The summer season is an opportunity to spend free time outdoors, enjoying the silence and unity with nature, and in the evenings to gather in the gazebo with family and friends over a cup of tea or something stronger. But it gets chilly in autumn, especially at the end of the day. You can't sit outside for a long time, it's cold. And there is no point in hanging around in the house. With the same success, you can have an evening at home, on your favorite couch, in front of the TV. How to prolong these "wonderful moments" until late autumn and not freeze? An outdoor heater will help solve this problem. The editorial staff of the Yanashla website offers an overview of the best outdoor heaters for 2020, based on customer reviews and expert opinion.
What is an outdoor heater for?
Imagine yourself in the shoes of a tourist who has decided to dine in a restaurant in one of the European capitals. Fall. It is cool outside, but in the restaurant hall all the seats are taken. The waiter invites the tourist to dine on the open veranda. Next to the table is a structure reminiscent of an old street lamp, with a metal grill instead of a lamp. This device is crowned with a steel reflector.
The waiter seats the guest at a table and presses a button on the "lantern" counter. Tongues of flame break through the lattice of the "lamp". Within a minute, the guest at the table becomes warm and comfortable, despite the coolness of the autumn evening. This works the same "lantern", which turned out to be a street gas heater. The guest is satisfied. The evening was a success.
If the owners of cafes and restaurants, which have open areas with tables for guests, have long been using such devices, then for most of our compatriots this is still exotic. Summer residents prefer to have parties around the fire. Romantic, you won’t say anything, but only the part of the body that is turned towards the fire is heated. And under the gas radiator, heat spreads within a radius of 3-6 meters, depending on the power of the device. With such a "lantern" you can extend the summer cottage season almost until the new year. And no problems with the Ministry of Emergencies.
How to organize heating steps?
There are several ways to prevent the formation of ice or trampled snow on the steps in front of a house, office or store: chemical treatment, mechanical stress, or by heating the porch and adjacent steps.
Mechanical cleaning will not allow you to 100% get rid of ice or snow
The first two methods have a dubious reputation. Their use leads to the formation of cracks and chips on the facing surface, the destruction of its protective shell, additional costs for the restoration of the coating and round-the-clock duty.
By removing ice mechanically, you can easily lining the steps
There are several ways to implement the third method of dealing with ice on the steps:
- placement of thermal mats with an infrared heater;
- laying pipes with antifreeze liquid;
- using a heating cable.
With the help of electric heating, laid on the porch and steps, you can get rid of their icing on the street in a few hours. Frost is formed in the temperature corridor from plus three to minus seven, and if at this temperature a dry surface of the facing material is achieved, then more severe frosts will not be terrible. And all because at a different temperature, snow, as a rule, does not go and ice does not form, which means that there is no longer a need to heat.
Electric heating keeps the steps clean, even during snowfall
Types of heaters
All outdoor heaters can be considered infrared emitters, regardless of their design and type of fuel.They differ in design, spatial position and energy source.
Interesting! Infrared radiation does not heat the air, but an object in its area of action, be it a wall, furniture or a person. And already from the object the air heats up. Therefore, the warmth will be felt even if the breeze is walking on the veranda.
Of all the possible types of energy, gas or electricity are most often used for street heaters. Heat emitters are, respectively, divided into electric and gas. Each type has its own advantages and disadvantages.
Electrical
Emitters of this type are lighter, more compact, more powerful. Can be used outdoors and in confined spaces. Halogen lamps, ceramic and carbon infrared emitters are used as heat sources in electric radiators. In terms of spatial position, they can be floor, wall and ceiling.
Interesting! Some floor standing models are equipped with presence detectors. It is enough for a person to be in the area of his action and the device automatically turns on, and vice versa. Not bad energy savings.
It is difficult to judge which device is more profitable by the price of the energy carrier. It all depends on the intensity of its use. The disadvantage of electrical devices can be considered their attachment to the electrical network and the need to use wires, cables, carriers and extension cords. In terms of mobility, they are inferior to their gas counterparts.
Gas
Thermal energy in this type of apparatus is generated by burning fuel, namely liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), which is a mixture of propane and butane. LPG cylinders can be of different capacities. Cylinders of 27 liters are used more often.
