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A fireplace is a permanent, above-ground structure, usually with a chimney. It provides a windbreak and a large visual focal point for your outdoor space. A fire pit is raised or sunken into the ground and allows for 360-degree seating around it.  Both options can be wood burning or gas.

Because of its height and weight, an outdoor fireplace requires a reinforced concrete foundation. It should be placed where the chimney can safely release smoke without blowing it into a window. Local safety codes usually require an outdoor fireplace to be built at least 10 feet from combustible structures.

It depends on your preferences! Wood-burning fireplaces provide a traditional ambiance but require cleaning and wood storage. Gas fireplaces are easy to turn on and off with a switch and don’t produce smoke.

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