Weeds grow in every garden and their growth regularly drives many gardeners to the brink of despair. Thorough removal is not that easy, especially when it appears between paving and patio joints. Before you tackle the greens with a grout scraper, you can also flame them off with a weed burner. In our guide you can read which devices are available and what needs to be considered when using them.
A weed burner is practical and ecological
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CFH weed burner GV 900, 52084
39.40 EUR To the product| combustion tube | 120 centimeters |
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| burner nozzle | 60 millimeters |
| flame temperature | up to 1800 °C |
| Weight | 1.8 kilograms |
| Furnishing | Pressure regulator, angled burner pipe |
The CFH flame burner GV 900 is one of the most popular Amazon products in its segment, as evidenced by the more than 1000 mostly positive customer reviews. The advantages of this weed burner are its very high flame temperature: The device reaches up to 1800 °C and can therefore also be used for other work than burning weeds. But be careful: If you are not careful, such an extremely high temperature can quickly lead to burns and leaves soot on slabs and paving stones. However, the intensity can be continuously adjusted. A pressure reducer is also part of the equipment. Customers complain about the missing piezo ignition and occasional leaks in the connections.
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GLORIA Thermoflamm BIO Professional PLUS - gas flame burner | Powerful & durable | for large areas | Compressed gas cylinder connection | Weed burner for the weed-free garden and walkway
31.99 EUR To the product| combustion tube | 90 centimeters |
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| burner nozzle | 60 millimeters |
| flame temperature | 1000ºC |
| Weight | 2.5 kilograms |
| Furnishing | Piezo ignition, angled burner pipe |
Also very popular with Amazon customers in this segment is the device from the manufacturer Gloria, known as Thermoflamm, which has been a leader in the field of crop protection sprayers for years. The gas burner is connected to a pressurized gas cylinder and can be used to control annoying weeds over a large area. The flame reaches temperatures of up to 1000 °C, and the burner nozzle with the generous diameter of 60 millimeters is chrome-plated. The weed burner can be guided by the practical handle, the approx. 90 centimeter long, bent rod makes it easier to treat hard-to-reach areas. The piezo ignition, which makes an additional lighter superfluous, also proves to be particularly practical.
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ROTHENBERGER Industrial heating burner RoMaxi Eco incl. 5m propane gas hose & pressure regulator, weed killer, bitumen sheets, foil welding - 1500000930
EUR 54.90 To the product| combustion tube | approx. 96 centimeters |
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| burner nozzle | 60 millimeters |
| flame temperature | 1060ºC |
| Weight | approx. 1.9 kilograms |
| Furnishing | pressure reducer |
The heating burner from the manufacturer Rothenberger Industrial builds up a high operating pressure and also develops a flame of more than 1000 °C. Thanks to the supplied pressure reducer, the device is immediately ready for use, and according to numerous customer reviews it fits well in the hand and offers a long hose line. With a weight of less than two kilograms, it is also light, so that even longer periods of use are not a problem. This model also has a chrome-plated burner nozzle, which should increase its service life. In general, customers in their Amazon reviews are very satisfied with the use and lifespan of this weed burner.
Purchase Criteria
kind
gas burner: Gas-powered weed burners are considered to be very powerful and are therefore particularly suitable for large areas. You can reach very high temperatures with these devices, depending on the manufacturer and model up to 1800 °C. Therefore, such gas burners are also suitable for welding work. However, gas cartridges or bottles are required for gas burners, which have to be bought regularly.
electric drive: Electric weed burners, on the other hand, are less powerful, but safer and also suitable for use near house walls and hedges. These usually have two or three temperature levels that can be set optionally. When buying, make sure that you have a power of at least 2000 watts and a minimum temperature of 650 °C.
