Outdoor Installation GuidelinesUpdated 4 months ago

The Aquafire Water Vapor Fireplace Inserts are not typically placed outdoors or rated for outdoor use, but can be installed with proper precautions.  It needs to be under a covered porch or roof as rain and debris can easily get inside the insert if left exposed.  A wind screen is needed around the insert to protect the flames from heavy winds and cross-breezes. You will also need to drain the insert before potentially freezing weather. 

Do not put the insert in a complete glass container. Doing so can create condensation since the vapor flames are not able to dissipate into the ambient air. 

That being said, we have had plenty of customers successfully install the Aquafire in an outdoor setting. The picture below is an Aquafire fire feature on the porch of a restaurant in Disney's Coronado Springs Resort. This install has clear, glass wind screens around the perimeter of the insert to keep strong wind currents from disrupting the flame:

Completely outdoor installation in glass container with air allowances: