Adding a Fire Feature to your Backyard Pool

Imagine this, spending the night amidst a sky full of stars accompanied by the perfect atmosphere. These are the most relaxing and intimate moments you will ever have. The glimmering of fireflies and a warm, soft breeze can make your day worthwhile. If you intend to make such moments even more unique, you can additionally construct and position a fire feature.

As a pool builder, this means you can anticipate more customers willing to incorporate fireplaces into their outdoor spaces. However, with numerous designs and contemporary style options, one has to be prudent before settling for a particular model. Moreover, different outdoor spaces require different kinds of fire features.

In this article, we will discuss several fire features and how you can implement them well to create a cozy and relaxing environment.

Anchor or accent?

There are a variety of alternatives to choose from if you wish to create a comfortable, enthralling aura to your backyard space. Modern fire bowls, urns, firewalls, and fire tables are the perfect options for limited space.

For pool contractors to choose the appropriate fire feature, they have to comprehend its use. If your primary objective is to make your pool area more attractive, fire bowls or urns are the proper types of fireplaces for you. These features also work well with a Greco- or Tuscan-inspired pool layout that demands an antique design. 

The pool area will be even more attractive. Fire bowls and urns can contain tiny outlets, allowing water to flow into the pool, thus creating a sight to behold. Various types of fire features have mobility. You do not have to restrict them to the pool. Consider elements that contain a propane tank; you can position them anywhere compared to those fixed to a gas line. 

Customers like the aspect of mobility in fire feature to position it in different places, depending on the nature of the occasion. However, in case you desire to improve the attractiveness of a neglected section in your environment, a fireplace would be a good option. 

Fireside talk

While creating a fire feature section, do not forget that the swimming pool remains the center of attention. Please do not make the mistake of creating such a glamorous fireplace that captures the user’s attention compared to the swimming pool. Consequently, pool owners, primarily commercial owners, do not want a fireplace that’s unpleasantly overpowering.

Additionally, a fire table is a fantastic alternative. It’s not overbearing, but it’s attractive enough to offer a relaxing and serene surrounding. Similar to a fireplace, a fire table provides a place where people can sit. They contain a quality outside table with a uniquely designed fire bowl at the center. They are manufactured by glass fiber and supported by concrete.

As a pool builder, it is essential to identify the suitable size for a fire table. Pool owners prefer fire tables with a smaller width due to specific attributes. Low fire tables are more comfortable than high fire tables. You can use a low fire table to relax your feet as you get nearer the source of heat, thus feeling warmer. The disadvantage with a low fire table is it’s limited to contain a propane tank; therefore, requiring you to fix it to a gas line. 

Once customers are aware of this disadvantage, they get discouraged about purchasing it. However, improvising is possible. In such a case, I suggest that the low table be a secondary table to a bigger fire table. The tank, regulator, and hose are in the larger fire table and serve as a source of fuel to the lower fire table. In this case, the dining-style fire table will serve as a common eating area. On the other hand, the low fire table would be a relaxation and enjoyment area, mostly after meals. But ensure your customer knows that both types of the table require high positioned sits for the larger table and low positioned seats for resting at the lower fire table. 

The shape of a fire table is a crucial factor to consider when constructing fire tables. Square-shaped tables are best for a contemporary, regulated pool. However, a round the fire table is best for an irregular-shaped pool.

Note that all these considerations do not mean that building a fire feature should be expensive. Ready-made units are suitable for any layout a customer prefers. Most clients would rather know what to anticipate from the builder.

Furthermore, several measures should be undertaken when selling fire features that are already manufactured. As a pool builder, ensure you appropriately present them in your saleroom to attract more customers. Ultimately, you can also employ creativity when selling your services to portray a picture of what customers should expect in their backyards.