DuraHeat Kerosene Heater Review
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- čas přidán 16. 08. 2024
- I purchased a DuraHeat kerosene heater today to help warm up the house this winter. We use propane heat throughout the house and it can get pretty expensive. I figure we can use this to offset that a bit!
You can get this same model from Home Depot for $139, or save $10 and grab from amazon here:
DuraHeat 23,800 BTU Kerosene Heater: amzn.to/2ZsntOT
Thanks for watching - hope you enjoyed it! - Jak na to + styl
I grew up with and have had Kerosene heat ever since I was in grade school. Now that I have a home of my own, I purchased a Dyna-Glo 10,000BTU radiant heater. My mom still has our vintage Crestline at her home and it still works great today (actually better than these newer models). I use my Kerosene heater in the evenings when watching TV for about 4 hours. It has saved me 40 to 60 dollars on my electric bill per month (includes cost of kerosene). I am lucky though. Kerosene here is $3.69/gal at my local gas station and is water clear 1-K. I do a dry burn outside on a calm day after about 5 gallons of kerosene burned to keep the wick clean and the odor down. Good fuel, proper fresh air balance, flame height and maintenance of heater will reward you with an efficient clean warm heat. Cracking a window is a must in my home to keep air quality good because my house is fairly air tight. But even with a window open 2 or 3 inches, my heater heats my home to 75 degrees before bed. My heat pump doesn't have to come on until 1 or 2 AM from 6PM. I run it from around 6 to 10PM.....so not bad. I go through roughly 1 gallon of Kerosene every 3 to 5 days. They are excellent for backup heat and supplemental heat. You likely would not want to sleep with it going over night because they really should be monitored. Have I fallen asleep with them going. Yes. They are very efficient but like anything that burns petroleum, they do emit CO and are unvented devices. A CO detector isn't a bad idea just in case. With common sense you can save a great deal of money without safety concerns. I like my Kerosene heater but I really Love the savings. It's also nice to have something to go up to and get instant warmth. Something a heat pump can't do.
U said the magic word common sense people just some people don't have
neat. Might get this in the summer. I hear that the winter forecast for 2021 will be brutal. Stock up on the k1 and a few more heaters, wicks, firewood and such
I had a cape cod style house here in NY . It had oil heat . I used a Kero-Sun heater the same size as yours to heat the entire house for a couple of winters. It easily kept the house t-shirt warm and even threw out a nice comforting glow . Was very useful during power outages. I still use it for emergancy in my ranch home about 5 miles away from my first home. Kerosene lamps are also a great emergency lighting choice. I’m even looking into the Perfection kerosene kitchen stove. Edit: just for reference houses were (are)1000 and 1300 sq’
I remember growing up (ugh.. 35yrs ago) and all my friends had kerosene heaters in their houses.. this thing throws out some heat! Love it so far!
Mr. HomeOwner ,,, just a few safety tips. Please do not refill while it is on. Don’t use a funnel to refill ; use one of those squeeze bulb syphon (sp?) type fillers. And lastly always have fire extinguishers in a couple of easily accessible places .
Yep - it actually came with a bulb siphon - that's how I filled it up.
Once you heat up a room you can turn this down to very very low setting and it will crank heat!!! The better quality kerosene the less smell you will have. I've
found I tend to get a bit of smell regardless when I first light it up.... but after that it burns very clean. This is a Godsend for when power goes out and these
units last for many many years. If you live in a cold winter environment where power outages happen, you will find these indispensable. We had a major ice
storm here some years back and went without power for 14 days.... so plan ahead as once disaster hits you won't be able to beg, barrow, or steal one of these.
Good post.
I'm thinking about getting one because of the last freeze we had here in Texas.
@@glenchadwick420 get it, these aszhats are not done playing games with the people
I'm thinking about getting one and we don't even have winter power outages lol.
...the ice storm of winter 1998?
