There are many brands and models of electric baseboard heaters on today's market offering a reliable source of heat for any room in your home or office. Radiant heat rises and forces cool air down to the floor wherein the heater draws it in and returns it to the room creating a warm, comfortable atmosphere. As with all electric heaters, care must be taken when placing furniture or other objects nearby. Heed all manufacturer guidelines for the use and safe operation of electric heaters whether hard-wired to your home electrical grid or plug-in units.
Most popular brands carry several different sizes with varying wattages. Of course, the higher the wattage, the higher the heat output, the higher the cost to operate. Continual use of an electric heater will naturally raise your power bill, but when your central heating unit does not sufficiently warm the room you are in, a baseboard heater is the cleanest and safest for use inside the home. Kerosene heaters may seem like a good idea, but the fumes can be overwhelming, irritate your eyes and sinuses, and are an extreme fire hazard if accidentally knocked over. They are also extremely dangerous to use in homes with children and pets.
Q-Mark produces a broad range of electric baseboard heaters starting at a low .95 for a 400-watt model with a BTU output of 1,365 and up to 5.95 for a 1,250-watt unit. These are hard-wired and come with everything in the box needed for installation. For those who are not electrical experts, installing these heaters is best left to professionals. The Q-Mark utilizes a chimney fin element, which directs airflow away from walls so they do not become heat-damaged or discolored.
Fahrenheat makes energy efficient portable heaters that deliver strong convection flow for even heat distribution. They are priced from .95 to 9.95 and have a several safety features such as an automatic shut off if any object blocks the airflow. They have a dual watt operation, pilot indicator light, and wattage indicator light for convenience. Air King electric heaters provide quick, efficient heating in a portable unit that is easily moved from room to room--wherever you go. It is very user-friendly and has high safety ratings for peace of mind.
Honeywell heaters are probably one of the most well known brand names in the business and have been rated #1 by a leading consumer product magazine. The newer models have a low profile, are whisper quiet, have a SafeGuard Alert Badge to alert you when the grill is hot, and have a tip-over protection device. An LCD screen displays the settings and an auto temperature control can be set to shut-off after 1 to 10 hours. There are many more brands with a wide range of models from which to choose. Comparison shopping is always a plus for finding the best deal on the electric baseboard heaters that are ideal for your needs.
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