What type of heater do I need?

[RockEStone]

Ok, winter is right around the corner and I really don't want to bundle up under layers of clothes, a stocking cap and cloves to brave the cold so I can smoke my stogie!! I always end up wasting about half the cigar just to avoid frost bite. So this year I'm thinking, after some inspiration from several pictures on this board, of turning half my garage into my man cave. That being said, first things first. I need heat. Something that can heat up the garage fairly quickly and will only be utilized maybe 3 times a week for a couple of hours. Does anybody have any ideas as to the best heater for this task? Thanks.

[RGD]

One of these:



or these:



will work great. The first is rapid heat but puts out some noise. The second is quiet - but takes longer to heat up.


Ron

[mikeyj23]

Ron,
Could you tell us what the second heater is? I can't see any brand in the picture.

[Papichulo]

Ron, how much do these puppies run?

[livwire68]

This is what I use can be pulled out on to the patio, I put in in the gazebo and if the ceiling is high enough in the garage will heat it great! I bought it at lowes, I think around $200 and it is pretty darn quiet. Businesses use them if people are out side when its nipply, I think it will heat a 20' area outside, no wind and something a bit more insulated like a garage I am sure it will do a 3- 4 car garage no problem. Runs on propane, the only problem I have had is sometime with long use in the cold the tank froze up, but I always have a spare (grill tanks).

[RGD]

Originally Posted by mikeyj23

Ron,
Could you tell us what the second heater is? I can't see any brand in the picture.

I believe that one is a Duraheat. I was really just trying to show types and not really brands - most of them work the same. In the first pic, that's an AllPro, but Reddy Heat is really popular also and one that we use at work.

Originally Posted by Papichulo

Ron, how much do these puppies run?

Both of them start at around 180 ish - but I'm sure with a little searching they can be found for less. BTU's of course really affects the price range.


Ron

[Papichulo]

Originally Posted by RGD

I believe that one is a Duraheat. I was really just trying to show types and not really brands - most of them work the same. In the first pic, that's an AllPro, but Reddy Heat is really popular also and one that we use at work.



Both of them start at around 180 ish - but I'm sure with a little searching they can be found for less. BTU's of course really affects the price range.


Ron

thanks for the tip

[bobarian]

If you are using a propane heater, be sure you have some sort of ventilation. Carbon Monoxide with do more than affect the flavor of your smokes!

[alley00p]

[SIZE=3]This is what I plan on using on my screened in porch this winter; The single unit heater runs around $59 at Gander Mountain here in Michigan:[/SIZE]

Mr. Heater
Models MH12T & MH12TS - Single Tank-top Propane Heater w/Piezo Ignitor

Stock No: F273100 / F273105

• • 8,000-14,000 BTU’S/HR
  
  • Variable Output - 8, 12 and 14,000 BTU/HR
  
  • Adjustable Heat Control - Hi, Med, Lo regulator
  
  • Instant Heat - Piezo push-button ignitor (Model MH12TS)
  
  • Safe - Heater shuts off automatically with loss of flame
  
  • Ready To Use - Mounts directly to a 5-20 lb propane cylinder (not included)
  
  • Maximum Heating Time / Hi - Up to 30 hours on 20 lb cylinder
  
  • For outdoor use only

• APPLICATIONS:
  
  • Ice Fishing
  
  • Tailgating
  
  • Patios
  
  • Camping
  
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  
  • Construction Sites

[SIZE=3]Remember that it's a propane heater, so it needs some ventilation, but I'll have a window open to let the cigar smoke out anyways. Plus I have a spare monoxide detector that I plan in plugging in out there too.[/SIZE]

[Akicita]

I would avoid the kerosene heaters, they give off foul fumes that will affect your cigar. I would go with a good electric heater, it will take awhile to heat up but no fumes. The propane has alot less fumes but still gives off some.

[cvm4]

Originally Posted by RGD

Damn man, that thing will put out some heat and a flame to boot! You could light your cigar with it. We have a couple of these at work, they're loud and give out a smell. I believe it even says on the heater to have some sort of ventilation.

I'd go electric or get an oil heater.

[SilverFox]

Originally Posted by alley00p

[SIZE=3]This is what I plan on using on my screened in porch this winter; The single unit heater runs around $59 at Gander Mountain here in Michigan:[/SIZE]

Mr. Heater
Models MH12T & MH12TS - Single Tank-top Propane Heater w/Piezo Ignitor

Stock No: F273100 / F273105

• • 8,000-14,000 BTU’S/HR
  
  • Variable Output - 8, 12 and 14,000 BTU/HR
  
  • Adjustable Heat Control - Hi, Med, Lo regulator
  
  • Instant Heat - Piezo push-button ignitor (Model MH12TS)
  
  • Safe - Heater shuts off automatically with loss of flame
  
  • Ready To Use - Mounts directly to a 5-20 lb propane cylinder (not included)
  
  • Maximum Heating Time / Hi - Up to 30 hours on 20 lb cylinder
  
  • For outdoor use only

• APPLICATIONS:
  
  • Ice Fishing
  
  • Tailgating
  
  • Patios
  
  • Camping
  
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  
  • Construction Sites

[SIZE=3]Remember that it's a propane heater, so it needs some ventilation, but I'll have a window open to let the cigar smoke out anyways. Plus I have a spare monoxide detector that I plan in plugging in out there too.[/SIZE]

[SIZE=3]This is exactly what I am thinking of using in my garage this year. My dad uses one in the icehut and it works great, in fact its too dam hot sometimes.

As for fumes or smell, I never noticed a drop with this.

It gets damn cold here, like in the -20 celcius range and I still think this will be enough for the garage smoking this winter. Plus it helps to positive pressure your garage so it will help push the smoke out.[/SIZE]

[WyoBob]

This is what I use in my shop:

http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/w...t_6970_595_595

WyoBob

[Misha]

Originally Posted by RockEStone

Ok, winter is right around the corner and I really don't want to bundle up under layers of clothes, a stocking cap and cloves to brave the cold so I can smoke my stogie!! I always end up wasting about half the cigar just to avoid frost bite. So this year I'm thinking, after some inspiration from several pictures on this board, of turning half my garage into my man cave. That being said, first things first. I need heat. Something that can heat up the garage fairly quickly and will only be utilized maybe 3 times a week for a couple of hours. Does anybody have any ideas as to the best heater for this task? Thanks.

If you're heating up indoors. Avoid heaters that actively burn stuff (gas, kerosine, propane) and DO NOT have an own exhaust you can route outside.

I used all kind of heaters inside, but i had some very bad experiences with those propane heaters depicted here. Even with a window cracked the fumes can be very BAD FOR YOUR HEALTH.

So go with an electrical one (I'm using a 400V one in the garage) or go with a gasburner (using one in the warehouse) with external exhaust.
Dependent on your garage size, (<100m3) you could even manage with a small electrical heater with a fan in it. Just turn it on 30 min in advance.

Radiator like heaters (those oil filled ones for example) take a long ass time to heat up a room. Use a regular (box) fan to get some hot air flowing.

And this 'll do the job easily!:


3.3kW, 230V

[Rolando]

I have heard those heaters that run on corn supposedly do great.