The biggest thing to consider when picking a propane space heater is the size of the area that you need to heat. Propane space heaters are the ideal choice for areas that are not well insulated such as outbuildings, garages, and shops. There are some instances where people use propane space heaters inside their home.
There are some serious dangers associated with using propane space heaters in rooms without enough ventilation. You can find many different types of propane space heaters. Forced air models use a fan that is powered by an electric motor and forces heated air into the room.
Since they have a design which is a long cylinder they are often referred to as torpedo heaters. They can be found in a wide selection of heating capacities giving you as few as 10,000 British Thermal Units or even more than 500,000 British Thermal Units. They can either be transportable or permanently installed in one location. There is no air circulating mechanism in a radiant propane space heater. These types will usually just have a heating element connected to a propane tank.
This type of unit will just provide heat for the area right next to it. These provide cozy heat on a chilly night while out camping. Convection propane space heaters are made to elevate the temperature in a small area very fast. It will release another burst of heat as the temperature starts to drop again.
This is probably the least efficient type of propane space heater that you can find. It is effective at quickly heating up a space. Look at what your needs are and determine which type of propane space heater can best meet them. Most heaters will let you know what size of room they are designed to heat. It often works best if you purchase one which is larger than is required and then turn it down if it gets too warm.
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