I love my kerosene heaters..bought a convection and a small radiant at a garage sale and changed out the wicks..the heat is more than enough for the whole house . But I I light and extinguish them outside..makes for almost no fumes at all
Back in the 80’s I use to use a Kerosun brand heater to heat my entire bachelor pad. Of course I used a small electric heater in my bathroom. It kept me toasty warm throughout the coldest winters in North Carolina.
Thanks for the Video.I also bought one last year the Dura Heat and love it.It burns 14.5 hours on a Tankful.Sometimes I get 15 hours which is great.I buy the K1 Kerosene from Sheetz here in Virginia for 2.99 a gallon.I buy 10 gallons every time I go there its good Kerosene.And I also use the Battery Operated pump can fill it up in 60 seconds easily.The Battery Pump is the only way to go.Going to buy a Second one this month as a Backup or in case I need to work on the other one.I used mine all last Winter and kept really Warm.The one thing I found out is let it burn almost completely out and it Burns so much better the next time I Light it.Also I wait at least 1 Hour before I light it so the Wick is Saturated it makes a big difference.Thanks again and Merry Christmas to You and your Family.I saw those 4 Stockings so you must have some little ones running around.My Boy just turned 20 and it goes by to quick.Take Care and Thanks Again!!
Hey Mike - Sheetz has the k1 outside in a tank (like gasoline) or they have pre-measured containers? It's about $40 here in PA for a pre-measured 5gal from tractor supply - so it gets expensive.
@@RobsBackyardBBQ Wow That is High.I just paid 30.00 last night for 10 gallons at Sheetz.They have the Pump right beside the Store.Going for 2.99 a gallon and so far the same price as last year.Good quality Fuel for sure.Also read for the lighting Element use Standard Batteries not alkaline.The batteries mine came with are non alkaline and it still lights great.The alkaline Batteries will burn out the element.I have come to think that is true.But it is hard to find the old style non alkaline Batteries now.But the ones from last Winter so far still work great.Just thought I would pass that information on to you.
@@mikejames9931 Thank You for the video , would you say that's the average burn time at 14.5 hours as a standard, K1 kerosene in Richmond Va $3.44 a gallon
@@trevinowilliams Thats what I am getting every Tankful.Easily 14 to 15 Hours if I dont cut it off.I fill it up until it just goes past the Red Mark when Full.I just glance back and forth as it fiills between the Gauge and the Fill up Hole.I use the Battery operated Pump from Home Depot or Amazon for about 15.00.It fills it up real Fast with the Battery Pump.My Kerosene at Sheetz here in Waynesboro,Va. just went up to 3.29 a gallon.Getting ready to go and get 10 gallons tonight.One thing for sure for the money it really puts out the Heat.So now it will cost me about 6.60 for 14 to 15 Hours of Good Heat in my House.It holds 1.9 gallons and that is cheaper than the Oil Furnance I was using,I really like the Heater and am going to buy a Second one as a Back Up while they are available at Amazon or Home Depot.Hope that helps you out.I really like this Brand of Heater its been real good.
I bought three of these since my boiler died.
Some things to be mindful of...
1. Crack open a window! I leave mine open about 1/2"(13mm) minimum in room where it is being used.
2. Always check that it is turned off! I hit the button and you can hear mechanism react. Yet, the wick doesn't retract enough to extinguish flame. Often I have to wind it up and hit reset again. Then turn knob manually ccw to lower wick to lowest setting. This happens to my older and newest one.
Definitely want let it burn off outside. Fumes are horrible at that last stage, perhaps last 30 minutes of burn time.
I forgot to mention...get at least one carbon monoxide detector!
Be alert if anyone in your family has headaches, or if pets act odd! Get to fresh air immediately!
If you are considering any fuel source for your survival, consider that delivery of that fuel may be disrupted by weather. My local source was closed during snowstorm. I use about 4 gallons per day. My one can was not enough!
Also, consider filling a five gallon canister to only 4 gallons. Less likely to leak during transport.
I use a Bernzomatic butane torch stick lighter. Flexible head, and flame can be "pointed" towards wick. Works very well. Now debris from using matches. Standard stick lighters don't work as well as the torch type.