The devices have a solid weight, from 15 to 25 kg (without a cylinder), and a height of at least 2000 mm. Balloon devices are more mobile and economical compared to electric ones. They can be installed anywhere in the suburban area, and they are bought for infrequent use.
By the shape of the structure, there are floor and pyramidal models.
Floor lamps
These products got their name for their external similarity with home floor lamps. The structure includes:
- curbstone;
- rack;
- burner or lamp (if it is an electrical appliance);
- reflector.
The cabinet contains a compartment for a standard cylinder that holds 27 liters of liquefied gas. On the curbstone, there is a stand that ends with a burner. A reflector covers it from above. A rubber hose is passed from the burner through the rack, which is put on the cylinder reducer fitting and is fixed with a metal clamp. In the upper part of the rack, under the burner, there is a piezoelement button for igniting a torch and a gas supply regulator.
The devices are massive, from 15 to 20 kg. To easily cope with the movement of such a load, transport rollers are fixed at the base of the pedestal. It is enough to tilt the "lantern" so that the rollers touch the floor, and roll it to any place convenient for installation.
Pyramidal
They got the name from their form. They can be triangular and quadrangular, depending on the geometry of the base. Unlike "floor lamps", in devices of this type, the gas is burned in a quartz glass flask. In order to protect the user from accidentally touching the hot flask, the designers enclose it with a mesh of stainless steel rods, which is very difficult to heat not only with a torch from a burner, but even with the flame of an oxy-fuel torch. The protective stainless steel grill makes the device so safe that children can fiddle around it. Burns are simply impossible.
The piezo ignition and the power control handle are located in the cabinet, in the same place where the cylinder is installed. The weight of the "pyramid" can reach 40 kg. So the transport rollers are quite useful here. In addition to heating the space, these devices illuminate well the resting place. Advanced models are equipped with electronic controls and remote controls.
Important! Floor and pyramidal gas heaters are not intended for heating enclosed spaces. If someone still wants to purchase such a thing for a garage, shed or summer cottage, they will have to take care of serious ventilation of the room.
Well-known firms and prices
The best insurance against buying a substandard heater is choosing a brand that has been approved by other users. So don't waste your time researching reviews.
An analysis of the opinions of real owners of street gas heaters allows us to recommend the products of the following companies:
- Neoclima (Neoclima);
- Ballu (Balu);
- Kroll (Krol);
- Fire Sense (Firesens);
- Aesto (Aesto);
- Enders (Enders);
- Nortec Garden Sun (Gardensan).
The price of branded gas devices of the "mushroom" type (a stand with an umbrella) depends on the power and performance features, starting at 12,000 rubles. The cost of heaters "pyramid" is higher. They can be purchased at a price of 20,000 rubles.
High-quality electric heaters for the street (wall and floor) with a capacity of 1.5 kW are sold no less than 12,000 rubles. Prices for devices equipped with a remote control start at 13-14 thousand rubles.
| Heats an area up to 20 sq.m., a quartz heating element, a thermostat, an indication of switching on, a length of a light cord 2.4 m. |
| Ballu BIH-LW-1.5 heater |
Criteria for choosing an outdoor heater
To make the right choice, you should consider the technical characteristics and some features of the operation of the devices of interest to us.
Heater power
Thermal power of devices operating on bottled gas ranges from 10 to 15 kW. More often, there is a variant with a maximum parameter of 13 kW. It is worth noting that even the most powerful gas unit will create a comfortable temperature around itself within a radius of 4 to 6 meters, provided that the outside air temperature is at least + 10 ° C. At zero degrees, you will only be warm near the lantern. If the size of the open area is large, or gatherings are planned at zero temperature, you should consider buying several devices.
The electric emitter is more efficient. It will warm the object even at + 5 ° C. But it alone will not be enough at lower temperatures and large areas. The power consumption of electrical appliances ranges from 2.0 to 3 kW.
Body material
Preference should be given to stainless steel products. There are devices made of conventional steel grades with a high-quality anti-corrosion coating (painting). They are cheaper. But in a year or two, the best color can also peel off. This will not happen with stainless steel.
To protect the structure from atmospheric precipitation, manufacturers, for a fee, offer waterproof covers for their models.
