How many square feet will a 23000 BTU kerosene heater heat?
1,000 square feet
This kerosene heater by Kero World is rated at 23,000 BTUs, which is strong enough to heat up to 1,000 square feet of space.
How much kerosene does a 23000 BTU heater use?
Uses only 1-K kerosene. Burns with 99.9% efficiency, providing 8-12 hour run times per each 1.9-gallon tank of fuel.
Are kerosene heaters safe for indoor use?
Using A Kerosene Heater Indoors Safely A kerosene heater produces carbon monoxide, just as many other appliances do. Leave doors open if possible and do not use a kerosene heater in a room without doors or windows. A filter can be used for lowering the carbon monoxide emissions.
Which is more efficient kerosene or propane?
Here’s how you figure out their heating efficiency: Since kerosene produces 135,000 BTUs per gallon, that means it will emit 675,000 BTUs total (for five gallons). Propane, on the other hand, produces only 91,600 BTUs and will emit 458,000 BTUs total.
Do kerosene heaters need to be vented?
Adequate ventilation is necessary for safe operation of the kerosene heater. Burning kerosene consumes oxygen and produces carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, carbon monoxide and other gases.
Is kerosene heater cheaper than electric?
Although kerosene units are more efficient than electric models (90 percent compared with 100 percent fuel efficiency), kerosene is a much cheaper fuel source than electricity. The units cost twice as much as comparable electric heaters, ranging in price between $100 and $350. Larger vented units start at around $850.
How do I know if my kerosene heater needs a new wick?
You should check and replace wicks more often if low quality fuel has been used or if the heater has been operated on a lower than recommended setting. Wicks with tar/carbon build up, degraded wicks, wicks from last season, and improperly used wicks should all be replaced for your safety.