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Cast Iron Chiminea - They're Heavy and Will Stay Put!
Cast iron chiminea - If you're looking to buy a chiminea that will
reside in a permanent location, cast iron is a terrific choice. Heavy
cast iron chimineas offer you both a durable and heavy duty fireplace
that will stand up to a lot of abuse and if well maintained should last
you a long time. In addition, cast iron fireplaces make beautiful focal
points outdoors, and look great when set out on the patio or by the pool.
Additional locations include: campgrounds and golf courses. Take a look
at some of the benefits of owning a chiminea.
The benefits to owning
- The above provide a great source of warmth and outdoor heating! You
will have no problem keeping your friends warm and cozy
- Great for outdoor parties when it's cool outside
- Kids will have fun roasting marshmallows or cooking hotdogs on a stick
(supervision recommended)
- Adults can grill, or kick back and enjoy stoking the fire with a glass
of wine or beer
Care and safety concerns for iron chimeneas
Owning one is great; however, there are some considerations to keep in
mind. One is that unlike an aluminum chiminea, iron rusts and will require
painting and sanding from time to time. One way to protect the from rust
is to keep it covered during the off season.
Chimenea covers sell for
around $25 to $50 online and are a necessary the investment. You can find
a great selection on Amazon
Another consideration is safety: metal surfaces get extremely hot when
the fire is burning. Supervise young children when in use. Also, protect
combustible surfaces such as wood decks from fire and heat damage. You
can buy a hearth pad or use brick or concrete pavers.
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