To get the last quart of fuel from can, I use a small funnel in tank and the SLOWLY pour from container into the funnel. If you pour too fast, it may spit back at you. I always use cardboard to catch any splashing or drips while filling the tank. I also use a paper cup for the funnel to catch any drips from it.
Just bought one. Guy at the store tried to persuade to buy an electric (!) - I said that’s all well and good until there’s no power. If you don’t have a fireplace etc this is worth having as backup, cost around $139.
lol - yeah, that's the main reason any of us have em is for power outages.. thanks for watchin man!
100%
For my use, loss of electricity is the entire point of having a kerosene heater.
Even if you heat with natural gas, the furnace and thermostat likely are electronic. The furnace fan is certainly electric. Salesmen usually don’t know much other than which product they want you to buy.
Now thanks to China Joe the price is through the roof!!
I love those little Kerosene Heaters. Sure are great to have when the power gets knocked out in the middle of winter
This reminds me of living in tents when I deployed to Italy. We had a huge kerosene heater in the center of the tent. Sometimes it would run out of fuel and no one would want to get up and refill it. Filled up how many hours does this heater run before it needs refilling?
𝕄𝕚𝕟𝕖 𝕘𝕠𝕖𝕤 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝕝𝕚𝕜𝕖 𝟠 𝕙𝕣𝕤 𝕗𝕦𝕝𝕝
I grew up with kerosene heaters, they're pretty good for inside use. I've since graduated to Mr Heater natural gas fired ceramic heaters. Much easier, less maintenance and low cost to run. If you have natural gas I would go that way, otherwise kerosene is pretty good too.
I was originally thinking some propane ventless that I could get and pipe into my underground tanks - but I like the idea of buying the kerosene ahead of time and being done w/ cost when I light it. :)
Great video... we’re prepping for the cold next month
Nice review. Probably going to grab 2 of these. Thanks.
How long does a wick last before it needs to be replaced?
Dammit noone ever answered. I wanna know
I've had my current heater for 5 years and use pump kerosene (to heat my 2 car garage); still works great (and burns well) at the lowest wick setting. I don't use batteries or the ignition switch; I use a lighter through the front door (not sure if that's going to effect the life of the wick, just fyi). Hope that helps.
Not saveing much today feom 3 yrs ago ,im rethinking getting one.
I noticed the ring of fire on the wick is not a complete circle. There are parts the no flame is burning. This is detrimental to the wick itself. My experience tells me that the first priming the wick makes the difference of a total burn around the circle. Worked for me.
My heater works well, but the bail handle is flimsy and will not stay in place if the heater is lifted. Seems to be a common complaint. You don't mention or address that problem? Do you have a resolution?
0:45 how do you get the name wrong looking directly at it!!!!!
Kerosene seems very hard to find here in Canada. You can easily get jugs at your hardware store but as of today, the cheapest I found comes up to 8.80$ US per gallon... Sucks!
Which type, propane or kerosene consumes less oxygen and can be used inside? Is this type safe to use indoors?
Everybody read the instructions!!!!!
I got my heater for emergency outages. I love it for heat, light, and I use a old camp coffee pot to sit on top to make coffee. using a cast iron flat grittle to keep it a secure surface. You didn't show people how to shut it off.
Is there supposed to be a clear smoke or fog coming out top the unit ?? When the wick is too high it produces black smoke but then I set the wick on low and I get a invisible fog coming out top and it smells just tad. I put a Co2 alarm right on top and it eventually rings, am I doing something wrong ?
Two ya on, how is the heater doing
Do you just use the shut off switch to turn it off?
So no carbon monoxide issues with this?
Leave a window cracked about an inch for ventilation.
I got a 5 gal. can of Kerosene from Tractor Supply. It's cheaper than those jugs.
Yep - those are handy too!
Do you know if this uses jet fuel?
update 2/26/2022 with a Biden economy the price of this thing is now $202 it used to be $159 at HD...... My electric bill is now $450 from $189 avg low is 24 high 40F 5 Gals of Kerosene $35 at TS.... Hopefully this helps to reduce our electric bill!!!