Safe operation
Wiring and circuit breakers (machines) must be designed for the total power consumption of several electrical appliances. Any competent seller in an electrical goods store will assist in the selection of the wire cross-section and the correct choice of machines.
Gas heaters must be equipped with gas control and tilt sensors. In case of accidental overturning of the device, the sensor sends a signal to the control unit and the gas supply valve will close. Some manufacturers equip their products with sensors to monitor the level of carbon dioxide. In an open area, this gas is not dangerous. Such sensors are installed to obtain an international certificate, as confirmation of the environmental friendliness of the device. After all, CO2 is a greenhouse gas.
In terms of safety of use, gas appliances are inferior to their electrical counterparts. Therefore, for constant heating, it is better to install an infrared electric emitter in a closed room.Gas appliances provide heat by burning fuel, with the formation of combustion products, which must be removed from the room into the atmosphere. When installing any gas-consuming equipment in an enclosed space, the user is obliged to ensure adequate ventilation. Otherwise, the owner will not receive permission to operate it.
What else to pay attention to
Choosing between floor lamps and pyramids, it is worth paying attention to the fact that the pyramids, in addition to heating the site, illuminate it very well.
In addition, observing living tongues of flame in a glass flask of a pyramidal apparatus adds a feeling of comfort and peace, comparable to contemplating a fire or fireplace.
Floor lamps form around themselves a cone of thermal radiation of a larger area than pyramidal installations.
The heater can be a decoration of the suburban area. Manufacturers pay great attention to design. Often they use non-standard materials that emphasize the individuality of their models.
It is worth paying attention to the type of fuel for gas emitters, indicated in the product description. It is more correct to choose devices that run on propane and butane. There are devices that work only on one, a certain type of gas. This is not the best option.
The best efficiency for electric IR emitters. They are efficient, small-sized, and can be wall-mounted, ceiling-mounted and floor-mounted. The latter are similar to gas appliances of the floor type, but without a pedestal. They need a bigger site. It is easier for wall radiators to find a spot on a veranda where there is at least one wall. Ceiling devices are more suitable for a gazebo.
Selection features
It is not difficult to choose a street heater suitable for a summer residence.
To do this, three characteristics must be taken into account:
- Radius (diameter) of heating.
- Fuel consumption per hour (liters or grams) - for gas installations.
- Continuous burning time.
It should be noted that in the passports of street electric heaters, manufacturers indicate not the radius or diameter of the heating, but the area.
All heaters (both gas and electric) are equipped with tilt sensors. They switch off the appliance in the event of a rollover. Gas installations are equipped with stationary or removable wheels for transportation. Electrical panels are supplied with mobile stands and wall mounts.
Units operating on bottled fuel are equipped with a piezo ignition device. Their design has a mechanism for blocking the gas supply when the burner decays.
The power control of gas appliances can be performed in two ways: stepwise or smoothly. Practice has shown that it is more convenient to operate devices that allow you to smoothly change the fuel supply.
Expensive models of electric heaters, in addition to manual power control, are equipped with a remote control. An equally useful option is a motion sensor. It turns off the heating when you leave the veranda and turns it on when you enter.
Top manufacturers
It is better to buy any home appliances from well-known manufacturers. The popularity of their models is due to the high quality of the materials and assembly used, innovative engineering solutions, and a variety of functionalities. We suggest you get to know some of them better:
- Jiangsu Gardensun Furnace Co. Ltd, China. Produces popular Gardensun outdoor heaters.
- Aesto. Inexpensive outdoor emitters made in China.
- Jax Jogh. Australian company. Its products are popular in our market.
- Hugett Floor, Belgium. Specializes in the production of electric infrared emitters.
- Star Progetti, Italy. Produces well-known models: Heliosa, Dolce Vita, etc.
- Ballu Industrial Group. International group of companies. Manufacturer of high quality household and industrial climate control equipment.
- Master Leto. Russian manufacturer of infrared gas devices.The budget devices of his production enjoy well-deserved popularity in our country and abroad.
- Enders Colsman AG. Germany. The company was founded at the end of the 19th century. Specialization - equipment for outdoor cooking.
