Patio Heater vs. Fire Pit: The Ultimate Showdown
Looking to beat the chill? It can be hard to choose between a patio heater vs. fire pit. Check out this guide for an in-depth comparison.
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Looking to beat the chill? It can be hard to choose between a patio heater vs. fire pit. Check out this guide for an in-depth comparison.
Key Takeaways Natural gas costs $6.50 per 1,000 cubic feet; propane averages $2.50 per gallon: natural gas wins on long-term operating cost for fire pits used several times per week Most residential gas fire pits output 50,000-65,000 BTU; the Fire...
Key Takeaways Open fireplaces are only 10-15% efficient; freestanding wood stoves reach 70-80%: that gap means 3-6 cords of wood per season vs. 8-12 cords for equivalent heat A medium wood stove outputs 45,000-65,000 BTU and heats 1,000-1,800 sq ft;...
Key Takeaways A 20 lb propane tank costs $18-$28 and lasts 4-5 continuous hours at full flame; plan for operating costs of $0.80-$11.00 per hour depending on BTU output 30,000-50,000 BTU covers most residential setups; models above 100,000 BTU are...