Update 12/20/2022- under Brandon gas has dropped to 2.75 a gallon and the Dynaglow is $159 at Tractor Supply. PS. Brandon and Zelinski are still kicking Russian AZZ!!!
How far away from wood does the u it need to be?
Brilliant video thank
Can this still be lit manually? I've read the "no lift" feature doesn't let you light it with a match or grill lighter.
Yes you can use a match.
When you are using the kerosene heater , where is the smoke go. Do they get any smoke or carbon monoxide.?
if wick is set right dont smoke or smell at all
puts off a ton of heat
Are you still happy with your Dura Heat DH2304S? I was thinking of getting one but it's a big purchase for me and I'm worried that it won't work (I've never had a kerosene heater). Thanks and thanks for the video!!
Hey there Eric - I haven't used it yet this year, but was happy with it last year for sure.
@@RobsBackyardBBQ OK. I really just needed to know if it at least got you through a season. I appreciate you getting back to me!! Thanks. Take care, -Eric Forgot to add... Go Flyers! 😀
They work really good. If you have a smaller home, then you can get by with just the kerosene heater. They do emit a mild odor but keep the wick adjusted and clean and your fine. Also, get a good C02 detector. The heaters are relatively safe but doesn't hurt to have a good detector just in case
It works great but our eyes were a little irritated. I wonder if the trick is turn it on outside and then bring it inside. Thank you!
Yes. Turn it on and off outside or in the garage
Are you sure it 2,300 btu and not 23,000. Nice video thanks for sharing.
lol yep - I meant 23,000 :)
How long does 1 tank of kerosene last
My dad has this we used it in his big garage for Halloween parties. I have a jet kerosene heater I use. Its noisy but heats my barn up great. But here kerosene is 4.00 a gallon. Compared to propane I have no clue if it is more cost effective.
Unfortunately the kerosene you buy from a pump at some gas stations for about $4 a gallon is a different grade than the 1-K you need to use for home heaters...in my area it runs about $21 per 2.5 gal jug.
$4.00 is cheap compared to the fact that I just paid $35 for 5 Gallons.. ($7 Gal)
@@mrr8682 well its been a while since I bought kerosene. Today may be a different story.
Hi, my daughter sent me a Dura Heat 2304S kerosene heater, as my emergency heat. I live in an total electric house. I got it, yesterday, and put it together. One thing I noticed was the burner was loose in the box. I lined it back up so the little spring lifter and window were located near the window on the front of the cabinet. I then filled it with kerosene. The igniter would not lite it, so I lit it with one of my grill lighters. I had accidentally over filled the fuel tank, so I siphoned off about a quart of kerosene. I never got the igniter to work. Actually, the igniter button does not lift the burner, so I can see the wick. I am sure it is something simple but something is wrong with this unit. After I corrected the overfill situation, I got the flame under control and it seemed to run correctly. Before then, it smoked black soot,like a worn out diesel truck. I had to remove and clean the top, because it was coated with black soot. What do you think.?
From my experience if ur getting black soot take the top off and make sure everything inside of the heater is lined up sometimes when u go to light it off sets the inside of the heater and cause it too soot like crazy if everything is lined up how it should be it should burn clean also u have too twist the knob all the way to the highest setting to light it with the igniter
Does it fill your house with the smell of kerosene and cover your walls with soot?
Hey William - you can smell that there's kero burning, but it's not overpowering. There's no soot anywhere - just stick with the clean k1 kerosene.
@@RobsBackyardBBQ will do. I ordered one a couple days ago it just got here today going to put it together after work.
We just bought the heater, model DH2304S,,, I filled about 3/4 full, installed batteries etc. When I push red handle to right to light it all I see is a small light ( flame ?) inside on right side of unit. I can't get Anything to light up,, not if I hold red knob handle to right or push it quickly nothing is lighting up ,, ? What am I doing wrong? I'm trying to heat garage so grandkids can play, ride bikes in garage... Pls someone HELP,,. Happy Healthy Holidays..
