Often, homeowners spend tens of thousands of dollars to route central heating into every nook and cranny of their homes, despite the availability of far-less expensive heating solutions. If you find yourself getting cold, but don't want to gut your home, or can't afford a major furnace installation, you may want to try a space heater instead.Space heaters have come a long way since the days when tipping one over meant exposing your household to the threat of fire. Many of the latest space heaters are oil-filled in permanently-sealed compartments, providing safe, radiating heat at a low surface temperature. These models typically use less electricity than older versions and retain their heat naturally (you don't need to replenish the store with a constant influx of energy).
The other major type of space heater is the ceramic radiator, favored by many companies for its solid state design and lack of fluids. Ceramic components are considered valuable because no matter how high you set them, their core temperature remains below the ignition temperature of most flammable items. And like oil, ceramics retain their heat for hours at a time, providing an even effect at low wattage.
With the ever-increasing costs of oil and natural gas, portable space heaters are a feasible way to save money on heating bills. Space heaters may be moved from room to room with you. Designs include fan heaters and radiator-style heaters. Fan-style space heaters usually have options for fan usage only (without heat), so they can do double duty during warm summer months. Look for units with built-in timers so you can wake up to a warm bedroom, or enter a warm kitchen after a long day at the office.
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