Outdoor spaces are a valuable asset for bars, establishments, restaurants, and hotels as they allow customers to spend leisure time outdoors in comfort.
During the summer months, outdoor terraces at bars and restaurants are the most popular choice for taking a break in company. Utilizing them during the winter period becomes more challenging. Low winter temperatures discourage customers from using outdoor spaces at establishments, with most preferring an indoor environment that is warmer and more sheltered.
This is where outdoor patio heaters and heating lamps come into play. Devices that make outdoor spaces in the hospitality industry warmer and more welcoming even during winter.
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Types of outdoor heaters
The market offers a wide range of products designed for outdoor use, among the main ones we find:
- Gas patio heaters: devices powered by gas cylinders. They have high heating capacity, able to heat in a short time the surrounding area up to 25 m2. Thanks to their attractive design and the presence of a visible flame, they create a captivating atmosphere that is difficult to replicate with other heaters.
- Infrared heaters: outdoor lamps that use the principle of radiation to immediately heat people and objects nearby without heating the surrounding air. They provide an immediate sensation of warmth without creating heat dispersion, for greater economic savings.
- Electric heaters: connected directly to a power outlet, they are easy to use, do not create fumes or odors, and are suitable for heating small outdoor spaces.
- Wood or pellet heaters: rustic and attractive, they are perfect for heating outdoor terraces, garden events, and outdoor areas of establishments, bars, and restaurants. Compared to the devices listed above, they require more thorough maintenance and regular cleaning.
What are the advantages of outdoor heaters?
The main advantages of outdoor heaters are:
- Extended season: making outdoor areas more welcoming even during cold months allows outdoor spaces to be used throughout the year.
- Warm and welcoming environment: a heated outdoor space is the perfect setting for any type of event—why not take advantage of this potential?
- Increased revenue: having an equipped outdoor space allows you to accommodate more customers, especially during the winter season when outdoor areas would otherwise be completely empty. The presence of heaters and heating lamps with refined design makes establishments more attractive to potential customers, who are drawn to the enveloping atmosphere created.
How to choose the right outdoor heater
Choosing the most suitable heating solution for your needs is not simple; several factors must be considered:
- Available space: to determine the exact number of heaters you will need, it is necessary to understand which area you wish to heat and its dimensions.
- Type of power source: based on your needs and preferences, you can choose from a wide range of gas, electric, pellet, or wood products.
- Design: choose the heater that best suits the aesthetics of your outdoor space so that it can add value.
- Safety: before purchasing, ensure that the chosen device complies with safety standards.
Let us now examine in detail the category of patio heaters, the most widely used outdoor heating solution in the hospitality sector.
The Lido designer patio heater
Among our range of heating products, you can find the Lido outdoor patio heater. The product is part of the WellOut brand, a brand dedicated to the hospitality industry, where we primarily offer designer heating devices for outdoor spaces.
Lido is much more than a simple outdoor patio heater. It is the embodiment of elegance and hospitality, designed to offer an experience that will leave your customers breathless.
The exclusive touch of the natural oak barrel brings with it the delicate aroma of wood. Its fragrance combines in a modern and refined design the conviviality of the barrel with the warmth and charm of the visible flame.
The slender table surrounding Lido, available in painted steel or CorTen steel, represents an essential aesthetic detail, ideal as a support surface.
Lido integrates perfectly into any environment: rustic establishments, mountain chalets and lodges, bars, outdoor terraces, restaurants, and events, creating a warm and enveloping atmosphere.
Infrared heating lamps for outdoor use
Another widely used solution for heating outdoor spaces in bars, establishments, and restaurants is represented by infrared radiant heating lamps. These devices use infrared radiation to heat people and objects in the immediate vicinity, without heating the air or creating dust movement. The heat produced is natural and pleasant, similar to that created by the sun.
These radiant heaters are highly appreciated in the hospitality industry: in addition to creating comfortable and welcoming spaces, they do not occupy floor space, as they are wall-mounted.
Within the WellOut brand, we offer two different types of outdoor heating lamps: Rialto and Murano.
The operating principle is the same, but they differ in design. Rialto has a softer, rounder shape. Murano, on the other hand, has more defined lines and is enhanced by ceramic glass which, used as a front closure, offers excellent resistance to thermal shock.
Both are ideal for heating verandas, outdoor terraces, establishments, and restaurants; they enhance aesthetics and create warm environments in which to spend convivial moments.
Conclusion
Making your establishment's outdoor spaces welcoming throughout the year is possible thanks to outdoor patio heaters and heating lamps. With a wide range of options, from patio heaters to elegant wall-mounted devices, you have the opportunity to transform terraces and gardens into warm and welcoming environments.
The advantages are clear: extend the season, create an inviting environment for events, and attract more customers during the colder months.
Do not miss the opportunity to create a warm and inviting atmosphere in your establishment's outdoor spaces throughout the year. Visit our website and discover how our outdoor heaters can transform your outdoor space.
