Outdoor Power Equipment (Lawn Mowers, Snow Blowers, Chain Saws and more) Discussions

I had this topic going about a year ago on WTB, and it was quite a mixed bag. Very different methods, but my main concern is safety. Many warned about igniting gas fumes. I would like to start this topic again to see different methods discussed and the safety factor as pertaining to each. I do have a small electric ceramic heater I could use, but on the directions it states do not use where there are gas or paint fumes. Because it "arcs". The little propane Mr. heaters that attach right to the 20 lb tanks look nice, but are they any safer? MR. HEATER    The shed is 12 feet x 20 feet, and has a roof ridge vent and vents on each side at the top. Any comments are appreciated.
                                                                                                                                      Thanks Kevin

Kevin, I have used the first kind that Marshall showed to heat Joint compound buckets when doing new construction. The rooms were about the same size as your shed with drywall walls and plywood decking. We blocked off the room to keep heat in. They worked real well because they didn't need electricity. However, as you have electric there, the oil filled that Richie discussed would make a great choice because there is no flame/sparks etc. (They look like small radiators with the thermostat on the side) *Make sure the extension cord can handle the current the heater needs!!! One thing to keep in mind with gas or any flammable substance is that it won't (usually) ignite unless the concentration is between its LFL and UFL (lower flammable limit and upper flammable limit)In short the Oxygen/fuel concentration must be correct for ignition to occur. That is why a flooded engine won't fire. I have other examples but due to this public format and safety reasons I won't discuss them here. I hope this helps.Walt