Winter is here, and it is the time when most people start planning to buy a new room heater for their home or room. If you are one of those people who are looking to buy a new room heater, there are certain things that you should know before making the purchase. In this article, we’ve explained everything that you need to know about buying a room heater, including 2 features that are a must.
Decide on a budget: It will set a tone for the purchase
First thing you should do is finalise on the budget – fix an amount – like Rs 2000, Rs 3000 or Rs 10000 or more. But do not make it a fixed amount – be a little flexible with it. For instance, take the budget like under Rs 2000, under Rs 3000 or Rs 10000 and so on.
Room size matters – choose the heater based on that
Like ACs, heaters also have some limitations, and there are options available for every room size. For a small space, you can go with regular halogen heaters, or a bedroom – the fan-based works best and for bigger sizes, the Oil heaters are better. If you are confused about hich is the right heater type for you – read the next point.
Understand different types of room heaters
Room heaters come in various forms, such as halogen, fan, and oil heaters. Each type has distinct advantages and disadvantages, which we will now explore.
| Feature | Halogen Heaters | Fan Heaters | Oil Heaters |
| Best Suited For | Small spaces | Mid-sized spaces | Bigger spaces |
| Heating Method | Exposed rods/coils; transfer heat gradually | Fan and coil-based heaters | Oil-filled; heat up slowly |
| Cost | Available under Rs 2000 | Costs somewhere between Rs 2000 to Rs 5000 | More expensive |
| Safety | Considered less safe than fan heaters | Relatively safer than halogen heaters | Completely safe and child-friendly |
| Key Features | Affordable, lower power consumption | Comes with auto auto-off feature and other safety features | Effective for large rooms, safest option |
Oil heaters are considered the safest option as they do not present the issues associated with Halogen and Fan heaters. These other types of heaters are known to dry out the surrounding air, which can be harmful by reducing oxygen levels and humidity. The resulting dryness can lead to problems like dry eyes and nasal blockage.
2 must-have features for room heaters
Features 1: Adjustable temperature control
A thermostat is essential for a heater to maintain a consistent room temperature without overheating. By automatically shutting off the power once the set temperature is achieved, it also contributes to electricity savings.
Feature 2: Auto cutoff
Now, this is a must-have feature for a room heater. This allows the heater to turn off once the room is warm enough and then turn it back on once the temperature starts dropping again. This ensures that there’s no health hazard or electrical hazard while using them.
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