When it comes to heating your outdoor space, the debate between wood pellets and propane is heating up. At Patiofyre, we’ve ditched propane for good—and here’s why.
The Case for Soft Wood Pellets
Our Jetlamp patio heaters are designed to run on soft wood pellets, which provide a clean, smokeless burn and 90 minutes of consistent heat per hopper fill. But that’s just the beginning of why pellets are the superior fuel choice.
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What Are Wood Pellets
Wood pellets are small, compressed pieces of natural wood, typically made from sawdust and wood shavings. They come in different varieties, but soft wood pellets—like pine or fir—burn hotter and more efficiently than hardwood varieties, making them ideal for outdoor heating solutions like the Jetlamp.
Why Pellets Outperform Propane
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Feature |
Soft Wood Pellets |
Propane |
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Cost Efficiency |
50% cheaper than propane |
Price fluctuates and refills are expensive |
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Burn Time |
90 minutes per hopper |
Shorter burn time and inconsistent heat |
|
Environmental Impact |
Made from renewable materials with nearly zero waste |
Fossil fuel with high carbon emissions |
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Aesthetic Experience |
Real flame and full-body warmth |
Harsh, artificial heat |
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Ease of Use |
Simple, clean loading process |
Requires heavy, bulky tanks |
The Patiofyre Advantage
With the Jetlamp’s innovative combustion technology, soft wood pellets burn cleanly, producing smokeless, radiant heat that warms from head to toe. Plus, with 90 minutes of burn time per hopper, you can sit back and relax without constantly refilling.
What Are Wood Pellets
With the Jetlamp’s innovative combustion technology, soft wood pellets burn cleanly, producing smokeless, radiant heat that warms from head to toe. Plus, with 90 minutes of burn time per hopper, you can sit back and relax without constantly refilling.
Types of Pellets to Know
- Soft Wood Pellets (Best for Our Jetlamps): High heat output and low ash production.
- Hardwood Pellets: Burn slower but produce more ash and lower heat.
- Blended Pellets: A mix of both, but not ideal for achieving clean, consistent heat.
The Bottom Line
If you’re looking for a more affordable, eco-friendly, and aesthetically pleasing way to heat your outdoor space, the choice is clear. Soft wood pellets reign supreme over propane, and with Patiofyre’s Jetlamp, you’re not just getting heat—you’re getting an experience.