We all know the feeling. You’re throwing a party and you’re stuck in the kitchen while everyone else is out having fun. Or, you’re trying to entertain guests but the smoke from the grill is wafting into the house. Sound familiar? If you love to entertain but hate being stuck in the kitchen, then an …
If you’re interested in cooking pizza at home, you might be wondering what type of bricks you need for a pizza oven. There are many different types of bricks available on the market, and each one has its own benefits and drawbacks. In this blog post, we will go over the different types of bricks …
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Do you like to relax by the fire? There’s nothing quite like spending an evening around a warm outdoor fireplace. But before you can enjoy the experience, you need to know how to start a fire correctly. In this blog post, we will teach you everything you need to know about outdoor fireplace safety and …
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If you’re looking to take your pizza game up a notch, you need to invest in a brick oven. While there are many tips and tricks for making the perfect brick oven pizza, we’ve compiled 5 of the most important ones for you here. Follow these tips and you’ll be churning out delicious, crispy pizzas …
Did you know that a brick oven can be used for more than just pizza? In fact, there are many things you can make in a brick oven that you might not have known about. At Round Grove, we want to help you get the most out of your brick oven. That’s why we’ve put …
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Brick ovens are a popular choice for pizza enthusiasts. They provide an authentic brick oven experience. However, brick ovens require regular maintenance in order to function properly and produce delicious food. In this blog, we will discuss the basics of brick oven maintenance, including the tools you will need and the steps you should take …
Outside the fireplace there are four different shapes for the chimney transition. Arch the firebox or keep it rectangular—whatever you prefer. Mantel reinforcement or chimney set‐back for mantel rest are two more options. I recently completed a project for a client that included a TV nook with electrical rough‐in over the fireplace. We’ve done this a couple …
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It is normal to see some cracks in the mortar joints of your outdoor fireplace. Cracks appear because of environmental factors, mainly moisture and freezing temperatures. An outdoor fireplace gets much more exposure to these environmental factors. It is important to keep moisture out of the flue and out of the firebox. At the same …
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The Fiesta-Mini footprint is only 39” wide—so it can fit through tight clearance, yet the brick oven is actually larger than the Kiva combo. The downside of the Mini fireplace is chopping the wood a little smaller. An 18” stainless log grate completes the picture. The Fiesta-Poco features the best value for the size with …
I often tell the story of how Round Grove Products got started, but it’s more relevant to hardscape contractors now than at any other time. My wife and I designed a DIY outdoor kitchen for our backyard patio that included a fireplace and hired a contractor with an excellent reputation. We watched the construction progress …
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