Outdoor Recreation - Outdoor Heaters
About Outdoor Heaters
| Outdoor Heaters allow all-year round enjoyment of your outdoor living area, fast becoming essential for outdoor living. Outdoor Heaters are become increasingly popular for outdoor alfresco dining in the winter months – whether at home in the backyard, or in a fine restaurant, outdoor heaters will make your dining experience a lot more enjoyable. With a range of products to choose from, an effective heating system will allow your family and friends to enjoy the outdoors in winter as well as summer. There are several options, both contemporary and traditional for heating your landscape patio, courtyard or BBQ area. |
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Benefits of Outdoor Heaters
The most important benefit is of course the luxury of utilizing your outdoor area in the colder months. Not only will they keep you and guests warm, they are economical, easy to use and completely safe if used correctly.
Patio Heaters
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Patio Heaters are commonly used for restaurants and are available for domestic use as well. Powered by gas bottles, they are tall and thin so are great for small areas as they do not take up much space. Patio Heaters utilize radiant heat which warms objects and people without heating the surrounding air. Depending on the air temperature and the model, the average gas outdoor heater can warn a radius of 5 meters. They are fairly safe as they are stable and the heated elements are 2 meters in height, out of reach for small children. However, in strong windy conditions they do tend to switch off automatically. |
Braziers
| These traditional heaters, known as braziers, are made of steel baskets in which fuel is burned to produce heat, briquettes are commonly used. These types of outdoor heaters have been used for centuries, in recent times braziers have been made from tempered steel. They are economical to purchase and run, however caution must be taken around younger children and they situated on the ground, as they are hot to touch and could be hazardous. Braziers are stylish and can accommodate any surroundings. They are small and easy to store away when not needed, and the glowing embers provide warmth to an outdoor living area. |
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Chiminea Heaters
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Outdoor fireplaces can be manufactured from iron or clay. Originating from Mexico is the Chiminea which is constructed from clay. Chimineas are expensive to purchase, but very cheap to run and maintain, and are one of the cheapest of all outdoor heating devices. When lit, these outdoor heaters provide character and warmth. They are also very visually appealing with the terracotta look which makes them attractive even when not in use. However, they can be dangerous for younger children, as they sit on the ground and are extremely hot to touch and produce most of the heat at ground level. |
Safety Tips for Outdoor Gas Heaters
- Be sure to read any operating or installation instructions that accompany the heater, and follow all instructions as shown.
- Know the type of gas used, how to turn it on and off, and how to look after it
- Always treat gas with respect and be careful, and be sure your appliance is properly maintained
- Before the winter months, make sure the heater is in a good condition.
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