How to choose the right patio heater that matches your needs is very important. So below factors are for your reference.
Style
We introduced several types of patio heater in the last blog,so I don’t repeat it again in this artical. A variety of patio heater styles can add a unique aesthetic to a backyard oasis. You should choose a suitable patio heater according to the actual scene.
Area Size
The maximum area a patio heater will comfortably heat depends on several variables. Many large patio heaters are radiant, means they reflect heat waves rather than distribute heat via a fan. Radiant heat is more effective because it warms objects in front of it rather than just warming the air.
Depending on the power heating element, a patio heater can radiate heat 4 to 12 feet or even farther.
Heat Output
A natural gas or propane patio heater’s heat output is measured in British thermal units (BTUs). While an electric heater’s output is measured in watts.
- BTU estimation: The general formula for estimating suitable BTUs for a patio heater is to multiply the patio’s square feet by 20. For example, a patio that measures 20 by 20 feet equals 400 square feet of space. Multiplying 400 by 20 is 8,000, so a gas patio heater with an 8,000-BTU output would effectively heat the area. Gas patio heaters range from about 5,000 to 40,000 BTUs, depending on style and size.
- Watt estimation: Electric patio heaters offer a maximum of 1,500 watts—comparable to 5,100 BTUs—so they don’t generate quite as much heat as gas heaters, making them well suited to smaller patios.
Aesthetic
Except for the smallest space heaters, most propane patio heaters feature a cabinet that conceals the propane tank to create a cleaner look. For the best aesthetics, select a material that blends with the style of the home and patio. A sleek stainless steel patio heater will enhance the look of a contemporary home with modern décor, while a cast-iron firepit would better suit a rustic cabin getaway.
Safety
Manufacturers reduce the risk of burns by encasing patio heaters in materials that remain cool to the touch or placing the heating element above a level where humans can reach it (in the case of tower-style heaters). Still, consider the following tips to more safely use a patio heater.
- Move it away: Keep the patio heater away from walls, patio furniture, and flammable objects. The general rule is to position a patio heater with 3 feet of space on all sides.
- Keep it level: Some patio heaters provide a safety shutoff if the heater tips, but not all include that feature. Position the heater on a level spot to keep it from tipping over.
- Buy a fire extinguisher: Patio heaters don’t present a significant fire risk, but a wood-burning heater can eject burning ash, or a space heater could tip over. By having an extinguisher handy, you’ll be prepared in case of fire.
- Stay with it: Don’t leave a patio heater on without an adult present.
- Keep it covered: Some patio heaters include a cover. If not, invest in one, and cover the patio heater when not in use. A cover will keep bugs, dirt, and debris from blowing into the heating element, which can clog it or create a fire risk.
Portability
To move a patio heater from one side to the other or relocate it near a pool will be simpler if it includes wheels.
The largest propane patio heaters can weigh 60 pounds or more,and that’s not including the weight of a 20-pound propane tank.
Electric patio heaters are typically smaller and more lightweight, weighing up to an average of 20 to 30 pounds, but wheels will still come in handy.
The smallest portable heater may weigh only a few pounds and easily packed in the trunk of a car or moved to any yard location.
Considering what you need and place your order,You’ll be enjoying your patio heater in a few days.
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