The type of heater you buy requires careful consideration. There are gas, propane, wood, coal and electricity heaters and they all come in a variety of sizes and shapes. Propane gas heaters have been growing in popularity in recent times mainly due to their environmentally friendly characteristics and the cheap fuel required to run them.
Propane heaters come in a range of different types including portable, stand-alones and permanent. You will need to start the flame with a match and have a source of gas which you can plug the heater into. This gas source can either be a portable bottle or a line into the house.
A patio or lawn is the most common place a propane heater is used. Whether it is to heat the outside area so you can enjoy a large celebration or small family gathering, a propane powered heater is a powerful and easy way to heat an outdoor area. They can also be used in places like garages or basements that can get very cold during winter and where people may wish to work in warmth.
The most popular type of propane heater is the portable version. However, you can also buy ones that can be mounted on a beam, wall or roof. These mounted heaters are great if you need a heating source which is fixed in one position and that is out of the way while you work.
The portable versions will have wheels to help you move it around the home or patio. Radiant or convection heaters are best to be used in smaller spaces. The taller versions are ideal for large crowds and usually have a hood to direct the heat downwards.
If you choose a large version then it is likely that you will need an electrical socket nearby in order to work the fan that blows the hot air around the room. A mounted propane heater will need some sort of vent that leads outside so that it can suck in the air to work.
A mounted propane heater will need to be installed properly. You should check with your local authorities for regulation or safety restrictions you will need to follow. If you are not a handy man at heart then it is probably best to have a professional install the heater for you.
Propane heaters can be bought from a wide range of suppliers, most notably home and garden centers, and heating stores. You can also try your luck online.
