Heaters Ireland

A paraffin heater uses liquid paraffin as its fuel source. Paraffin heaters are available in different types, including wick and fan-assisted models.

A wick heater uses a wick to draw fuel from the tank, while a fan-assisted heater uses a fan to help circulate the warm air it produces around the space.

Consider the size of the space you need to heat, where the heater will be used, the heating capacity, fuel requirements and the manufacturer’s guidance for the individual model.

Paraffin heaters should be used with the fuel specified for the individual model. Sheds Direct Ireland sells Tozane paraffin oil alongside its heater range and specifically warns customers not to use kerosene in paraffin heaters.

Check the replacement wick product information against your heater model before purchasing. Sheds Direct Ireland notes that some replacement wicks work with a range of heaters beyond the models named on the category page

The first time that you use a wick heater, it’s very important that you allow the wick to soak in paraffin. Doing so is simple.

The wick is already installed in your heater. You just need to fill your oil tank and put it into the heater. The oil will slowly flow through the mechanism and soak the wick.

This can take up to 6-7 hours.

To avoid burning out the wick prematurely, you should not use your heater during this time. If you allow the wick to soak and keep it wet with the correct fuel, your wick should last approx 2 years.

We don’t have a video for all our previous heaters, however below you can find guides on how to change the wick on a Glow Wick 240 and a Glow Wick 290. We’ve even subtitled them, to make it even more accessible!

If you have a different wick heater, these will not be exact guides, however, they may point you in the right direction.

Yes. If you’re unsure which heater is right for your needs, Sheds Direct Ireland advises customers to get in touch to discuss the available options.

Click here to read out full explanation on why you cannot use kerosene in a paraffin heater. 

Paraffin is a distilled version on Kerosene. It’s had the impurities and plastics taken out, meaning that it’s made for indoor use and considerably easier on the lungs. It produces no ‘soot’ unlike it’s Kerosene counterparts, so you won’t notice any ‘blackening’ or Tar build up on your paraffin heater. These build ups can also lead to problems with the Heater turning on or off. So, you can see why we only supply Tozane Fuel. 

Kerosene is not safe to be breathed in and it will damage your machine.

So while there are cheaper oils and fuels available for Oil Heaters in Ireland, none are as safe for human inhalation or lifespan of the heater than Tozane. 

Yes, all our heaters are available to be shipped nationwide.

Tozane, however, may only be available in minimum quantities of 10 drums outside of Dublin and its surrounding counties.

Why is this? The liquid paraffin is no longer accepted by any courier company in Ireland. As such, it’s then delivered by a haulier company. They charge approx €80* for a pallet delivery. As the delivery charge is so high, it makes no sense to deliver only 2 drums with an €80 delivery fee. To make it financially feasible, we offer it in drums of ten. Customers can order this and split the cost with friends, family, etc.

*Prices correct at time of writing.