Which patio heater suits my garden situation?
Which heating elements are wind sensitive?
| Heating elements electric heaters | Heating elements gas heaters | |
|---|---|---|
| High wind sensitivity | Heat panel and Quartz | Flame heater |
| Low wind sensitivity | Lowglare, Carbon, Halogen, Golden Tube, Golden Shadow, Rose Gold, and Heatstrip | Lounge heater and table heater |
Enclosed patio up to 15m2
Electric heaters
All heating elements of electric heaters work well because the space in windless. You won't lose heat due to wind.
Gas ​​heaters
You should never use gas heaters in an enclosed space, as this is very dangerous. Always use a gas patio heater outdoors and in an open space.
Windy patio up to 15m2
Electric heaters
Choose a heater that's not bothered by wind too much, because the patio can get windy. This ensures you won't lose heat.
Gas heaters
You can use almost all gas heaters for this patio. Keep the indicated heating range in mind, so the heater can heat the entire surface well.
Enclosed patio of 16-20m2
Electric heaters
You can choose any electric heater, because wind doesn't influence the heat. Do keep in mind that the maximum heat range of a patio heater suits the size of your patio.
Gas ​​heaters
Never use gas heaters to heat an enclosed patio, because this is very dangerous. Always use a gas patio heater outdoors and in an unsealed space.
Windy patio of 16-20m2
Electric heaters
Choose an electric heater that's not bothered by the wind too much. That way, you won't lose heat. Do keep in mind that the maximum heat range of a patio heater suits the size of your patio.
Gas heaters
If you choose a gas heater, use a lounge heater or a table heater instead of a flame heater. That's because the wind usually blows off the heat from a flame heater.
Enclosed patio of 21-25m2
Electric heaters
Use an electric heater for this patio. Keep in mind that few electric patio heaters can reach this heating range. Carefully check the given heating range and the size of your patio. You may need 2 patio heaters to heat your patio well.
Gas ​​heaters
Never use a gas heater in enclosed spaces, because this is very dangerous. Only use a gas heater outdoors or on an open patio.
Windy patio of 21-25m2
Electric heaters
Due to the wind on this patio, choose a patio heater that's not too bothered by the wind. Carefully check the heating range and the size of the patio you want to heat. You may need 2 patio heaters to heat the entire patio.
Gas ​​heaters
Don't use a flame heater on this patio, as the heat blows away quickly. Instead, choose a lounge heater or a table heater.
