Gas heaters
Gas heaters are reasonably efficient, cheap and environmentally friendly, and require little maintenance to keep them up and running.
Gas heaters are very energy efficient,...
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...
Types of heater
There are a great many different types of heater, all with different merits and shortcomings, and suitable scenarios in which they are the best...
Solar heating
Solar energy is free, and while solar heaters aren't common, most people do rely on heat from the sun to keep their homes warm.
Solar...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Sauna performance considerations
How well a sauna performs largely comes down to the type of sauna you've chosen, and what it's supposed to do. Infrared saunas, for...