Electric fan heaters
Convection fan heaters provide instant heat and are very portable. They are also fairly inefficient, and are best suited for short-term use in small...
Heat shifters
Heat shifters work to pump warm air collecting in one part of the house to another area of the house, which in turn helps...
Where to position heaters
Different heaters emit heat in different ways, and heat always rises. Knowing where to put your heater can vastly improve your heating setup and...
Wood heaters and fireplaces
Wood heaters give out a fantastic, cosy, radiant heat, but they require a steady supply of fuel and the occasional clean to keep them...
Heat pump or reverse cycle air conditioner
Reverse cycle airconditioners are effectively heat pump heaters. They are a cheap and efficient heating option, and provide both heating and cooling.
Reverse cycle air...
How to choose a heater
Different heaters suit different purposes - and vary widely in terms of cost, efficiency and effectiveness. Make sure you choose the right types for...
Fuel types for heaters
Not all heating fuels are created equal. Find out what the practical differences are between the various fuels you can use to heat your...
Solid fuel heating (wood, coal etc.)
Solid fuel heaters run on coal, wood and other combustible fuels. Where you live can have a big effect on the cost of solid...
Gas heating (natural gas and LPG)
Natural gas is a relatively cheap fuel for heating, and is a popular option where gas reticulation is available.
Gas can be used to power...
Electric heating
Electricity is used for all kinds of heaters, but is particularly popular for space heaters because of how quickly they produce heat.
These days, electricity...