Does the inside of this umbrella heat up a lot? Will this turn into a hotbox on the beach with an infant under it?
1293168
I've used mine once, so far. While there was a breeze, I was fine, but it did become overly warm under there. Still better than a sunburn.
1293169
It does get kind of hot if you sit too far back in the umbrella, But I moved our chairs out just enough so we would have good ventilation and it helped a lot. This is a review given from Sunny, Hot, Humid, South Florida just so ya know :)
1293170
no at all ! it feels like an island of coolness, it was the best buy i ever made for the beach, i have given it as gifts, everybody loves it!
1293171
It doesn't turn into a hotbox at all, in fact, it has zip down "screened in windows" that allow for a nice cross breeze.
1293172
No. It keeps me pretty cool. There are also vents you can open to circulate some more air.
937780
No, the area does not turn red. It takes several minutes for the area to heat up. Not sure of the exact temperature, but it just gets very warm, not super hot. For me, the vibration feature is better than the heat, though the heat can be nice.
1411572
It does get hot. You won't be able to have anything on top of it and need to have some space behind it. But the oven is great and I definitely recommend it!
577205
We brought ours to the beach and it worked well. I had it on a blanket underneath an umbrella! I used it for her bed at night and during the day at the beach. Fit well in my suitcase!
399637
Yes, if the kids are touching the top or sides. They cannot touch the heating elements in the front... it will burn them. So, if you have a toddler.. do not get it. If you have older kids who follow directions and know to not touch the front where the heat comes out.... then get it.
1196940
We used it at the beach. The baby was too little to fight the waves unless in our arms. She wanted down. Sand was too hot. This was best option. I would put it on a rug. Cement gets hot.
295383
No, It doesn't get that hot, at least not to burn on the front if you touch it. It will get warm. The outside doesn't get hot.
166495
I don't think so, at least not any hotter then a stroller, bed or any other place you would put an infant. It has a very soft cover, and my grandson also had a head and side support insert because he's so small. He seemed very comfortable in it when it was 85+ degrees with no air conditioning.
670883
Yes- It it thin-ish plastic, so it won't hold up as long as it would inside, but it can take some rain and sun. I bet that you'd get a summer or two out of it outdoors. My nephews bring theirs inside from time-to-time and it's held up very well.
1118308
Not at the beach, but we've had it out in 100 degree, 45 mph winds for several days. Even slightly rained on, introduced to moisture. This bad boy holds up to A LOT. We love it. Very impressed.
1700601
I haven't used it that way yet, though I fully intend to! We're taking it to the beach next month. My only concern - it gets warm in there as it is, it may get really stuffy under direct sunlight...
244702
It generates a bit of heat yes, but I've never had it overheat. Max ambient temp I used it in was I think 32C.
1986428
I use this indoors so I don't have any experience with it outdoors! I would think the elements outside might break it down over time! It's pretty enclosed on the inside so I would think this would get hot on the inside with only airflow through it's one entrance/exit doorway. But with a little alterations like cutting out a window on each side & in the back that would the give u the airflow your looking for. If you know someone that is good with power tools to make the window cutout it would be an easy fix.
593106
I asked myself this same question after i bought it. For me it's fine. I'm confident it is safe for my family. It does get hot. Not so hot you can't touch it very briefly, but you don't want to keep your hand on it. It's very stable. But if you aren't going to be in the presence of you child and you know they won't listen to you and not touch the heater, this isn't for you. That said, this heater heats a room really fast and keeps it warm. I've been very happy with it.
1446130
I bought this umbrella for occasional use. I'm thinking it wouldn't hold up to long-term incandescent bulb heat. It is lightweight. Hope that helps.
399395
yes it does get quite hot....i usually have to grab a potholder to hold onto it so it won't burn my hand
1030724
Yes it gets extremely hot. You can put under a patio as long as you have at least 18 inches, but that also depends what your patio is covered with.