All of these manufacturers offer products in various price ranges. Which company is the best device to buy, it's up to you. Hear tips and tricks from experienced users, advice from specialty store sellers. Collect as much information as possible about your chosen model, find out how much it costs and make the right decision.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Gas Heaters
In addition to the simplicity of the device and mobility, gas convectors have other advantages:
- Reliability accompanying the simplicity of the device;
- Compactness. Some portable models can fit in a small bag. And for the operation of such a heater, there is enough space measuring 20x20 sentiments.
- Convenience of transportation due to compactness.
- Economical due to efficient air heating and gas operation, which is cheaper than liquid fuel. The efficiency of a gas heater is higher than that of a kerosene or gasoline heater. This is due to the fact that during the combustion of liquid fuel, part of the energy is spent on breaking the bonds between the molecules of the liquid.
- Safety. Contrary to the well-established opinion about the danger of any gas appliances, statistics say that the percentage of accidents when using gas convectors is not higher than other heaters. Liquid fuel heaters are much more dangerous. Correct operation of a gas heater completely excludes contact with fuel, and gas cylinders are charged by professionals.
It would be biased not to mention the disadvantages of gas convectors:
- open fire involves additional risk factors;
- combustion of fuel is associated with the release of carbon dioxide and combustion products, which imposes serious requirements on the ventilation of a house or garage.
Rating of quality outdoor heaters
10 Aesto А-03
The review opens a model of the Chinese production Aesto A-03. Floor version. It consumes propane or butane as fuel in a standard 27-liter bottle, the supply of which will last for 3-4 cool evenings. Safe operation is ensured by a gas control sensor. When the device falls under the pressure of a strong wind, the tilt angle sensor is triggered, turning off the fuel supply when the critical roll is reached, equal to 45 °. The burner is located at the top point of the "floor lamp" under the reflector, at a height of more than 2.0 m.
The control panel under the burner has a gas supply regulator and a piezoelectric button for igniting the torch. Infrared radiation maintains a comfortable temperature within a radius of 4-5 meters. The device is not intended for heating enclosed spaces. Works great on verandas, gazebos and other outdoor areas. The average cost of the device is 9250 rubles.
Aesto A-03
Advantages:
- affordable price;
- safe operation;
- stylish design.
Disadvantages:
- small heating area.
| Model name / brand name | Characteristics | average price |
| Aesto A-03 / China | Purpose - heating of open areas, patios, terraces. Powered by a cylinder (not included in the delivery set). Heats an area of 22 m2. The power is regulated in the range from 5 to 13 kW. Manual control. Ignited by a piezoelectric element. Equipped with gas control and automatic shutdown when overturning. The fuel supply is enough for 30 hours of continuous operation. Complete with gearbox and hose. The construction is 220 cm high. Weight is 17 kg. | 9250 rubles |
9 Sundays PH01-SSB
Another Chinese-made device is the Sundays PH01-SSB. Unlike the previous apparatus, this model, with almost the same thermal power, is capable of heating an open area within a radius of 6-7 meters from its axis. Otherwise, these two samples of thermal devices are very similar to each other. Floor lamp design with reflector above the burner.The control panel is equipped with a piezo ignition button and a gas flow regulator. The weight of the device without a cylinder is 16 kg. For ease of movement, there are transport rollers at the base of the pedestal. Safety equipment in the same composition: gas control sensors and the angle of inclination of the structure. The installation cost is 13,500 rubles.
Sundays PH01-SSB
Advantages:
- smooth power control;
- large heating area;
- stainless steel housing is not subject to corrosion.
Disadvantages:
- not identified.
| Model name / brand name | Characteristics | average price |
| Sundays PH01-SSB | Purpose - heating of open areas, patios, terraces. Powered by a cylinder (not included in the delivery set). Able to heat an area of 63.5 m2. The power is regulated in the range from 5 to 12 kW. Manual control. Ignited by a piezoelectric element. Equipped with gas control and automatic shutdown when overturning. Complete with gearbox and hose. The construction is 250 cm high. Weight is 16 kg. | 13,500 rubles |
8 Ballu Vela Bogh-18
Floor lamp for heating open areas. Able to maintain a comfortable temperature on an area of 18 m2. Made of stainless steel. As part of the safety automation, in addition to the gas control and tilt sensors, there is a carbon dioxide (CO2) level analyzer. The height of the apparatus is 2.22 m, its weight is 15 kg (without the balloon). Warranty repairs are made within a calendar year. The manufacturer declares that his product is operational for five years.
