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How To Transform Your Backyard With Patio Torches

Patio torches are the single most effective piece for exterior lighting or decorating your courtyard and garden. Both portable and permanent variety is available in many designs, 
starting from a very affordable price. While the portable one comes with a stand and can be placed whereever one wishes to, the permanent variety is fixed in the ground. Furthermore; they are offered in both oil and gas based varieties. Although they are available in many materials, sizes and designs, the ones made of bamboo are the most common. There are different types of fuel used too - oil, propane, electricity and now even solar.

They are made of two parts, the outer covering or shell and the inner part, which is the torch or flame itself. Depending on their size and fuel capacity they give a consistent flame from 6 to 16 hours. One can always bring a dull backyard get-together to a kick by simply decorating with Tiki torches.  They are essentially designed to bring warmth and enjoyment to our outdoor gatherings, but they are also accompanied with a patio heater that can make way for Hawaiian evenings any time of the year. They make the surroundings quite warm and really beautiful to enjoy the evenings.

Citronella oil in outdoor torches is used to keep out insects. Many oils are available in the market to generate nice aroma and a tropical feel with the perfect outdoor lighting. A 
copper garden torch is a discrete idea to decorate your fences.  stay lit better in rainy situation too, also they rarely need replacing. In places of strong and steady breeze, propane torches are your best option. If you don't want to do all the work, a table-top variety is also available which is much shorter, and can be used indoors too. If you have a small backyard, do not place too many torches as they might look over crowded. Lighting up the way to a party with lights always generates an effect. You can always add your own creativity to it, just be sure of the material to be used, as decorating it with paper or ribbons can be dangerous, as they catch fire easily.

While all is well with the decoration aroma and the mood, one shouldn't forget the safety measures. Portable variety is easily stumbled upon, so this should be placed at a safe 
distance. Always have a firm base for your outdoor torch, as they might fall if placed on an uneven surface. Beware of cheap and inferior products as torches are inflammable, they should always be of a good quality. A fire extinguisher should always be within reach. After use switch off the fuel supply and don't keep the fuel container inside the house. Most importantly keep away from pets and children. All can be taken cared of easily with basic fundamental and common sense considerations while using Patio torches. It is perhaps the easiest and distinctive idea of accessorizing your outdoor patio.

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