When it comes to small spaces, whether it's rooms or
homes, you should always reconsider turning on the central heater. Not
only is it a waste of natural resources, but the rate at which they're
consumption is increasing also bears a heavy burden on your wallet.
Space heaters are portable electric heaters that are
easily carried and used anywhere you need it - in your home or office.
These energy-efficient units are often used instead of central heating
units or when a central heater is unavailable. Alternatively, many users
also prefer to lower their heating thermostat and offset the cold by
using a space heater in the area they plan on spending time in. This
small measure also goes a great way toward lowering heating costs.
But with the growing number of people who are downsizing
their homes, creative and clever ways to heat smaller spaces have also
been in demand. This is where space heaters come in. Not only are space
heaters affordable to purchase and affordable to run, but they're quick
and efficient.
There are a number of well-known manufacturers of some
of the best line of space heaters, including
Vornado,
Lasko,
Soleus, and
DeLonghi. These manufacturers have combined form with function to
offer a line of portable space heaters that are as stylish as they are
hot.
Space heaters come in all sizes, shapes, and price
ranges. They're also offered as ceramic, low wattage, oil-filled,
paneled, and reflective heaters. Surprisingly, even fireplace heaters
are space heaters since they 1) heat a space and 2) are portable.
If you live in a studio, small home, work in a cold
office, or just want to offset your monthly heating bill, you should
considering investing in a space heater today. If you do live in a
smaller home, perhaps you may also find our small home heating tips of
use.
Small Living Heating Tips:
Baseboard Heaters - The most efficient means of heating a house is
under-floor heating, as this distributes heat uniformly. Consider
investing in a
baseboard heater.
Electric baseboard heaters offer a clean, safe and reliable heat
source for individual rooms when your central heating system isn't
adequate. A heating element heats the air, and as hot air rises from the
baseboard heater, this forces the colder air to the bottom of the room,
allowing the baseboard heater to draw the cold air that has been pushed
down by the warmed air.
Electric Fireplaces- Just because you have a small space doesn't mean you
can't have the grandiose charm and warmth of larger ones -
especially rooms with elegant fireplaces.
Electric fireplaces
are flat, compact and as capable of creating the same cozy atmosphere as
the real things.
Radiators -Very thin radiators that adapt to the form and color of
a wall enhance the sense of spaciousness.
Wall Heaters - The space occupied by heating equipment in a bathroom
can be exploited by installing radiators in the form of a bench.
Alternatively, wall heaters remove the need to have a radiator at all.
Wall heaters are discreet heaters that are installed one time in the
wall with next to no effort. This is idea for a small space since it
eliminates the need to have a heater sitting around and wasting valuable
square footage.
Tubular Panels - Depending on how tiny your space
is, it might be a good idea to install a tubular panel with a
hanger in a bathroom, not only to keep the area warm but also to
dry
towels.
Heater Safety Tips:
Choose a safe location
Units should be at least three feet away from flammable
objects such as furniture or curtains.
Watch out for tipping
make sure you place the space heater on a flat stable
surface and away from the reach of pets and children.
Keep heaters dry
Do not use them in the bathroom, unless they are specially
made for that area or unless the manufacturer designs them for
this purpose. Just as with any electronic, water should not come
into contact with the unit.
Keep away from children
Never place heaters in an unsupervised child's room.
Replace old models
Heaters that are more than five years old may not include
the latest safety features. It's best to always replace them
after a number of years.
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