How much heat is needed?

would a kerosene lamp be enough?

https://www.lehmans.com/p-175-dietz-jupiter-hurricane-oil-lantern.aspx
Deitz- Jupiter 84 ounce kerosene tank runs 72 hours.
""supposedly"" used to heat green-houses.

I have 2 sizes of the buddy heats- the very small 3800 BTU one (39.00 regular, got for 19.- spring clearance)

and next size up - portable 4000/8000 59.00 clearance at Lowes.

I have used all three of them in our garage in the winter- they all "help"

The propane adapter for large tanks is well worth its cost, and you can pick up extra tanks for 20.00....

Lehman's is a great resource, as is Cumberland Store (little more techy, than Amish like). I have been to Lehman's store several times in Kidron Ohio. Cool place.


Ironwood

Am Fear,

I for one appriciate the detail you go into. While I am no techy on the details/numbers, it bears out in use.

Thanks, Ironwood

Highly regarded in the RV community,well built and long lasting and very efficient.I lived for years with one like this in a bus.You can stick paper up against heat pad portion directly and it will not flame.Add a CO monitor they are darn safe.Keep catalytic pad clean for it to work well.



http://www.adventurerv.net/olympian-wave-catalytic-safety-heater-p-1706.html

$314.99
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New, improved heaters feature a catalytic element for long life, superior efficiency and higher BTU output. Built-in automatic piezo electric spark starter will last for 20,000 starts. Unvented propane heaters work great in small trailers, tents and cold spots. Keep off your RV flooring with optional leg stands. They can be hung on the wall horizontally or vertically or recessed with optional Recess Kits. Wave 3 can not be recessed. Also includes piezo automatic electric starter and 100% safety shut-off valve.

Adjusts from 4200 to 8000 BTUs. Heats a 23' trailer, motor home or 290 square feet. 21-1/2" H x15" Wx4" D. Keep your Wave 8 free from dust, dirt, and scratches with a custom fitted vinyl dust cover (Sold Separately). 1 per box.

This item cannot be shipped to Canada or MA.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vHZL_7dMbtc

http://vagabonders-supreme.net/Wave_Catalytic_User_Guide.pdf