This is the first question you will face when looking at buying a weed burner. Do you go gas or electric-powered? Let me be honest with you here, go gas. Electric burners have one advantage over gas, and that is that you don’t need to keep buying gas canisters. Most weeds need a second or third burn before they give up the ghost, but as weed burning is a little addictive this isn’t usually a problem! Keep Safe Finally, you should avoid using a weed burner near flammable materials such as shrubs, trees, or wooden fences. The heat from the flame could potentially start a fire, so be sure to keep these materials well away from the weed burner. What should you know before buying a weed burner? The mechanism for automatic ignition: Capable of operating without external power. Simply attach tiny propane or MAPP gas cylinder tank (not included) to the end; Some popular high-BTU weed burners include the Red Dragon VT 1-32C 25,000 BTU Mini Weed Dragon Torch and the Flame King YSN340K Auto Ignition Propane Torch. Do high BTU weed burners kill weeds more effectively?

For large areas, it’s best to choose a weed burner with a high BTU output, which will provide the necessary heat to effectively kill weeds. This is probably the most important decision for you to make and will require the most thought before you buy one.Well, no need to panic, I have gone out and bought a handheld gas weed burner, an electric and a propane tank weed burner. I then tested all of these three burners against each other to help you make the correct buying decision. There are two types of gas weed burner, big powerful ones that require a large gas tank or smaller handheld ones which use a compact camping gas bottle. Watch Them In Action

Universal 7/16" European thread. Suitable for use with the Rothenberger Rofire Adjustable Blow Torch (Code 32160) and Piezo Blow Torch (Code 82945). Hi Daniel. Wouldn't mind a heads up on why my comment on the burner left yesterday did not meet approval and has been taken down. When it comes to choosing a weed burner, there are a few things you need to take into consideration. The most important thing is the size of the unit. If you have a small yard, then you probably won’t need a very large unit. However, if you have a large yard, then you’ll want to make sure that you choose a unit that’s powerful enough to handle the job. Another thing to consider is how easy the unit is to use. First, you need to be aware that weed burners can be dangerous if not used properly. Be sure to read all of the instructions carefully before using a weed burner. Additionally, you should always wear gloves and protective clothing when using a weed burner. The short answer is, yes! The long answer is a bit more complicated, your intended usage will decide how useful or ‘good’ a weed burner is. If you are just intending to burn small areas of weeds then a weed burner is great, it will do this job perfectly. If you are hoping to clear a huge area of weeds then there are definitely better solutions. But for people who want to clear a few weeds from a path but don’t want to use chemicals or toxins then a weed burner is an absolutely perfect solution. Related PostsHere you can see how burning the weed really kills it off. Above is an image of some horsetail in my drive immediately after being burnt, below is the same horse tail two days later. These do work, they can burn up those pesky weeds and have them in flames in a few seconds. They are easy to use and not as scary as the full-blown gas torches I will talk about below. This is the sweet spot for most users and is the weed burner style I would recommend to most people. Handheld Gas Weed Burner In Action Heavy Duty Gas Weed Burner Avoid deflecting the heat towards any plants you want to save. Most weed burners come with a shroud that helps you “Aim” the heat. You need a separate propane tank for these bad boys and also need to be wary of causing a fire, yes they are that powerful. It’s a weed massacre! So do weed burners work?

I absolutely loved using this burner, it sends out a serious flame and absolutely destroys any weeds in its path, it makes weeding fun!Finally, weed burners are environmentally friendly. They don’t produce any harmful chemicals that can harm the environment, making them a good choice for those who want to do their part in preserving our planet. The best time to use a weed burner When you’ve finished turn off the weed burner and let it cool down before touching the end or storing it away. There are several types of weed burners available, but propane-powered burners are considered the most efficient due to their high heat output and ease of use.