Propane Patio Heaters- Affect Cigars?

11-16-2008, 09:49 PM

I am looking at a patio heater to make my smoking experience 'more stable' (shivering dislodges the ash too early).

Something like this:
http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?actio...H15&lpage=none

Question is - does the propane heat have any 'propane fumes' or other odors that would interfere with the cigar aroma / taste?

loki · 11-16-2008, 09:50 PM

we had one inside at tri-shields herf and there were no ill affects

pnoon · 11-16-2008, 09:52 PM

I use the smaller table top model with absolutely no issues.

SD Beerman · 11-17-2008, 08:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pnoon

I use the smaller table top model with absolutely no issues.

likewise.

livwire68 · 11-18-2008, 04:38 AM

Go with this one from lowe's. Its what I got and love it.

In action

c2000 · 11-18-2008, 09:02 AM

The local bar in town had one outside on their patio in a tent..Didn't do a thing as far as warming that tent area..I don't think they are good for our climate. It was about 5 degrees and windy..

Jerry in Minnesota.

rizzle · 11-18-2008, 09:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pnoon

I use the smaller table top model with absolutely no issues.

Yep, I have one of those for the RARE occasion that it is too cold to sit outside without some heat. Works llike a champ. The lid reflects the heat down just where it needs to be and its very easy to move around and store.

MTB996 · 11-19-2008, 02:44 AM

Unfortunately, unless it is calm (I mean zero wind) these tend to be useless IMO. I have one, and found the only way to use it to actually warm me up is in the garage (with the door open to vent).

galaga · 11-19-2008, 12:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pnoon

I use the smaller table top model with absolutely no issues.

What about that little "flame out" accident???

smokin5 · 11-16-2008, 09:53 PM

I've been using outdoor propane patio heaters for the past two years,
& I don't notice any bad effects
& I don't notice any bad effects.
notice any bad effects.
any bad effects.
effects.

Seriously, though, haven't noticed a thing.

jaycarla · 11-16-2008, 09:59 PM

Nothing bad, pull the trigger!

11-16-2008, 10:03 PM

I think I may, found another one locally for $129 - though it is a stainless finish and I prefer the darker color... but for the price it may force my hand.

As for the heat - I have zero experienve here- is it 'dry your eyeballs out' heat the whole radius? How close do you need to sit to get the heat?

Also, I have 3 kids, all small - does the base of these get hot to the touch?

Thanks all.

Smokin5 - you sure you are ok up there?

11-16-2008, 10:13 PM

I use a little short one and it works great without odor etc. if I didn't have a wooden roof above, Id get one like you are looking at.

~Vitis

11-16-2008, 10:16 PM

that is another concern - I am going to cover the patio in the (hopefully) near future - though I plan to use the metal roofing panels here so I think I will be ok...

alley00p · 11-16-2008, 11:25 PM

I have an outside screened porch with plastic storms on the inside for the winter and I use 2 heaters - 1500 watt electric radiant heater that works great until the temps drop below 30f. Then I use a Mr Heater (Models MH12T & MH12TS - Single Tank-top Propane Heater w/Piezo Ignitor ) that puts out around 8000 to 14,000 btu using a single propane tank. This propane heater goes for $50 to $70 at Gander Mountain and other sporting goods stores. This tank-top heater does get hot in front, so you have to be careful if you have little ones around (I don't have that problem anymore here).

Using any propane heater requires some ventilation so you don't get carbon monoxide poisoning. My porch has an exhaust fan so there are no venting issues here.

Good luck with which ever one you choose.

bobarian · 11-17-2008, 01:42 AM

Guys, Please be careful when using propane heaters in an enclosed area. Carbon monoxide poisoning is a real possibility when you do not have sufficient ventilation. Propane heaters are great when used outside, but electric is a better alternative in a garage or other enclosed room.

papichulo · 11-17-2008, 05:45 PM

Good point on indoor use.

Sr Mike · 11-19-2008, 07:02 AM

These actually do affect cigars a bit, it makes it a whole lot easier to smoke when it is cold out, thus making it a better experience. The S.H.I.T. crew sets these up when it is cold out and they work nicely, worth the money and do not causing any physical affects to the cigars.

GrtndpwrflOZ · 11-19-2008, 07:17 AM

I use a 33,000 BTU propane heater in the garage with the door open about 2.5" and it is great. It was really cold out last night and my garage was about 73 degrees. It's great. It makes all your cigars taste better in the winter. You will definately be able to appreciate them more.
I love my propane heater.

B

11-19-2008, 12:15 PM

In the UK propane heaters do affect cigars significantly - without these glorious inventions you could not smoke outdoors in comfort for eight out of twelve months of the year. Most pubs and restaurants with outdoor seating areas have them, and you will find smokers huddle around them looking as pleased as cavemen must have looked when the first campfire was invented.

11-16-2008, 09:49 PM	#1
parafumar Guest Posts: n/a	Propane Patio Heaters- Affect Cigars? I am looking at a patio heater to make my smoking experience 'more stable' (shivering dislodges the ash too early). Something like this: http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?actio...H15&lpage=none Question is - does the propane heat have any 'propane fumes' or other odors that would interfere with the cigar aroma / taste?

