gooseholla Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 So, I am going camping next year and need some heat for me tent - it will be october. also, thinking of using it in a shed the rest of the time.I know there are gas things - but in an enclosed space... hmmmmm. Anything that runs off a 12v cigar socket? I know it'll drain the battery quick, but I only need it for shortish bursts.However, what is the most sensible and cost effective way to heat a one person tent, or 6 x 4 shed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoushon Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 A tent is quit different than a shed. When looking to heat dont look for the size but look at the volume. And materials its made of. A shed will retain heat better than a tent. Not saying shed are good at retaining it just that its better than a tent. I would suggest an electric blanket. Safest way to stay warm and very little energy consumption. Combined with another blanket or sleeping bag and you will stay very toasty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
username Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 I wouldn't bother trying to heat a tent, even in October. You're only going to keep the wildlife warm. Whenever I camp I find the best ways to keep warm is to make sure you eat a lot and where lots of thin layers. Make sure you have clean clothes to get in to in the tent if you manage to get wet outside. Buy yourself a decent sleeping bag - if you can't afford a high tech one get down the army surplus and get a down filled one (these cannot get wet though). If your sleeping bag is up to scratch then don't wear too many clothes when in it - they work by reflecting heat back on to you and you're producing the heat.As for a shed I've always thought one of those fan heaters are good - the shed isn't insulated too well either so rather than trying to heat the thing up just have hot air blowing on you if that makes sense? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_PSY3NTIST Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 Electric hook up and a fan heater in February I went camping and it was -6, we had the tent at 24 degrees inside Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonshane Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 I bought a halogen heater from go outdoors. £12 approx I think, runs off mains (800w) and really good at keeping you warm while it's on. when you switch off though the heat just disappears in a few seconds. I only bother with it when I am with my family. I am either outside or in my bed if at star parties so don't see the need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
username Posted September 20, 2012 Share Posted September 20, 2012 Electric hook up Cheat! Of course if you have one of these available use it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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