Stop Letting the Cold Kill Your Winter Profits
Let’s be honest: outdoor seating in the winter is usually a nightmare. You put out those big propane heaters, but as soon as a breeze kicks up, all that warmth just floats away. Your guests are shivering, they’re rushing through their meals, and you’re losing money on tables that nobody wants to sit at. We fix this with waterproof infrared table heaters. Here is the secret: they don’t try to heat the air. That’s a losing battle. Instead, they beam heat directly onto your guests and the table. It feels like sitting in a patch of sunlight on a crisp day. Why “Shortwave” actually matters We specifically use shortwave infrared. Why? Because it’s fast. It doesn’t care if it’s windy or snowing; the heat hits the customer the second they sit down. You aren’t paying to heat the open sky—you’re heating the people. And since these live outside, we don’t mess around with the build. We use heavy-duty, corrosion-resistant housings and tight seals. If water gets into the wiring, the whole thing is toast. We make sure that doesn’t happen. More comfort, more cash It’s simple. If a customer is freezing, they leave. If they’re warm and cozy, they stay for another drink or a dessert. Suddenly, those “dead” tables in the corner become prime real estate again. You get more people in seats and a higher average check because your guests actually want to linger. Plus, you can turn those tables faster because people aren’t rushing to get inside before they freeze. A few things to watch out for You can’t just plug these into any old outlet. These units pull a lot of power. If you overload your circuits, you’re going to trip a breaker right in the middle of the Friday night rush. Not a great look. We usually suggest a dedicated circuit for every four tables just to be safe. Also, get the height right. If you mount them too high, the heat disappears. Too low, and you might actually singe the tabletop. There’s a sweet spot, and we’ll help you find it.