1. Available in several styles, umbrella oil tiki torches add a warm and inviting ambiance to any outdoor gathering.
2. Depending on the oil you use, the wick you burn, and the weather conditions, a copper oil torch can burn as long as 16 hours.
3. Most metal oil outdoor torches feature a long lasting patina finish that provides years of weather-resistant durability. An oil torch with a wooden stake may have to be weather-treated the same way you protect wooden patio furniture.
4. Tall pole oil tiki torches often use stakes or wide bases for stability. Always make sure that your oil torch is anchored properly for safety.
5. An oil wall sconce torch typically uses either a fiberglass or cotton wick. Generally, fiberglass wicks burn longer, while cotton replacements are more affordable.
6. For safety, pathway oil tiki torches should only be used outdoors and kept clear of overhanging eaves and trees, and nearby fences and buildings.
7. Decorative oil outdoor torches that burn citronella oil also double as handy bug repellants.