Outdoor Masonry Fireplace Dimensions

The firebox design is critical.

Outdoor masonry fireplace dimensions.

No time calculating firebox dimensions or thinking about draft details your contractor can simply focus on their artistry. The firebox depth does not include the thickness of the facing material you see when looking at the fireplace. I suggest 4 solid block for this purpose. By using our outdoor fireplace kits you can still achieve your custom look but can be assured the guts of your masonry outdoor fireplace kit is built correctly.

The configuration and dimensions of most other components of the fireplace and chimney are based primarily on the dimensions of the fireplace opening selected. Outdoor fireplaces can be as small as four feet tall three feet wide and two feet deep. Proper detailing and construction can also contribute to the overall performance of the fireplace. The rear wall of the firebox rises vertically from the floor of the fireplace and then begins to slant towards the fireplace opening just at the top of the gas logs.

Brick masonry residential fireplaces can be made more energy efficient by providing a source of combustion and draft air drawn from the exterior of the structure. Next you will build your firebox to whatever size you have chosen using firebrick and refractory cement from your local masonry supply. Figure 1 shows details and table 1 provides the widths and heights of fireplace. The fireplace opening is a very important element in fireplace design.

Technical notes 19a residential fireplaces details and construction rev may 1980 reissued jan.