When it comes to outdoor entertaining in the cooler months Tabletop patio heaters
The first thing to consider is safety. Only use patio heaters outside. Both propane and charcoal give off carbon monoxide when lit.
The two main options for a tabletop heater are gas and charcoal. Both of them have their own advantages and disadvantages. And of course there are also electric patio heaters if you have a consistent electricity supply and your power costs are reasonable.
First let’s look at charcoal braziers. On the plus side they’re the cheapest heaters out there. All you need is a basic bowl with some briquettes in it. Put a fireplace base under it and you’re set for heat.
The disadvantage of charcoal is the mess it leaves behind. You’ll have to clean out the heater after every use. Not to mention having to keep a supply of charcoal on hand for whenever you want to use it.
Next up is a propane heater. The biggest advantage to propane is never having to worry about cleaning it up. Propane burns clean. A propane heater can also be manufactured in a lot more styles than charcoal. You’ll be able to find exactly the right heater.
The biggest draw back to a propane heater is the need for a gas bottle. Unless you buy a fully self-contained unit you’ll have a gas bottle cluttering up the area.
Whatever your choice, a gas, electric or charcoal tabletop patio heater is a great way to add style to your backyard. You can find one in any price range. Even tables that have braziers built into them. The most important thing is finding one that works for your backyard set up.
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