Heating up your home
Blankets and duvets may not be sufficient to keep warm, cosy and comfortable during the colder months so it’s a good time to pull out the heaters and dust them off. With the wide variety of heaters on the market today, consider replacing your old one or purchasing an additional heater in preparation for winter. As heaters are the biggest contributors to household fires, we also offer some of the safety precautions that should be followed.
Gas heaters are effective and fast. With a mixture of gas and air a flame is produced to warm the atmosphere and heat an area faster than an electric heater. Gas heaters continue working during load shedding. Be aware of the many safety rules and the manufacturers recommendations before using gas heaters.
Infrared heaters are like the sun’s rays and will heat up a person or object that they are directed at. They are not ideal for large spaces or areas where there is a lot of movement. They emit light so may not be suitable for bedrooms at night. See safety tips offered elsewhere on this page.
Electric fan heaters are usually compact and portable making them a good heater to use in the home. The fan circulates the heated air and can warm up a room quickly. They do however make a noise when in use.
Oil heaters can heat up small rooms and are a safer option especially if there are children and pets around. Oil is stored inside the panels and when they heat up, the panels are not as hot to the touch than other electric or gas heaters. Oil heaters temperatures can be regulated and are usually manufactured with wheels, making them mobile to move around the home.
