{"id":9957,"date":"2019-09-02T07:00:49","date_gmt":"2019-09-02T11:00:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.surroundslandscaping.com\/?p=6372"},"modified":"2024-06-12T18:00:36","modified_gmt":"2024-06-12T18:00:36","slug":"how-to-safely-add-a-fire-feature-to-your-backyard","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.surroundslandscaping.com\/how-to-safely-add-a-fire-feature-to-your-backyard\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Safely Add a Fire Feature to Your Backyard"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Whether you imagine cuddling up under a blanket with a loved one while listening to the hiss and crackle of a wood fire, or you wish for a centerpiece for your nighttime parties, a fire feature is a wonderful addition to many outdoor spaces. In fact, on a cold evening, there are few things better than a roaring fire.<\/p>\n

A fire feature, however, is unlike most other outdoor amenities. There are many factors that affect safety and your enjoyment of it. You need to discuss prevailing wind direction, location, design style, size, and space requirements with a landscape design professional. They will help you plan the perfect outdoor fireplace<\/a> for your backyard by informing you of the practical and aesthetic considerations involved.<\/p>\n

Ask Yourself \u201cWhy\u201d<\/h2>\n

Why do you want a fire feature<\/a>, how do you plan to use it, how frequently, and with whom? All of this will help you determine some of the critical details of your fire feature from its principal function in your outdoor environment to how it relates to other features in the landscape.<\/p>\n

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Function Before Form<\/h4>\n

Before getting into a deep discussion about size and style, think about the primary function of your fire feature. Do you need it to generate heat and the experience of a real fire, or are you purely interested in the visual effect?<\/p>\n