this type of space, a see-through model would work well to use as a dual focal point.

Fire pits are another great option to include in your outdoor living space as well as a starting focal point to build a room off of. Just like outdoor fireplaces, fire pits can be made from a variety of materials that can suite just about anybody’s personal tastes. The type of fire pit you purchase should fit in with the outdoor backyard living space you have created, be it a woodland getaway or a more formal space with a pool and gardens. Besides the many material options out there, fire pits also come in many different styles. Options include everything from wood tables with an insert, one that looks like a stainless steel urn. They are also able to heat differently by using wood or natural gas.

There are numerous additional considerations and options to map out when taking your inside living spaces outdoors. Gazebos, shade sails, and umbrellas can be used as a focal point by themselves, or preferably, in conjunction with a fireplace.

Besides furniture and structural designs, lighting is another ideal way to balance and complete a room. Mood lighting, like solar landscape lighting and torches work well. Overhead and string lights can be used to match the season or just create an elegant ambiance.

Regardless what the final design turns out to be, outdoor living spaces offer homeowners an extension to their residence, adding more square footage and additional areas to entertain family and friends.

MantelsDirect.com has just added a fantastic selection of unique fire pits from artist Rick Wittrig. Rick hand-crafts these durable outdoor fireplaces at his home in central Tennessee. Designs range from the spherical ‘Third Rock‘ which was featured in the athlete’s village at the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics to the creative ‘Kokopelli‘ to the classic ‘Saturn’ Artisan Outdoor Fire pit.

Each fire pit is crafted with 1/4″ solid carbon steel and is designed to last a lifetime. Individual items are numbered by Mr. Wittrig on a small brass plaque attached to the base ring, making them unique and a sure conversation piece. Options include spark screens with wood loading hatches and flagstone bases which allow these wood burners to be placed on wood decks.

While outdoor living has grown in popularity, homeowners focus on the basics in a cool economy, according to an American Society of Landscape Architects survey of residential landscape architects. Overall, 94.4 percent of residential landscape architects rate outdoor living spaces, as somewhat or very popular for 2010.

The most popular outdoor entertainment features favor the essentials while avoiding expensive, elaborate items. Trends note the continued interest in seating and dining areas, the use of weatherized outdoor furniture, installing seating like benches and seatwalls, along with the ever-popular fire pit or outdoor fireplace.

One way to include the luxury of an outdoor fireplace is to avoid hiring a contractor or having tradesman on site, and choose a outdoor fireplace kit. A do-it-yourself custom application gives the Perfect Outdoor Fireplace an expensive look. These outdoor fireplaces come with interlocking pieces that can be completely installed without mortar nor glue within a days time. Another unheard of benefit is the outdoor fireplace gives the possibility of being disassembled and moved. Landscaping is sometimes done over time with an additional outdoor living space added in stages in another section of the property.

The Perfect Outdoor Fireplaces are also available in both gas and wood burning versions. Preferences for propane or natural gas may be met by these outdoor patio fireplaces. Having the versatility to warm both seating and dining areas and possibility to provide a grill surface, outdoor living trends will continue to include outdoor fireplaces.