I have three of these heaters. The first two, bought last winter, the battery igniter rarely worked. I have since bought a butane torch lighter to light the wicks. The standard stick lighters, the flame goes up, which doesn't light the wick well. The torch type, the flame goes where you point it.
On my newest unit I bought two months ago, didn't even bother putting the batteries in it.
Forgot to mention...I use a Bernzomatic butane torch lighter. Flexible stick, easy to use, and works well lighting the wicks.
I can smell the gas is this a problem ?
Hey Ricardo - sorry for the late reply. WHen it's lit, you'll def be able to smell something, but if its overpowering, then maybe contact the company to check things. We'll notice a smell mostly upstairs after putting it out (with it being lit downstairs).
@@RobsBackyardBBQ one this is an early reply two thank you for even replying. For that I will sub. Three the smell is from it being lit. I added a fragrance to it so lets see what happens.
@@xgermanshepherdx yeah man - appreciate it - but let me know how it goes. If it seems dangerous, put it back outside :)
I just light mine with a grill lighter. Don't waste the batteries unless you need it every day.
Will the top support a pot to boil water on ???
I had this style yrs ago, and you can actually cook with it.
Would this be to big for a 1 bedroom apartment..
In cold climates it would keep you toasty. Warmer climes maybe too warm.
Have you compared pump kerosene versus store container as far as smell goes?
I haven't yet.. I did buy a new blue kerosene can, but so far all I can find is the red pump fuel. There's a station that sells clear k-1 kerosene about 30 minutes from here though and it's $3.50/gal. I'm thinking of buying some more 5 gallon cans and head over there though. i've read that the pump k1 is as good as pre-packaged k1, but the red can gum up the wicks quicker.
i use pump kerosene in mine local station has k1 pump no smell at all while burning
Hi what 8s the higher this heat going thanks
Hey Tony - i don't understand your question. let me know.
How do you reduce the damn smoke? I GOT SAME UNIT BUT IT SNOKES LIKE HELL ON K1.
Hey there - Mine doesn't smoke at all, i'd contact the company. Does it have an old wick maybe?
If the inside portion isn't seated properly, it may act this way. The manual mentions to move the coiled handle inside unit from side to side to ensure that it is seated. It should move easily. If there is any resistance or if flame is too large, it isn't seated properly.
Flyers though. Ew.
is this safe for a van? lol .. I assume not but hey worth asking ..
Not a heater this size. It would turn your van into an oven. Look for something much smaller.
Take off that cage and you have a fully functioning stovetop, too. I've cooked on mine for years.
2300 BTU or 23,000 BTU? 2300 would barely heat a bedroom.
Yeah, 23,000 lol.. did I say 2300 in the video? :)
they put out heat like a wood stove
It's alot more trouble than people think it is. The bottled kerosene is extremely expensive and the bulk kerosene sold in hardware stores if it is old, will ruin the wick, also the kerosine there is often contaminated with moisture and that would ruin the wick also and replacing the wick is a ordeal for any one who's not a handyman or engineer.
Plus every week the instruction manual says you need to dry burn the wick ,which is a difficult and complicated and long process , . It's almost a part time job doing all the maintenance required plus I did not find the instruction manual to be easy to understand .
I don't recommend it at all except for emergencies. It's more trouble than it's worth.
Obviously, you havent used one very long. They are VERY low maintenance. Super easy to use and put out a tremendous amount of heat. The wick can be changed in about 15 minutes.
@@lynncrum if you your a handyman type person and you can understand and follow the directions or if you had someone show you , but otherwise it's extremely conplicated
@@lynncrum I've had it long enough , and it was nothing but trouble
@@forestman2382 Im a 59 year old woman with zero handyman skills. lol
USA 3th world country with skin of develop county on top of it...
Terrible heater. All the wicks I bought to replace my old one didn't fit. The system to attach it is insane too. Avoid this heater
I have two of this exact heaters, The wicks can be purchased at almost any hardware store, even Walmart. It takes about 15-20 minutes to replace the wick. Super simple.