Hand-Laid Brick Outdoor Fireplaces in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
A brick outdoor fireplace is a timeless choice for Broken Arrow backyards. The warmth of traditional red or buff brick, the craftsmanship of hand-laid masonry, and the permanence of a structure built to last generations — these qualities make brick one of the most sought-after outdoor fireplace materials in Oklahoma.
VistaScapes hand-lays every brick fireplace we build. Our masons have the skills and experience to execute traditional brick patterns, corbeled chimney caps, soldier courses, and custom detailing that gives your fireplace a truly custom, crafted appearance.
What Goes Into a Properly Built Brick Outdoor Fireplace
A brick outdoor fireplace that performs well and lasts for decades requires more than a pretty brick facade. Here’s what VistaScapes builds into every fireplace:
Structural CMU Core
The fireplace is built on a CMU (concrete masonry unit) block structural core — the skeleton of the fireplace that carries the weight and provides the thermal mass. The brick is laid as a veneer over this structure, or incorporated as the primary structural material on smaller fireplaces.
Firebrick Firebox
The firebox interior — where the fire actually burns — is lined with firebrick (refractory brick) rated for continuous high heat. Standard face brick is not suitable for firebox use; firebrick absorbs and reflects heat without cracking or deteriorating.
Proper Smoke Chamber
The smoke chamber is the tapered section above the firebox that collects combustion gases before they enter the flue. A properly dimensioned and sloped smoke chamber is critical for good draft. A fireplace that smokes back into the yard is almost always the result of an improperly built smoke chamber.
Clay Flue Tiles
Clay flue tile liners run from the smoke chamber to the top of the chimney, providing a smooth, heat-rated, corrosion-resistant conduit for combustion gases. VistaScapes uses code-compliant clay flue tiles on all wood-burning fireplaces.
Spark Arrestor
A stainless steel spark arrestor at the top of the chimney prevents burning embers from escaping and landing on adjacent combustibles — a safety requirement and a code compliance item. Every VistaScapes fireplace includes a spark arrestor.
Brick Style Options for Broken Arrow Fireplaces
- Classic red clay brick: The traditional choice — warm, familiar, and pairs beautifully with cedar pergolas and traditional home styles
- Buff/tan brick: A lighter, more contemporary look that complements modern or transitional home architecture
- Old Chicago / reclaimed brick: Rustic, character-rich look with color variation and texture that new brick can’t replicate
- Painted or whitewashed brick: A limewash or painted finish on brick softens the look and can match specific exterior color schemes
Build Your Brick Fireplace with VistaScapes
Call VistaScapes at 918-779-1317 to discuss your brick outdoor fireplace in Broken Arrow. We’ll walk through design options, brick samples, and a detailed estimate for your specific backyard project.
