Big Sky Outdoor Spaces Blog

Can you use a fireplace in Missoula? Learn how the wood burning rules work, why they exist, and how to enjoy a fire legally this winter.

Gas, pellet, charcoal or kamado? A step-by-step guide to choosing a grill in Montana and Idaho: fuel types, BTUs, materials, apartment and permit rules, and the brands we carry.

Gas, wood, pellet, electric or ethanol? Compare every type of fireplace and fire pit for a Montana home, learn Missoula's wood burning rules, and see how to convert an old wood fireplace to a gas insert.

There is no single Montana building code that applies uniformly from Eureka to Ekalaka.