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Outdoor Fireplace Design Criteria

Gas Only or Wood Burning Fireplaces?

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When a client decides they want to have a fireplace in the yard, the first consideration I have is "what type"? Do they want to burn wood logs or only faux logs with a gas flame.

The construction and code requirements vary substantially between the two and in some fire-hazard communities they do not allow wood burning features near slopes, or at all. Wood burning fire features require a "spark arrestor" to reduce hot sparks from accidentally igniting your neighbor's home.

Hot Tip!
Check local zoning and building codes before you start. Some communities do not allow wood burning fireplaces.

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