Infrared lambing devices: So-called infrared weed burners are not yet very widespread and are also rarely available. These devices do not work with open fire, instead ceramic plates are heated. These in turn transfer the heat to the weeds and kill them.
height and weight
Weed burners are commercially available in various sizes, whereby the optimum length of the burner tube should depend on the height of the user. This is the only way to ensure that you can work without having to bend down, which is easy on your back. Ideally, the weed burner is therefore between 100 and 120 centimeters long. Also pay attention to the weight, which should not exceed 2.5 kilograms - after all, you may have to be able to carry and move the device over a longer period of time.
Combustion nozzle and combustion tube
Another important point is the diameter of the burner nozzle. Large burner nozzles, about six centimeters in diameter, are good for large areas, but you should choose a model with a smaller nozzle for use near hedges and other flammable objects. The use of a kinked flame tube is recommended for scorching hard-to-reach places.
equipment and accessories
Gas cylinders and cartridges are essential for gas powered weed burners and need to be replaced regularly. If possible, choose a device with a piezo lighter so that you can do without a separate gas lighter. In addition, these gas burners are safer and less prone to accidents during lighting. A pressure reducer also ensures greater safety with gas burners, as it reduces the operating pressure of the device. The hose should also be of the highest quality, neither leaking nor showing any other defects and allow a larger radius of action.
youtubefrequently asked Questions
What is a weed burner?
A weed burner, also known as a weed burner or weed burner, is a handy tool for easy weed removal. The device generates a lot of heat, which has a damaging effect on the weeds and eventually kills them. You can then sweep it away or vacuum it up with a leaf vacuum.
How does the weed burner work?
Depending on the model, the weed burner is operated either electrically or with gas, whereby a flame is always generated. This means that these devices work with open fire, which destroys the weeds with its great heat. A special form are infrared weed burners, which do not work with open flames and are therefore safer. Only ceramic plates are heated here, which in turn act on the weeds.
What do you have to consider when flaming weeds?
Because gas and electric burners work with open flames, you must be careful with combustible materials such as B. Keep wood, paper and cardboard, mulch (239.00€) and the like out of reach. This is why weed burners are not suitable for use in useful and ornamental beds unless you want to torch your garden. You should also keep the device away from the walls of houses and buildings, as these have often been unintentionally set on fire by flame-flame devices - the insulation is often easily flammable.
Which manufacturers offer good weed burners?
The most important manufacturers and brands of weed burners include Gloria, Rothenberger, Silverline, CFH, Kinzo and Deuba. Most offer gas-powered devices, electric-powered torches are offered less frequently. In fact, the expensive infrared devices are rarely commercially available, but offer the most security and produce good results.
Can weed burners also be rented?
Weed burners can actually be hired, but for the average garden this is not worthwhile. On the one hand, the rental devices are expensive professional devices that are required for cleaning very large areas. On the other hand, weed burners need to be used regularly as they do not attack the weed roots and therefore keep them coming back.
What else can you use a weed burner for?
Incidentally, a weed burner can also be used for other purposes, such as a lighter for the charcoal or gas grill, to defrost the winter ice on the garden pond, to weld pond or weed liners or to process bitumen sheeting.
equipment
gas lighter
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C.K C6000A Gas - Piezo Lighter - Electrical Assorted Colours
10.99 EUR To the productIf you use a gas-powered weed burner, you need a gas lighter for some devices. So-called piezo lighters, which generate a spark at the touch of a button, are particularly practical - neither a battery nor a flint are required for this. With this spark you ignite the gas. Piezo lighters can also be used for other gas-powered devices, such as propane or camping stoves.
grout brush
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GLORIA WeedBrush | Electric floor scraper | Weed brush | Cleaning between patio tiles | Incl. steel wire joint brush
57.99 EUR To the productHowever, weeds between paving joints can also be easily removed in other ways, for example with the help of an electric joint brush. The electric joint brush also efficiently and quickly removes weeds, moss and other dirt from tricky spots. With such a device, you can work comfortably and back-friendly in an upright position. Various types of brushes ensure thorough and surface-friendly cleaning.