This fireplace is a beautiful design with a front shelf. The shelf depth is 6" which is sufficient for candles or other adornment. The seating is on three sides, 16" deep in the front and 8 inches deep on the sides. The overall dimensions of this fireplace are 80" wide (left to right), 48" deep (front to back), and 82 inches high (bottom to top). The firebox opening measures 32" wide, 24" deep, and 26" high. This fireplace requires block cutting.
Years ago I looked at my bare backyard and thought I should add something. I had a lot of unused space but felt trees and plants weren't what the space needed. I had seen outdoor kitchens and fireplaces in magazines and on TV and thought I would inquire with a contractor about having them built. I provided the contractors with example pictures of barbeques and fireplaces I liked and received quotes as high as $7,800 to build just the fireplace. more...