Ballu Vela Bogh-18
Advantages:
- quality materials;
- stylish design;
- safe operation.
Disadvantages:
- small heating area.
| Model name / brand name | Characteristics | average price |
| Ballu Vela Bogh-18 / China | Purpose - heating of open areas, patios, terraces. Powered by a gas cylinder (not included in the delivery set). It is capable of heating an area of 18 sq.m. The power is regulated in the range from 5 to 13 kW. Manual control. Ignited by a piezoelectric element. Equipped with gas control and automatic shutdown when overturning, control of the level of carbon dioxide formation. Complete with gearbox and hose. The construction is 220 cm high. Weight is 15 kg. | 14680 rubles |
7 Jax Jogh 13000-PG
Before us is a gas infrared emitter of the "pyramid" type of Australian design. A perfectly suitable device for the warm Australian climate. In our latitudes, it is able to create comfortable conditions for a friendly autumn party, on an area of 15 m2. The set of sensors for safety automation is standard: control of the inclination of the structure, gas control, CO2 level. The flame is formed in a quartz glass flask, closed, for safety reasons, by a stainless steel mesh fence. Jax Jogh 13000-PG consumes 1.0 kg of gas per hour. This is slightly more than the similar parameter of the previous samples. The height of the pyramid and its weight are, respectively, 227 cm and 24 kg. The average cost of the device is 19,593 rubles.
Jax Jogh 13000-PG
Advantages:
- quality materials and assembly;
- stylish design;
- good evening lighting.
Disadvantages:
- increased gas consumption.
| Model name / brand name | Characteristics | average price |
| Jax Jogh-1300 PG / Australia | Purpose - heating of open areas, patios, terraces. Powered by a gas cylinder (not included in the delivery set). It is capable of heating an area of 15 sq.m. The power is regulated in the range from 5 to 13 kW. Manual control. Ignited by a piezoelectric element. Equipped with gas control and automatic shutdown when overturning, control of the level of carbon dioxide. Complete with gearbox and hose. The construction is 227 cm high. Weight is 24 kg. | 19593 rubles |
6 Heliosa 55 2000W
Electric infrared emitter of the Italian company Star Progetti. It is used for heating closed rooms with an area of 20 to 40 m2. On open terraces and verandas it gives a feeling of comfort and warmth on an area of 16 m2. Wall-mounted and floor-mounted with a special stand.Powered by 220 V. Heliosa 55 2000W has proven itself in small cafes, boutiques, greenhouses, open areas. The average cost of the device is 20,005 rubles.
Heliosa 55 2000W
Advantages:
- small size and weight;
- the ability to use indoors and outdoors;
- large heating area;
- stylish design.
Disadvantages:
- not identified.
| Model name / brand name | Characteristics | average price |
| Heliosa 55 2000 W / Italy | Purpose - heating indoor and outdoor areas, patios, terraces. Type - electric infrared shortwave emitter. Power supply from 220 V. It is able to heat the area up to 40 sq.m. indoors and up to 16sq.m. in the open area. Power 2.0 kW. dimensions 465x140x220mm. Weight 1.9 kg. Can be fixed to the ceiling and wall. | 20190 rubles |
5 Hugett Floor-R
Electric infrared emitter of the floor type. It is widely used indoors and outdoors. Terraces, verandas, patios of restaurants equipped with it, gather guests until late autumn. In addition to heat, it perfectly illuminates everything around, replacing several stationary lamps. The metal shade reflects the heat of the 3.0 kW halogen lamp, directing it directly to guests and objects. The height of the rack can be changed, creating a heating cone at your discretion. The low center of gravity of the device prevents it from falling. The lamp can work continuously for 5000 hours.
Hugett Floor-
Advantages:
- ease;
- stability;
- stylish design;
- safe operation.
