Updated on Dec. 20, 2024
Get a little more use out of your patio or porch this year with one (or more!) of these outdoor patio heaters. Just remember to follow all safety instructions included with the heater.
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An outdoor patio heater is an effective way to bring a little more warmth to your outdoor living space so you use it more often, especially on those chilly nights early and late in the season. Go beyond an outdoor fireplace and add even more warmth to your ultimate backyard with one of these highly-rated patio heaters. Check out a few more of our favorite outdoor woodworking projects that can be incorporated into any backyard idea.
With 40,000 BTUs, this propane heater from Hiland is stylish and functional. The heater is more than seven feet tall and has a two-piece quartz glass tube that will complement any outdoor setting.
One reviewer noted, “Used it all last summer with no issues. Very easy to use and starts almost immediately.” Here are the things you must know when using space heaters.
Stylish, efficient and great for your next patio party, this tiki propane heater from Thermo has a dancing flame in a pyramid-style column which produces radiant warmth. It has an output of up to 45,000 BTUs and has a built-in safety valve if the unit is tilted or tipped over. Reviewers noted instructions were easy to follow. Create a backyard oasis with these DIY projects.
Although described as a commercial heater, many reviewers say they use this propane patio heater at home with much satisfaction. “This is a great product. Inexpensive, easy (and actually kinda fun) to assemble, and it works better than products that cost many times more,” said one buyer.
With 46,000 BTUs, it can heat up larger spaces and has wheels for easy mobility. This is what you need to build a DIY backyard movie theater.
With a 24-hour timer, three heating levels and 1,500 watts of power, this radiant heater from Blumfeldt can be used on the patio or porch or brought inside when needed. It’s safe, user-friendly and compact so you can easily move it from room to room.
“We have it outside in our screened in porch and it does a great job with putting out some heat,” said one reviewer. “Level three actually is a bit too strong, had to turn it to level two. The heat can be felt from several feet away. Looks nice as well. Really does not take up a lot of room. The animals seem to enjoy the heat as well.” Plan the ultimate backyard barbecue with these 12 tips.
This 9,000 BTU propane heater from Mr. Heater makes it easy to stay warm wherever you are. It heats spaces up to 225 square feet and is approved for indoor and outdoor use.
Reviewers noted this heater is great for not only the patio, but also for hunting and camping hacks.
