Radiant Heating for Café or Brewery: A Welcoming Terrace in All Weather
Attract and retain your customers with optimal thermal comfort outdoors
For a café or brewery, the terrace is a real commercial asset. It is often the first point of contact between your establishment and passersby. With electric radiant heating, you can extend its use all year round, improve customer comfort, and increase footfall without compromising the style or ambiance of your venue.
Why install radiant heating on a café terrace?
Radiant heating works by infrared radiation. It warms bodies and objects directly, even if the ambient air is cold. Unlike gas or forced-air heaters, it does not circulate air, make noise, or generate flames or odors:
- Immediate and directional warmth
- Discrete and aesthetic, compatible with parasols, awnings, and pergolas
- Wall, ceiling, or mast installation
- Compliant with ERP standards and fire safety
- Eligible for certain energy transition support schemes
What type of heating for a café terrace?
- Highly exposed terrace (street edge, square): short-wave infrared heating (IR-A) to compensate for wind
- Semi-sheltered terrace (awning, blinds, glass partition): medium-wave heating (IR-M), softer and diffuse heat
- Small spaces or corner zones: compact models with targeted radiation, wall installation recommended
Recommended surface area and power
Typical use cases:
- 2 to 4 tables (6 to 8 m²): 1,800 to 2,400 W
- 6 to 10 tables (10 to 16 m²): 3,000 to 3,600 W (distributed over several zones)
- Large terrace (>20 m²): modular installation by bays or sectors
Integration and installation
Units can be installed in several configurations:
- Wall or side mounting
- Integration under awning or pergola
- Recommended height: 2 to 2.5 m
- Inclination from 30° to 45° towards the service area
- Required IP rating: minimum IP55 (IP65 recommended if unprotected)
Also to consult
Want to make your terrace more welcoming even in winter? Contact our team for personalized support and a selection of models suited to your establishment, location, and budget.
