Enjoy your deck with year-round heating options

Now that you have created your dream outdoor living space with a Clearview® Railing System, it would seem silly not to be able to enjoy it throughout the year from spring to winter. Outdoor heaters are available in a variety of sizes and styles, using different fuels, across a wide range of budgets. One of them is sure to fit your particular needs. They safely and efficiently turn cold nights into cozy evenings, perfect for you and your family to get together and relax. Portable Heaters – Full-sized outdoor heating units without a fixed fuel line. These outdoor heating units are moveable and provide up to a 20 foot warmth diameter. If flexibility is what you need, a portable heater can be moved to wherever more warmth is desired. Most are designed with a compartment for their propane fuel tanks and can easily be moved with added wheels or simply rolling on their base to the needed location.

Tabletop Heaters – Compact, portable, and typically inexpensive Portable Tabletop Outdoor Heaters are the perfect option for providing warmth over a small circle. Many are designed with bases that house fuel tanks. Keep in mind that Table Top Heaters cover a much smaller area of space up to a 6-7 foot circle in non windy conditions.

Strip Heaters (Ceiling/Wall Mount) – Looking to keep your space uncluttered? Consider a ceiling/wall mount strip heater model. These outdoor heaters are designed to be permanently installed out of the reach of children and pets. Ceiling mount strip heaters are available in propane, natural gas and electric models. Along with their standard use in heating specific outdoor areas, strip heaters are an excellent solution for garages and greenhouses, or anywhere they can be tucked under a balcony or awning to provide inconspicuous warmth and comfort.

Chimineas – A chiminea is a cross between a small chimney and a fire pit. Popular because of their aesthetic appeal and simple design, chimineas fit in almost every price range. On the low end, you can find relatively inexpensive chimineas that will provide a nice amount of heat for a reasonable price; on the high end, some cedar deck owners have constructed much larger chimineas that double as fireplaces built into the deck.

Fire pits – If you love a good campfire, you may want to consider a fire pit. They come in many different styles and sizes, and can be either installed into the surface of your deck or be portable. You can also choose between a traditional wood-burning or gas-fueled fire pit.

Remember to put safety first!

After buying an outdoor heater, it is highly necessary to thoroughly go through the user manual. Reading this manual will help you to comprehend the features and proper uses of the device.
Use deck tiles or a fireproof pad if you have a fire pit or chiminea, and place at least 10 feet away from your home. Always keep an extinguisher nearby.
If you have friends who smoke, ask that they smoke away from any propane or gas heat sources.
Always make sure there is adult supervision around outdoor heating sources when there are children and pets around.
They are designed for outdoor use ONLY!

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