An outdoor wood burning fireplace gives you a real crackling fire, a permanent masonry focal point and a gathering spot for patios, outdoor kitchens and backyard living spaces. Shop prefab masonry outdoor fireplace kits in modern straight-front and traditional arched styles, in 30, 36 and 42 inch opening sizes. Each is certified to UL 127 and engineered for outdoor use, so you get the look of a custom masonry outdoor fireplace in a fraction of the build time.
Choose Your Outdoor Fireplace Style
The straight-front outdoor fireplace has a clean, modern opening that suits contemporary patios and almost any architecture. The arched outdoor fireplace has a Tuscan-style curved opening for a traditional, old-world look that pairs well with stone, stucco and Mediterranean-inspired outdoor rooms. Both use the same masonry construction and the same sizes.
Pick the Right Size
Choose the 30 inch for intimate patios and porches, the 36 inch for most backyard seating areas and outdoor kitchens, and the 42 inch for large covered patios and estate-style spaces. Match the size to your seating area, and check the minimum installed height before you plan a covered patio.
What You Need to Finish Your Fireplace
These units ship as a bare structural masonry system, ready to be finished. You will need a concrete pad, a firebrick install kit, a noncombustible hearth extension and an exterior veneer in stone, brick, stucco or tile. Many buyers source veneer locally to save on freight. A chimney base and block are built in, so you only add height if you want a taller chimney. Our outdoor fireplace buying guide walks through the whole project.
Prefab vs. Custom Outdoor Fireplace
A custom outdoor fireplace is built brick by brick on site, which takes weeks and costs more. A prefab masonry outdoor fireplace kit arrives engineered and ready to assemble, so a mason or experienced DIYer can build it faster and finish it with the veneer you choose. Custom still makes sense for a one-of-a-kind design. Prefer gas? See our outdoor gas fireplaces or browse every type in the outdoor fireplace collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an outdoor wood burning fireplace cost?
Prefab masonry fireplaces in this collection start around $2,800 for the 30-inch size. Plan for the firebrick install kit, a concrete pad, veneer material and labor on top of the unit price. Because you source the finish locally, your total depends on the stone, stucco, brick or tile you choose.
Do I need a chimney?
Yes. A wood-burning fireplace needs a chimney to carry smoke away. The prefab units here include a chimney base and block, and you can build a taller chimney for the look you want.
Can I install one on a covered patio?
Check your local building and fire codes first. A wood-burning fireplace has clearance rules for the chimney and nearby combustible materials, and the 42-inch size stands nearly 9 feet tall at its minimum installed height. Plan your roof line before you choose a size.
Do I need a permit or professional installation?
Most areas require a permit for a permanent outdoor fireplace, so check with your local building department. The units are designed for simplified installation, but the footing, firebrick lining and veneer work usually go best with an experienced mason or contractor.
What is a prefab outdoor fireplace?
A prefab outdoor fireplace is an engineered masonry firebox and chimney system that arrives ready to assemble. You add the concrete pad, firebrick lining and veneer, and you get a permanent wood-burning fireplace without a fully custom build.
