Things to Consider When Buying an Electric Heater
Electric heating can provide an alternative to gas central heating systems, and if you have a space that needs warming up, it could be worth considering some form of electric heating. However, with a wealth of different options available, choosing what will work best for you can seem overwhelming. At Cal Flavins, we are experts in all types of home hardware and can give you the advice you need to make the right choice. Here is our guide to buying an electric heater.
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Heater or radiator?
Electric radiators provide a full alternative to a gas central heating system. They can be installed with a lot less fuss than gas, and innovative thermal elements ensure a quick and even spread of heat. Radiators can completely replace gas central heating as your everyday primary source of heat. Electric heaters are smaller and more portable. Rather than a primary heat source, they are designed to give on-demand warmth and augment your existing heating arrangements. Although heaters are cheaper to buy, radiators are much more economical to run.
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Programme options
Both heaters and radiators are available with a range of intelligent programming options. These will be more simplistic on cheaper models, while high-end heaters and radiators can provide users with personalized programs, tailoring your heating solution to your exact needs.
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Freestanding or wall-mounted electric heater?
Both radiators and heaters come with free-standing or wall-mounting options. Free-standing models provide a flexible heating solution that can easily be moved to the places where you find you need the most warmth. Wall mounting is an easy and clutter-free option, and with many slim-line models available, it can be a space-saving solution too.
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Size
One of the main things to consider when purchasing any type of electric heating is the space that you have available, and the space that you need to heat. Of course, larger spaces will require a larger heater or radiator, but make sure you measure carefully so that your new heater or radiator definitely fits!
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Infrared Electric Heaters
A final option to consider when installing electric heating is the relatively new possibility of infrared panel heaters. They are a great alternative to standard convection heaters. Where convection heaters heat the air first, infrared heat the people and objects around it directly.
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