Which is better: Wood-Burning Fireplaces or EcoSmart Biofuel Fireplaces?

There’s nothing quite like the ambiance and visual appeal of a fire in your home, but not all fire features are equally well suited to every home. From size to installation considerations to aesthetics, you have to decide what type of fireplace represents the best value for your home. Two such possible features are natural fireplaces (a.k.a. wood-burning) and EcoSmart Fire biofuel fireplaces. To determine which would be the better fit for you, read on to discover their core differences.

As EcoSmart Fire fireplaces have become more commonplace in decks and porches in Maryland and Virginia, their wide range of product lines are getting exposed to more potential customers. One line that’s stirring up a lot of interest in particular is their collection of portable outdoor fireplaces, which are durable, practical biofuel fireplaces in a durable, stainless steel package.

If you love the visual appeal, ambiance, and versatility of a fireplace but are holding off because of concerns about the installation process, know that there are alternate installation options available to you. In particular, EcoSmart Fireplaces can be installed in a number of ways—all of which limit the time commitment, mess, and hassle of traditional fireplaces.

Danver Stainless Outdoor Kitchens have been in the market of making upscale outdoor cabinetry for many years. They've seen trends in outdoor kitchen designs come and go, but not every concept has proven as enduring as powder coated stainless steel kitchen cabinets or Infratech infrared heaters. With that unique perspective, Mitchell Slater, president and founder of Danver Cabinets, spoke to Design Builders about his favorite products and innovations to prevail in stainless steel outdoor cabinetry.

When people are interested in investing in an outdoor living space, one of the primary concerns is how to maximize the usability of that space for as many months of the year as possible. Depending on the particular climate and weather patterns of the region where that outdoor space is being designed, this can mean combating both hot summers and cold winters. In terms of winter months, infrared heaters and other outdoor patio heaters are one common means of battling lower temperatures.