Gas Patio Heaters

The market for outdoor living is expanding as we become more social in our culture. One of the favourite new lifestyle changes is to extend the seasons by placing a garden patio heater on the terrace.

There are various types of garden patio heaters which can be fuelled by gas. These can range from free standing, fixed/plumbed into the ground, table models, wall units, and pit/basket types. Due to the ease of use and versatility, one of the most popular types is the free standing gas heater; of course there are many varieties of gas heaters on the market but when choosing your heater it is important to consider the following points: Power output; Safety; Heat Control. For more information see below:

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Power Output

This can be described in KW or BTU/h's (British Thermal Unit). It is worth checking the BTU's, this is the engine size and a more accurate way of understanding how much heat will be generated. Table models often have low output; standing models should have a min 35,000 BTU up to 45,000BTU. Anything higher will only marginally increase the available heat but will cost more to run!

Heat Control

Some garden patio heaters only offer a high and low heat setting. Always look for variable heat control.

Safety

Garden patio heaters fitted with a flame failure device are common now. Not all models though are fitted with a tilt safety shut-off. This device will cut the supply of gas should the heater lean/tip over. It is unadvisable to situate garden patio heaters on a slope, they should be placed on firm, level ground. But should someone try to move the heater when it's lit then the tilt switch will cut the gas supply.