How to Warm Your Outdoors This Fall
Backyard Living
Fall means enjoying the changing weather by spending more time outdoors since the temperatures are so agreeable. Now may be the perfect time to create an outdoor living space where you can spend those chilly fall nights with family and friends. Enhancing your poolscape with a warm and inviting atmosphere is the perfect addition to enjoy the changing weather and memorable moments.
Read on to learn about outdoor heating options that are sure to add warmth to your outdoor living space this year.
Fire Pit
Fire pits are easy to use and cost-efficient, which makes them a perfect option to warm your outdoors. While they were originally designed to be situated lower on the ground, the options of shape, size, and materials have evolved, leaving many outdoor living designers the ability to get creative in their design. While wood-burning fire pits have been the conventional choice, the focus is shifting to those that are fueled by gas or propane as it’s friendlier on the environment and provides better air quality. You can make a fire pit even cozier by incorporating seating around the fire pit, complete with accent pillows and lanterns.
Outdoor Fireplace
Having an outdoor fireplace not only heats up your backyard during fall and the subsequent colder months but also provides a permanent hangout spot. You can easily add a seating area near the fireplace, like an outdoor sectional sofa to create a more welcoming atmosphere. When it comes to the fireplace design, you can build it yourself, get it custom-made, or even go for a prefab unit. Some of the various materials to choose from for an outdoor fireplace are metal, brick, concrete, and stone, and it can be fueled either by gas or wood. There are a few things to consider before getting one, such as the location of your property, previous landscaping, and existing structures.
Chimineas
Portable and freestanding fireplaces are known as chimineas, and they’re usually made of clay, cast iron, or aluminum. Originally used to provide a cooking platform, this method has now become a common option to provide warmth to the surrounding outdoors. Not only does it help your backyard look pretty, but it’s also a more affordable option when compared to an outdoor fireplace or built-in fire pit. They can be used either on gravel areas or covered patios. Make sure that you don’t use a chiminea on bark, wood chips, or natural grass lawns. These are a great option to give off ample heat that makes a gathering feel much cozier.
Your Austin Outdoor Living Experts
When it comes to your backyard living design, let the experts at Texas Pools & Patios help create the perfect outdoor space complete with an outdoor fireplace or fire pit for those cooler fall nights in Texas. Making your backyard accessible year-round with warm spaces is a great way to enjoy yourself outdoors and make the most of your beautiful home.
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