Many folks enjoy relaxing in the comfort of their own backyard, sitting pretty on their outdoor patio furniture and taking in the splendor of their surroundings. If you have an outdoor living area then it would be best to make full use of it all year round including winter by simply investing in a patio heater to suit your outdoor area. In our modern era you dont have to stow away your outdoor furniture once cold weather sets in, with these modern tools you can enjoy your patio in all but the harshest of weather. With the right kind of heater you will be able to host all your outdoor parties almost all year round.

When looking for the right kind of outdoor heater to suit your patio or lawn you would first have to calculate the exact size of the space you wish to heat and the type of power you wish to use to power the heater. There are many different types of patio heaters [http://gardening.supremeblogs.com/gardening/the-right-outdoor-heater-for-you.html] out there on the market to suit different purposes. They are mainly classified through the source of their power be it electric, liquid fuel or solid fuel powered and their total heat range. These outdoor heaters come in many sizes and shapes and have different capacities or heating range. The smallest patio heater is the rechargeable or battery powered version which only provides enough heat for one or two persons.

The most common outdoor heaters are those for the typical patio which provide heat in the radius of 3 square meters, they are mainly electric powered and most homeowners use two or three in their outdoor living area. For those whose outdoor living area is situated far from an electrical outlet the solution would be fuel powered outdoor heaters such as diesel or kerosene heaters or an outdoor fireplace. Those with a very large sized patio to heat should consider commercial patio heaters used by outdoor restaurants and pubs which can give off sufficient heat to a wide area. For those wishing for a classical look why not try an outdoor fireplace which looks good and keeps your place warm at the same time, your guests can also have fun stoking the fire with wood blocks at intervals.

Budget is another factor to consider as different heaters carry varying price tags. The cheapest are usually electrical heaters but you should make sure that any heater you purchase should pass the minimum safety standards required internationally. Some shoddy heaters from unscrupulous third world manufacturers are nothing more than fire traps with no safety features at all and these should be avoided at all costs. In fact if you come across any of these kinds of heater you should report them to the consumer association in your area. Think about it, the money you save by buying a substandard heater would be nullified if the heater causes a short circuit in your electrical wiring and the rewiring would cost much more than the heater, even worse if the heater causes a fire that may damage your property or cause injuries and even death, so better safe than sorry as they say, choose a heater that is safe, there are many reasonably priced ones on the market today so you dont need to worry even if your budget is tight.

For those who are good with tools there are also many plans for outdoor fireplaces available for purchase that would yield a beautiful high quality product if the instructions are followed properly, dont attempt this unless you are confident with your skills as it would be just as wasteful if you arent able to complete the task.

Finally if budget permits then you should shop for a heater that blends well with your outdoor furniture styling. Aesthetics are extremely important to some people and if you are such a person then you should find a heater that follows your styling cues and does not clash with your other pieces. Just remember to shop wisely and not go overboard with your decisions and shop around before making your final choice. God willing with the addition of a heater to your outdoor lawn or patio will further enrich your experience of enjoying your outdoor area.