11-16-2008, 09:50 PM	#2
loki H.A.T.E Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Pittsburgh pa Posts: 1,484 Trading: (7)	Re: Propane Patio Heaters- Affect Cigars? we had one inside at tri-shields herf and there were no ill affects

11-16-2008, 09:52 PM	#3
pnoon YNWA Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Peter Location: San Diego Posts: 29,919 Trading: (20)	Re: Propane Patio Heaters- Affect Cigars? I use the smaller table top model with absolutely no issues. __________________ Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are. -John Wooden

11-18-2008, 04:38 AM	#5
livwire68 Las Vegas Herf Crew Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: In the Asylum Posts: 509 Trading: (7)	Re: Propane Patio Heaters- Affect Cigars? Go with this one from lowe's. Its what I got and love it. In action __________________

11-18-2008, 09:02 AM	#6
c2000 Sex Addict Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Minnesota Posts: 43 Trading: (0)	Re: Propane Patio Heaters- Affect Cigars? The local bar in town had one outside on their patio in a tent..Didn't do a thing as far as warming that tent area..I don't think they are good for our climate. It was about 5 degrees and windy.. Jerry in Minnesota.

11-19-2008, 02:44 AM	#8
MTB996 Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Hillsborough, NC Posts: 317 Trading: (1)	Re: Propane Patio Heaters- Affect Cigars? Unfortunately, unless it is calm (I mean zero wind) these tend to be useless IMO. I have one, and found the only way to use it to actually warm me up is in the garage (with the door open to vent).

11-16-2008, 09:53 PM	#10
smokin5 Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: On the Mountaintop - AZ Posts: 2,002 Trading: (69)	Re: Propane Patio Heaters- Affect Cigars? I've been using outdoor propane patio heaters for the past two years, & I don't notice any bad effects & I don't notice any bad effects. notice any bad effects. any bad effects. effects. Seriously, though, haven't noticed a thing. __________________ Pobody's Nerfect.

11-16-2008, 09:59 PM	#11
jaycarla Mossy Hoosier Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jay Location: Carmel, IN Posts: 828 Trading: (7)	Re: Propane Patio Heaters- Affect Cigars? Nothing bad, pull the trigger! __________________ “I bet Eli doesn't even have one touchdown today, ... I'm the best Manning" -Peyton Manning

11-16-2008, 10:03 PM	#12
parafumar Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Propane Patio Heaters- Affect Cigars? I think I may, found another one locally for $129 - though it is a stainless finish and I prefer the darker color... but for the price it may force my hand. As for the heat - I have zero experienve here- is it 'dry your eyeballs out' heat the whole radius? How close do you need to sit to get the heat? Also, I have 3 kids, all small - does the base of these get hot to the touch? Thanks all. Smokin5 - you sure you are ok up there?

11-16-2008, 10:13 PM	#13
Vitis Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Propane Patio Heaters- Affect Cigars? I use a little short one and it works great without odor etc. if I didn't have a wooden roof above, Id get one like you are looking at. ~Vitis

11-16-2008, 10:16 PM	#14
parafumar Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Propane Patio Heaters- Affect Cigars? that is another concern - I am going to cover the patio in the (hopefully) near future - though I plan to use the metal roofing panels here so I think I will be ok...

11-16-2008, 11:25 PM	#15
alley00p Adopted MassHole Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Charlie Location: HOCKEYTOWN! Posts: 1,770 Trading: (41)	Re: Propane Patio Heaters- Affect Cigars? I have an outside screened porch with plastic storms on the inside for the winter and I use 2 heaters - 1500 watt electric radiant heater that works great until the temps drop below 30f. Then I use a Mr Heater (Models MH12T & MH12TS - Single Tank-top Propane Heater w/Piezo Ignitor ) that puts out around 8000 to 14,000 btu using a single propane tank. This propane heater goes for $50 to $70 at Gander Mountain and other sporting goods stores. This tank-top heater does get hot in front, so you have to be careful if you have little ones around (I don't have that problem anymore here). Using any propane heater requires some ventilation so you don't get carbon monoxide poisoning. My porch has an exhaust fan so there are no venting issues here. Good luck with which ever one you choose. __________________ Alley00p - I may be a FOG, but I'm still trying to dance!! Just don't trip over my cane!

11-17-2008, 01:42 AM	#16
bobarian Cranky Habanophile Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wine Country Posts: 8,869 Trading: (51)	Re: Propane Patio Heaters- Affect Cigars? Guys, Please be careful when using propane heaters in an enclosed area. Carbon monoxide poisoning is a real possibility when you do not have sufficient ventilation. Propane heaters are great when used outside, but electric is a better alternative in a garage or other enclosed room.

11-17-2008, 05:45 PM	#17
papichulo Diablo Canoso Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Burque Posts: 344 Trading: (2)	Re: Propane Patio Heaters- Affect Cigars? Good point on indoor use. __________________ it is all about the onion

11-19-2008, 07:02 AM	#18
Sr Mike As Is Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: EBFE Posts: 657 Trading: (6)	Re: Propane Patio Heaters- Affect Cigars? These actually do affect cigars a bit, it makes it a whole lot easier to smoke when it is cold out, thus making it a better experience. The S.H.I.T. crew sets these up when it is cold out and they work nicely, worth the money and do not causing any physical affects to the cigars.

11-19-2008, 07:17 AM	#19
GrtndpwrflOZ Just call me OZ Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Brian Location: Willow Grove PA Posts: 153 Trading: (2)	Re: Propane Patio Heaters- Affect Cigars? I use a 33,000 BTU propane heater in the garage with the door open about 2.5" and it is great. It was really cold out last night and my garage was about 73 degrees. It's great. It makes all your cigars taste better in the winter. You will definately be able to appreciate them more. I love my propane heater. B

11-19-2008, 12:15 PM	#20
jm0307 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Propane Patio Heaters- Affect Cigars? In the UK propane heaters do affect cigars significantly - without these glorious inventions you could not smoke outdoors in comfort for eight out of twelve months of the year. Most pubs and restaurants with outdoor seating areas have them, and you will find smokers huddle around them looking as pleased as cavemen must have looked when the first campfire was invented.