Fire Sense 60404 Indoor/Outdoor Infrared Heater with Patio Umbrella Pole Attachment

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This is a great little heater, and I’d defiantly buy it again! You have the freedom to decide how much heat you need by being able to turn on one, two, or all three heat lamps at once. If you want more heat, you can even slide the heater down the pole closer to where you are sitting. It accommodates a 1.5″ to 2″ diameter umbrella pole so it fits the standard poles on the market.

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I saw this unique heater and thought it would be perfect for cold winter days/nights, as I like to sit outside on my patio enjoying a hot cup of coffee and cigar. The product is well built – heavy duty electrical wiring makes it possible to keep outside at all times. Each ‘blade’ folds down, so it’s possible to close the heater and the umbrella both during high winds, snow, etc. I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of light each blade puts out and with a feature that allows you to use 1, 2 or all 3 blades. Installation is simple, adjustments are easy and it fits almost all umbrella sizes. Superb engineering and design.

The only disappointing feature is the limited amount of heat put out by each blade. In moderate climates, this heater would be sufficient to take the chill out. In colder climates (I’m in the DC metro area), this product by itself doesn’t do the trick. I’ve combined it with a table-top heater to make this currently very cold winter bearable. Ultimately, because it’s advertised as a heater, I have to say: if you live in colder climates, buyer beware.

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Needed some sort of heater on the patio, and I was debating propane vs electric. This heater does take the chill off, but not as effective as propane. It creates a bright light, so if you want a little heat and alot of light it works well; I have since bought a used short propane heater, and the two together work very well!