*** Newly Upgraded for Fall 2013*** The Lava Mini - 27,000 BTU - Table Top Propane (LP) Patio Heater has now been upgraded to include an advanced "Rapid-Spark" electronic ignition system to make lighting a breeze! The newly upgraded controls now allow for full adjustment of the dancing flame height from a flickering glow to a full column of mesmerizing flames! Originally designed and engineered in Italy by Mr. JR Zioni, this table-top version of the Lava Heat Italia patio heater stands 3 ft. tall, and has many of the standard features of our other full-sized Lava Heat Italia units, emitting a warm, radiant glow that illuminates any outdoor setting while providing a low level of heat which can be felt for up to a 3 foot radius surrounding the beautiful column of dancing flames. The warm Heritage Bronze pebble finish of this Commercial Grade unit is designed to coordinate with the colors of today"s most popular patio furnishings and the illuminating glow of the warm romantic flame is sure to become a conversation piece and focal point for any outdoor gathering. Built of the highest quality materials and backed by Lava Heat"s solid 3 Year factory warranty you are sure to enjoy the beauty, ambience, and warmth of very own dancing column of flames for many years to come. Pre-assembled at the factory this 3 ft tall unit is a Plug-N-Play delight and goes from the carton to operation in less than 3 minutes. The Lava Mini is designed to operate 4-8 hours (low to high) with a standard 1-LB disposable propane cylinder available at home centers and supermarkets. It may also be used with a standard 20lb LP BBQ tank (aftermarket connector hose required) which will allow continuous operation for up to 160 hours between tank changes. Don"t be fooled by cheap imitations which are made from inferior components, designed with shoddy engineering resulting in poor performance, and which require hours of assembly! Invest the very Best! --- Lava Heat Italia---