Disadvantages:
- significant electricity consumption.
| Model name / brand name | Characteristics | average price |
| Hugett Floor -R / Belgium | Purpose - heating of open areas, patios, terraces. Type - electric infrared emitter. Will create a comfortable temperature on an area of 10 sq. M. Imitates a street lamp, 224 cm high. Weight 14 kg. | 21400 rubles |
4 Master Leto ML-5 Bronze
Street heating gas unit of the Russian manufacturer. The design is a four-sided pyramid. The gas burns in a quartz glass flask, heating objects within a radius of 2.5 - 3 meters. If the veranda or gazebo is protected with glass or foil from at least three sides, the radius of propagation of thermal radiation will double. At the base of the pyramid there is a curbstone for installing a 27 liter cylinder. Transport rollers are provided to move the structure. A set of safety devices is standard for this type of equipment: gas control and tilt angle sensor. Electric ignition is performed by pressing the button of the piezoelectric element. The average cost of the unit is 25,950 rubles. According to buyers, this is a good value for money. For the indicated amount, the user receives a heater with a lamp function and a design element for the garden plot.
Master Leto ML-5 Bronze
Advantages:
- reliability;
- durability;
- stylish design;
- safe operation.
Disadvantages:
- not identified.
| Model name / brand name | Characteristics | average price |
| Master Leto ML-5 Bronze / Russia | Gas outdoor infrared emitter of pyramidal shape, 2.25 m high, weighing 25 kg. For the convenience of moving around the site, it is equipped with transport rollers. Fuel - liquefied gas in a cylinder (not included in the package). Application - outdoor terraces, verandas, outdoor cafes, patios. The combustion chamber is closed with quartz glass. Safe operation is ensured by a flame control sensor, burner shutdown when the unit is overturned. The burner is ignited by pressing the button of the piezoelectric igniter. Comfortable temperature within a radius of 5 m. Heat regulation in the range from 2 to 8 kW is performed manually. | 25950 rubles |
3 Gardensun Heather Pyramid Black
The products of the Chinese company Jiangsu Gardensun Furnace Co.Ltd, represented in the review by Gardensun Heather Pyramid Black. A pyramidal device that organically combines the functions of an outdoor heater, a lamp and decoration of a suburban area. The main purpose is to maintain a comfortable temperature on the terrace or veranda, within a radius of 4-5 meters. With the onset of dusk, the flames behind the tempered glass of the pyramid illuminate the platform with vibrating flames.
The constructions are made of stainless steel. Operational safety is ensured by sensors of gas control and the angle of inclination of the structure. The stainless steel bar protects the user from accidentally touching the hot glass. Transport rollers are provided for moving along the deck. Piezoelectric ignition. Power adjustment is carried out manually by turning the throttle handle in the indicated direction. The purchase will cost 24,990 rubles. This is the average price.
Gardensun Heather Pyramid Black
Advantages:
- stylish design;
- safe operation;
- advantages of a luminaire and a heat wave emitter in one housing.
Disadvantages:
- high price;
- small heating area.
| Model name / brand name | Characteristics | average price |
| Gardensun Heater Piramid Black / China | Purpose - heating of open areas, patios, terraces. Powered by a gas cylinder (not included in the delivery set). It is capable of heating an area of 25 sq.m. The power is regulated in the range from 4 to 10 kW. Manual control. Ignited by a piezoelectric element. Equipped with gas control and automatic shutdown when overturning. Complete with reducer and gas hose. The construction is 225 cm high. Weight is 26 kg. | 24,990 rubles |
2 Ballu Bogh-15E
Another model from the international holding Ballu Industrial Group is the Ballu Bogh-15E. Street heater of pyramidal design. The set of functions is usual for pyramidal-type devices: it shines, warms and decorates the site. Creates a feeling of coziness and comfort within a radius of three meters on an open veranda, and twice as much if the room is fenced with glass or film on three sides. If a gazebo or a covered terrace is chosen as the place of the party, the distance from the top of the device to the ceiling should be at least 400mm, for safety reasons. The set of sensors is standard: gas control and tilt angle control. The device is heavy, but this drawback is leveled by the transport wheels. Electronic control, from a remote control, is duplicated by a manual panel with a handle for regulating the gas supply and a piezo ignition button. The average cost is 46,978 rubles.
Ballu Bogh-15E
Advantages:
- stylish design;
- strength and reliability;
- safe operation;
- electronic control.
