Patio Heaters have really been popular for those that enjoy spending time in the evenings on the patio. Summertime is usually not an issue, but with the change in weather patterns it has made for occasional chilly nights in some places that normally do not get them. The perfect response to the cold is with a outdoor patio heater, also known as umbrella heaters or mushroom heaters.

Most patio heaters are powered by means of natural gas or propane fuel and are thus very efficient and long running. So how do you know what to buy and what are the best patio heaters and heat lamps?

When it comes to the best bang for your buck, you might want to go with the Endless Summer Model 233000 Stainless Steel. It is featured with 40,000 BTU’s, an electronic Ignition and a safety tilt switch.

The next option you might consider is a Solaira All-Season Quartz Patio Heater which can plug into an outlet to provide the energy for your heat. It is also very safe and can provide plenty of heat. the only downside is an orange glow which can be quite irritating when you look at anything.

There are plenty of other models out there as well, but these are the top models we recommend as of now for your outdoor heating needs. Some other factors you will want to consider when purchasing a patio heater or heatlamp is how much heat you will need as well as the power sources available for the unit, and most importantly the safety of the unit especially around children.