What is a Patio Heater?
There are several types of patio heaters that vary in size, heat source, and style. There are three main kinds of patio heaters when it comes to heat source: propane/gas, infrared, and electric. All three are used to heat areas outside the home, such as porches or patios. Infrared heaters use infrared heat waves to heat the object or material in the path of the heater. They are very effective for large areas because they heat only objects and not surrounding air. Gas or propane heaters are connected to a gas or propane source (line or tank) to fuel their heat output. They are powerful and often cost effective. Electric heaters run off of electricity. They are often the easiest to set up and operate. No matter which type of patio heater you prefer, you can get a source of heat that will make outdoor parties and family time a great option year round.
A patio heater is a large, erect radiative heater built for use in open spaces. Patio heaters are very popular for home use, particularly for patios or outside dining areas, and are also found in a number of restaurants and cafes with outdoor seating. The circle of heat a patio heater casts out varies depending on the manufacturer, model, and weather conditions. Most patio heaters can maintain a circle of 10-20′ (3-6m), with some models in ideal conditions warming up to 30′ (9m) of space. A patio heater will raise the ambient temperature anywhere from 10-25 degrees Fahrenheit. Due to the relatively small rise in ambient temperature, a patio heater is designed to make spending dusk and evening on somewhat temperate evenings more enjoyable, or to extend by a few weeks the period of time one can spend outside during late fall or early spring. A patio heater is not designed to be brought out in the dead of a cold winter to make the snowy landscape suitable for an outdoor picnic, but will c