Disadvantages:
- high price.
| Model name / brand name | Characteristics | average price |
| Ballu Bogh-15E / International group of companies | Purpose - heating of open areas, patios, terraces. Fuel - LPG. IR emitter with electronic control (there is a remote control). For moving it is equipped with transport rollers. It is capable of heating an area of 25 sq.m. The power is regulated in the range from 4 to 13 kW. Ignition of a torch from a piezoelectric element. The combustion chamber is fenced with quartz glass. Equipped with gas control and automatic shutdown when overturning. Complete with gearbox and hose. The construction is 241 cm high. Weight is 40 kg. | 46978 rubles |
Installation of a warm electric floor on the street
The installation method of the heating cable depends on the characteristics of the heated area. In any case, it is required to correctly insulate the floor base.
Laying the electrical cable with a screed
Outdoor cable floor heating should be located only on a sufficiently flat horizontal surface. Before the installation process, the base is completely cleaned of debris.
Installation of a warm electric cable-type underfloor heating on the street should be carried out according to a previously outlined scheme. To lay equipment with a screed, you must:
- Lay the cable with an armored base on a completely cleaned surface. During the distribution of the device, it is necessary to ensure that the heating elements do not overlap.
- Secure the structure. The fixing of the heating cable system to the surface is carried out using an assembly tape.In this case, you should ensure that the equipment is held firmly enough and remains in its original position during pouring with the solution.
- Prepare the mortar and fill the screed. The screed must be highly resistant to thermal stress and mechanical stress. The electrical heating system is completely covered with a concrete layer of 3-5 centimeters. When filling the system, there should be no seals or air voids.
The solution must be homogeneous. In order not to harm the heating cable, the presence of sharp particles and stones in the concrete mixture is excluded. Before pouring, it is imperative that electrical equipment is tested for resistance compliance.
The warm floor can be put into operation only after thirty days. This time is quite enough for the complete hardening of the screed.
Installation of a heating mat under paving slabs
Laying sidewalk paths and the area near the house under tiles has its own characteristics. The installation process is carried out in the following sequence:
- The surface is leveled and cleaned. There should be no sharp elements on the working base that can damage the heating structure.
- Reinforcing mesh with a fixed electrical cable is distributed over the surface according to the designed scheme. Mounting tape is used to fasten the system to the base.
- The installed electrical heating equipment is completely covered with sand. Loose material should be evenly distributed over the entire surface of the laid cable. The recommended thickness of such a sand cushion is 2-3 centimeters.
Upon completion of the installation work of the warm floor, you can lay paving slabs.
Floor heating cake for laying on the ground
To install a warm floor directly on the ground, special preparation of the base is required. The main task in building a pie for the heating system is to create maximum protection, which will save you from unnecessary consumption of electrical energy for heating the soil.
The technology for laying the insulating base is quite simple:
- a layer of sand is laid on a flat surface cleaned of debris, stones and vegetation;
- bulk material is evenly distributed over the entire working area and compacted;
- from above the sand cushion is covered with rubble, granite screenings or gravel;
- in order to prevent the accumulation of water under the upper trim, a layer of such coarse-grained material should have a thickness of 7-8 centimeters;
- crushed stone is covered with a metal mesh, which will serve as the basis for the concrete solution;
- after that, a rough coating with a thickness of 5-10 centimeters is poured.
Layout of underfloor heating on the street
A waterproofing layer is spread on the solidified base for a warm floor, and a warming material on top. All joints of both coatings are sealed with tape.
Sometimes laying the heating system on the ground requires additional finishing screed and insulation. The level of thermal insulation of the pie depends on the climatic characteristics of the area in which the warm floor is installed.
Choosing a gas heater for a summer residence
When choosing gas heaters for summer cottages and houses, they always take into account the mode of use. If the device will work for a long time, its economy is important. If occasional short-term use is expected, it is better to pay attention to price, not economy.
Note: Ceramic gas convectors are not designed for long-term operation and cannot be used as the main heating element.
Gas heater for summer cottages
For safe and economical long-term work in the country and at home, stationary gas heaters with a system of air intake and removal of combustion products are preferable. And for short trips to the country, an infrared gas heater will do.
