The days are getting longer and the temperatures outside are more pleasant, so you feel like spending more time outside. If you also have a garden or a spacious terrace, you are closer to absolute happiness in the summer. You can relax undisturbed in your private area or receive guests there. Modern garden design can also be used to optimize an unfavorable location or other circumstances and get the best out of it.
OneFire pitPlacing or installing in the garden can be described as a tendency that has its origins deep in human history. Mastering fire has had a significant impact on our development. In the past, people gathered around the crackling fire and the food was also prepared there. A lot has changed today, but the attraction and fascination of the flame still lives within us.
A fireplace becomes a place through its play of lightCenterpiece of the outdoor areaand provides cozy warmth, which can be very practical in the cool evenings under the open sky. There is also something magical about the crackling fire that brings people together and draws them closer.
Modern Designstransform the fire into a highlight that appears in very multifaceted shapes. A variety of outdoor fireplaces, garden stoves, fire bowls and columns bring the decorative flame to cult status and decorate the outdoor area. But is an open fire always allowed on your own property?
In principle, the fireplaces are considered open fires and although they are part of private property, the municipalities have their own rules for this. In most cases, a system with an open flame requires a permit, especially if you have direct neighbors. The smoke and woody scent is not always desirable.
Open fire pits are only permitted at Easter and even a small one should be registered with the municipality. In principle, general rules apply to burning wood on private property. Every responsible citizen should adhere to this strictly, as there is a risk of injury to himself and other people, as well as a risk of fire.
If there is a fire, a fire extinguisher should be available. Alternatively, you can hold a large bowl of water next to the fireplace. An existing water source in the garden is of course another option.
No leftover wood, old wooden furniture, fresh twigs or leaves may be burned. This creates a lot of smoke and fumes that can be a nuisance to the neighborhood. Plus, the smell that comes from it is certainly unpleasant. For the fire pit, you are only allowed to burn commercially available wood or collect it from your own property.
In strong winds, open fires are not permitted as there is a risk of fire. Sparks can travel uncontrollably and accidentally cause a fire. Many designer fire pits are equipped with fireproof protective glass that keeps the flame insulated.
Gasoline and accelerants have no place next to the fire. Means specially suited for this purpose help to light a fire. Anything else can cause injury. Do not leave any fireplace unattended and do not leave the area until the flame has been completely extinguished.
No matter how big or small the fire pit is, surrounding furniture, bushes and branches can catch fire and they must be kept out of the reach of the flames.
Once you have all the tips in mind, you can choose the right place in the garden for the fire pit. Accordingly, you should choose an appropriate size. Modern designs offer very sophisticated alternatives to the traditional fire pit.
Fire columns are ideal for achieving a purely decorative effect and setting accents in the garden. The flame could also be powered by gas and simply adjust its strength or extinguish completely.
Other fire pillars are filled with firewood and then lit. Although this works with real wood, no ash falls out due to the elongated construction. The flame is isolated from the construction and you can relax and watch its magical play.
Fire columns usually end with fireproof glass, which insulates the flame while allowing it to be viewed directly. Other versions are made entirely of metal, sheet metal or steel, which is perforated with various motifs.
A fire pit next to a body of water creates a magical play of light as the light from the flame is reflected in the surface of the water and creates other effects.
Decorative fireplaces can also be operated with ethanol or gas. The outdoor ethanol fireplaces do not require any permanent installation or connection. Various designs allow mounting or lowering in the table or even the floor covering.
The fire bowl is the simplest alternative to the fire pit in the garden, which can be easily set up on any surface. Small amounts of wood are burned and for this reason there is no requirement for a permit.
The fire bowl basically consists of a round-shaped piece of metal, usually steel, with a small opening in the middle so that the extinguishing water can flow away. A base frame ensures stability, makes the system transportable and can also be set up on uneven surfaces.
Designer fire bowls impress with their materiality and design. Sometimes they reach over a meter in diameter. Some versions offer the option of placing a grill on top.
The decorative fireplace not only enchants the house, but also transforms the garden into a real oasis of well-being. It is important to note that the flame of this type of fireplace lasts up to four hours. The fuel is then recharged.
The ethanol fireplaces do not produce smoke or unpleasant smells. They provide an eye-catcher and a pleasant, cozy atmosphere, but cannot ensure sufficient warmth like a real fire.
Since the ethanol fireplaces are very decorative and particularly attractively designed, they find a suitable place in the center of the garden or in the central place so that you can view the magnetic play of flames from every angle.
Gas fireplaces are a widely popular option for fireplaces in the garden. They offer several advantages and are so highly valued for this reason. They run on gas, produce beautiful flame and produce heat. Outdoor gas fireplaces are a good solution for the cold season and are often used in winter gardens or pubs.
Without a doubt, the best option is a fire pit integrated into the outdoor kitchen. Delicious grilled specialties and traditional oven dishes can be prepared there. Of course, the system of this type requires a complex construction and is a long-lasting investment.
Many fireplaces that are suitable for indoor use can also be installed in terraces or patios. A garden area with a patio roof would be the perfect situation to have an outdoor fireplace installed. This creates a cozy atmosphere, but saves you the dirt of the firewood and the smoke.
