January’s best selling chimenea

toledo

So you love a chimenea. So do we. They’re amazing things, so simple but so effective, and so good to look at. So which chimenea model is flying off our shelves the fastest for January 2023? January’s best selling chimenea is the big, bold XL Toledo Cast Iron Chimenea decorated with stunning 3D Bronze Grapes, […]

Masonry BBQ buying guide – It’s heavy, man!

Mediterrani Large Stone Masonry BBQ

Thinking about buying a masonry BBQ? You need our masonry BBQ buying guide, containing the insight and facts you need to make the right choice, pick the right model, and enjoy the fun to the max. Here goes. Masonry BBQ facts – We’re talking permanent Masonry is another word for stonework or brickwork. And that […]

3 fab outdoor living essentials from Tepro

Tepro Topeka XL Deluxe Gas Fire Pit Table

Our customers love the Tepro brand. The Tepro people deliver quality every step of the way. We thought it’d be fun to feature three of the most popular products in the Tepro collection, cool outdoor living essentials carefully designed for great performance and good looks, and all completely different. First, the Tepro Topeka XL Deluxe […]

Pizza oven buying guide

Callow Large Stainless Steel Outdoor Pizza Oven

Before lockdown we were already spending more time in our gardens, now alfresco living is an even bigger thing. And that means more of us than ever need a decent pizza oven buying guide to help us make the best choice for perfect outdoor pizzas. Read on for sensible advice about which to choose and […]

4 best selling pizza ovens

As more of us spend more time in our own gardens than ever, pizza ovens have become a fast-growing trend. So which model do you choose? Here are four of our best selling pizza ovens, each with a different style but all great quality items, built to last. When your version of the alfresco lifestyle means pizza, […]

Why buy a permanent masonry BBQ

Mediterrani Large Stone Masonry BBQ

We sell some amazing masonry BBQs, classy stone-effect barbecues in different designs. Some are brick BBQs, others have a natural stone or slate effect finish. But they’re all super-heavy, built to last for decades. Why buy a permanent masonry BBQ? There are all sorts of reasons, and we’re about to dive into them. Afterwards we’ll […]

How to protect a chiminea in winter

chiminea protection in winter

As the autumn gives way to winter, it’s time to think about keeping your chiminea in good nick. This is our guide to how to protect a chiminea in winter. Do this and your wonderful chiminea will stay looking good for longer – and it won’t crack in the frost. Protect a clay chiminea in […]

What happens when a clay chiminea gets older?

aging chimineas

Our friends down in Devon have been watching with interest as their large Mexican clay chiminea ages. It’s really interesting. Here are some photos, with captions to explain what you can see. They love the look. It’s natural and real, and helps the chiminea bend into the garden beautifully. “We could easily clean off the […]

Quick look – A clay chiminea with candles!

chiminea with candles

Isn’t this clay chiminea with candles gorgeous? We thought you’d like to see photos of an XL Mexican clay chiminea with tea lights in it. It just goes to show, chims are as decorative as they are practical. When there’s a heatwave and it’s too dry to light your chiminea without setting the neighbourhood on […]