Chim Chiminea…

Chim chiminea chim chiminea, chim chim cheree……. I would very much like a chiminea for the garden. As the weather is turning more Spring-like every day, I have started working in the garden again. We haven’t got a big garden at all, but it does have a delightful patio area with a nice view.

Cool

It gets cool out there in the evening, especially during the spring months, so my thoughts have turned to those bulbous lumps of clay with an upright proboscis, ok, chimney. Just the ideal thing to help stay warm. There’s always plenty of wood around these parts to be burnt and it doesn’t have to be the good stuff like you have to use in a wood burner.

Searching

After a brief spell of online sniffing, I am mesmerised by how many varied types of chiminea‘s there are. The clay ones are basically like a spring onion shape. From what I can tell, the price is reflected in the size. I think the same can be said about the steel ones, although the shapes vary quite a lot with them. I’ve put off the steel ones because of rust and decay etc.

I Have a Dream

I have a vision of sitting on the patio at dusk, it’s quite cool and the only sound is the distant owl, hooting to a mate from the local churchyard. A mug of tea in one hand and my bulbous companion sat by my side, the chiminea that is, keeping me nice and toasty. What more could anyone want?

Many Thanks

So it is, we have decided to go ahead and add one of these lumpy chimineas to our garden. I just hope now that we won’t have a wet summer as usually happens when I do something outdoors. I’d be very interested if anyone has experience of using a chiminea and any pros and cons. Thank you and have a lovely day.

If anyone else is looking for Chiminea, here’s a review of quite a few.

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34 Comments
  • Lauren
    March 7, 2022

    I have a lovely one in my backyard. I found it in a garden center years ago. I was so pleased with it that I bout three extras and gave them for gifts. I am sure you will enjoy it.

    • Trev
      March 7, 2022

      Thank you, Lauren. Sounds great. I will definitely get one now. 😊

  • derrickjknight
    March 7, 2022

    I’m amazed at how much warmth they give out

    • Trev
      March 7, 2022

      Thank you, Derrick, that’s what I wanted to hear. 😊

  • wrookieschu
    March 7, 2022

    Yes they are amazing garden features!

  • conniejjasperson
    March 7, 2022

    When I was growing up, we had a chiminea that my parents brought back from Mexico. That was a terrific addition to the patio, as fall and spring here in the Pacific Northwest tend to be cold, and it’s nice to get out of the house and sit in the garden with a cup of coffee.

    • Trev
      March 7, 2022

      Thank you, Connie. Much appreciated as always. I think my mind is made up now. 😊

  • Yetismith
    March 7, 2022

    Strangely, I have never heard of these, though I’m sure I have seen them in the garden stores and never realized what they were! Agree with you about the clay version. You must post pictures when it is installed! And I shall hope for a good English summer. (Meaning dry, not typical!)

    • Trev
      March 7, 2022

      Thank you, Yeti and yes, I will post pictures when it’s installed and up and running. 😊

  • John
    March 7, 2022

    Those look like they will keep you toasty warm outside, enjoy!

    • Trev
      March 7, 2022

      Thank you, John and I hope they do 😊

  • Lou Carreras
    March 7, 2022

    Trev, if you get a clay one remember to cover it in the winter. freezing and thawing cycles can crack the clay if if get’s left exposed to winter time rain and snow. After several of these we changed over to a clay fire pit instead. with a girl on it you can have an impromptu cookout, boil some water for tea, or just chuck a log on it for some marshmallow scorching.

    • Trev
      March 7, 2022

      Thank you, Lou. Yes, I am thinking of getting a clay one complete with a cover. I did look at firepits, but I like the height of the Chiminea. 🙂

  • pIEdTyPe
    March 7, 2022

    No experience here, but it sounds like a lovely idea.

    • Trev
      March 7, 2022

      Thank you and I’m sure it will be a roaring sucess. 🙂

      • Chaymaa
        March 7, 2022

        I used to see it whenever I visited my relatives. It’s beautiful 😊

        • Trev
          March 7, 2022

          Thank you, Chaymaa. 🙂

  • Going Batty in Wales
    March 7, 2022

    I had one but found I never used it. I did have lunch outside with some friends on Saturday so Spring is definitely on the way. Enjoy your patio and chiminea!

    • Trev
      March 7, 2022

      Thank you, they seem very popular and useful 😊

  • Rosaliene Bacchus
    March 7, 2022

    Good for you, Trev! Enjoy many warm spring evenings outdoors 🙂

    • Trev
      March 7, 2022

      Thank you, Rosaliene 😊

    • Cherie White
      March 9, 2022

      Oooh, I’ve always wanted one of those! A friend of mine has one and not only does it keep you good and toasty, it also adds a lot of style to a patio! My birthday is coming up soon- I’ll definitely start giving my husband a few hints. 😁😁😁

      • Trev Jones
        March 16, 2022

        Sorry I haven’t repiled sooner, Cherie, but for some reason your comment went into the spam folder. All sorted now and thank you for your kind comment. Yes, kep on to your husband to get you a chiminea. 🙂

  • Peter's pondering
    March 7, 2022

    We go for the old fashioned version Trev. Coat, hat, and scarf!

    • Trev
      March 7, 2022

      Thanks Peter, but I’m fed up of wearing those all the time. 🙂

  • SueW
    March 7, 2022

    We have one of those round metal fire pits on legs, well, it’s son-in-law Simon’s really, but we share most things. We’ve had many a spring evening and autumn too sitting around the pit, with a blanket, glass of wine and listening to music, oh so warm and cosy too.🙂

    • Trev
      March 7, 2022

      Thank you, Sue. That’s what I’m hoping, spring and autumn evenings outside and staying nice and warm. 🙂

  • Eileen
    March 8, 2022

    We have one of these pizza ovens – https://www.castironchimineas.co.uk/The%20Pizza%20oven.htm – it’s been lit three times (to ‘cure it’) and we’ve never cooked a pizza or anything else in it – but it’s handy to know it’s there if the electricity goes off when I’m cooking Christmas Dinner!

    • Trev
      March 9, 2022

      Lol, at least it will keep you warm if you need it. Thank you, Eileen 😊

  • markbierman
    March 11, 2022

    I too, share your dream of warm nights on the back deck.

    • Trev
      March 12, 2022

      Thank you, Mark, yes, I am looking forward to them 😊