Product Specification – Mushroom Patio Heater

Gas Powered Mushroom Heater

This patio outdoor gas heater has many advantages:

• It is portable (using standard LPG tanks)
• The powerful reflected heat of a real flame
• Weatherproof.

The popular Mushroom Patio Heater, known by various names like Mushroom, Pyramid, or Circle Heater, is a radiant outdoor heating device designed to generate thermal radiation for outdoor spaces. 

When used outdoors, it is essential to consider that convection can rapidly dissipate the heat through the movement of hot air. Thus, these heaters employ different methods to emit varying amounts of their total output as radiant heat.

Operating atop a pole with a burner, the Mushroom Patio Heater typically uses liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), propane, or butane as fuel, directing the flames against a perforated metal screen.

The heat generated is then radiated from the surface of the screen in a circular pattern around the heater. To prevent heat loss upwards, a reflector situated above the burner effectively redirects heat back down.

The reflecting hood’s silvered surface enhances its ability to reflect infrared radiation while being a poor heat absorber. This unique feature optimizes the heater’s efficiency in radiating heat towards its surroundings.

The versatility of Patio Heaters has made them a sought-after addition in various settings such as bars, restaurants, hotels, outdoor events, and home gardens, as they enable individuals to extend their time outdoors both during the day and throughout the seasons.

Despite their growing popularity, the wide adoption of Patio Heaters has triggered concerns regarding their environmental impact. It is estimated that a single Patio Heater can produce around four tons of carbon dioxide annually, prompting discussions on finding more sustainable heating alternatives that balance comfort with eco-conscious practices.