Tag: outdoor heating

Heated Sidewalks: The Innovative Solution to Ice Hazards

2024-04-20 technology
- Heated walkway mats - Snow and ice removal - 2- or 3-foot widths - Various lengths (5' to 60') - Heat output of 50 watts per square foot - Installation on existing concrete or asphalt surfaces - Additional 2" pour - Installation on earth's surface before a new pour - Hand rolling recommended for asphalt installations - Heated walkway pavers - Snow melting mats or cables - Placement on earth's surface - Layer of sand or fine gravel - Fully automated and maintenance-free system - Qualified electrician for wiring - Warranty validity - Installation process for a radiant snow melting system - Concrete sidewalks - Heating cable laid out after frame and remesh installation - Paver walks - Heat cable embedded in paver sand or mortar - Proper spacing and zip ties for securing cable to remesh - Pre-sleeves for handrail installation - Caution to prevent cable damage with shovels - Contact information for more information about snow melting systems.

Heated Outdoor Mats for Walkways: How to Ensure Safety and Comfort in Wintertime

2023-12-17 Outdoor products
- HeatTrak Snow & Ice Melting Mats are portable heated sidewalk mats that melt snow and ice to provide slip-free surfaces in the winter. - Installing a radiant snow melting system for sidewalks and walkways is relatively easy and can be done partially by the homeowner. - However, a qualified electrician must wire the system to keep the warranty valid. - The heating cable is laid out over the area to be heated, either on a concrete sidewalk or embedded in paver sand or mortar for paver walkways. - The cable should be properly spaced, with no overlapping or less than 3-inch spacing. - The cable should be secured to the remesh or rebar using zip ties. - Pre-sleeves should be installed for handrails to avoid drilling after the concrete pour. - Mesh-Up support chairs should be used to elevate the remesh and heat cable off the ground. - Care should be taken to avoid damaging the cable with shovels during concrete pouring.

Heated Decking: A Revolutionary Solution for YearRound Outdoor Comfort

2023-12-06 Home improvement
Here is the revised list of relevant options for heating and cooling a deck: - Radiant heating (electric or gas) - Propane heaters - Roof structures for heat retention - Shade from roof structures, pavilions, and gazebos - Fans for cooling - Pergolas, umbrellas, awnings, and sails for shade - Misting systems for cooling with water mist - Material of the deck affecting heat retention (e.g., vinyl decks reflect sunlight and are cooler than composite decks) - Lighter deck board color to help with heat - Fire pits (gas-burning or wood-burning) - Chimineas (portable fire pits with a chimney) - Portable outdoor space heaters - Strip heaters (tall heaters mounted to a wall or overhang) - Tabletop heaters for localized heating - Heated decking (smaller strip heaters that heat a smaller radius) These options can enhance the enjoyment and year-round use of outdoor decks in various climates.