Propane Patio Heater

There is a huge choice when it comes to patio heaters – though the overall design is typically the same: a tall poll with a dome at the top to direct the heat back down to the patio. There are designs that look like outdoor lighting – the type typically seen in motion detecting garden security lights, but these are halogen, and not propane heaters.

The average propane patio heater will provide 8 hours of heat from a single 20 pound canister, and will heat an area 4 meters (15 foot) in size. It is also worth mentioning that as patio heaters are outdoors, the risk of Carbon Monoxide poisoning is very low.

 Features to lookout for:

• Wheels will make it much easier to move your heater to the ideal location, and back into storage when not in use.
• Electric start – simply press a button to ignite the heater.
• Safety cutoff – Look for automatic shut off valve, and other safety features such as auto shutoff in high winds.
• With such a large range of propane patio heaters, and almost all featuring similar specifications, you could also lookout for bonus items, such as free patio cover, free home delivery, built in lighting – or even a free BBQ set.
When considering a patio heater you could also decide if a gas heater is right for you. There is an increasing range of electric patio heaters appearing on the market. If your patio is close enough to your home (Or even too close for a propane heater), or you do not mind running an extension cable, an electric patio heater could safe you purchasing propane tanks/refill tanks.

Why consider an electric heater?

Electric patio heaters work by heating a coil; they have absolutely no risk of carbon monoxide, have no smells from the burning gas, and do not require a fan to blow air out – which also stops any noise.