Keep your spirits high and your carbon footprint small as the mercury falls. The new range of portable heating solutions available today will make a smaller dent in your wallet and the planet.
As the seasons change and higher energy costs loom this winter, it’s a good time to invest in new, more efficient heating options while replacing old appliances that may cost more to use in the long run.
When Does Portable Heating Come In Handy?
Portable heating appliances are the obvious way to save on your heating bills. They eliminate the hassle of heating large areas of your home and give you added flexibility and comfort in areas untouched by central heating.
For example…
- When you’ve got a new home office, conservatory extension or attic conversion and don’t want the hassle of installing radiators or a fireplace.
- When the kids are in school, and you’re just taking up a small corner of the house working all-day
- When you’re doing odd jobs in the garage, basement or attic and need some temporary heat.
- When everyone else is asleep, the central heating is off, and you just need a tiny corner of your home office or living room to stay cosy while you stay up.
- When an old relative visits the spare room, you must keep them extra warm.
How To Pick The Best Portable Heating Option For Your Home
Did you know 70% of an open fire’s heat will escape through your chimney?
Research shows that solid fuel stoves are three times more efficient than an open fire. A closed-door stove saves 80% of that energy, making it an energy-efficient alternative. They also take up less space.
However, there are more alternatives to the standard solid-fuel stove fireplace. There are many alternatives if you have a tighter space to heat and no exhaust vents.
Energy Efficient Electric Stoves and Fireplaces
Beyond efficient energy consumption, using an electric stove saves floor or wall space and helps reduce emissions.
Electric stoves also save time by providing instant heat at a switch that can be adjusted to various heat settings. This is all without compromising the feeling of keeping the hearth in your home as a cosy focal point for the family to gather around.
To top it off, some stylish free-standing options are around to suit your taste for a cosy rustic space.
Consider these competitively priced options:
- The Home Collection Elmswell Contemporary Electric Stove With 3D Flame Effect 2KW
This 2kW electric stove promises an authentic log-burning effect and even has a space for log storage. It has a total warming effect and comes with a Black cast-effect finish. With its two heat settings, adjustable thermostat, and easy-to-use controls, you just plug it in, set the temperature you want, and then sit back, relax, and enjoy the warmth. There’s a realistic flickering fire effect to enhance the ambience. In addition, there is the added safety feature of overheating protection with an automatic switch-off.
- The Home collection CLASSIC ELECTRIC STOVE in cream or black 1800W.
This attractive, free-standing, black Electric Stove adds a wonderfully traditional appearance to your home. It has a log flame effect and an adjustable thermostat, so you can set the temperature just how you like it. What better way to settle down and snuggle in for an evening? This log flame effect stove comes in a cast iron finish and uses LED energy-saver bulbs.
A warm home leads to a warm heart. This free-standing 2kW electric fireplace heater with a Black cast iron effect finish will get you toasty warm in a jiffy. You can easily create the perfect atmosphere for your home and family with an adjustable thermostat in 2 heat settings, brightness controls, and a realistic log flame effect. You’ll also get a built-in safety thermal cut-off device.
Portable Heat & Cool Fans
Thanks to recent developments in air circulation technology, we have seen more Dyson-like products emerge as affordable options for portable heating spaces.
These devices allow you to combine air conditioning, air purification, and the benefits of a standard heater into an all-in-one solution.
Tower Fans
Tower fans, in general, offer a more streamlined, focused appliance that is an aesthetic, non-intrusive addition to a smaller space.
This tall, portable speaker-style fan heater tower sits stylishly in any room. It comes with a remote control so you can put your feet up and choose the perfect temperature at the touch of a button. Choose from cool or warm wind options. It has an adjustable thermostat, and you can relax knowing that it also has impressive safety features, such as built-in overheat protection with automatic switch-off.
With its 80 degrees of rotation, this fully portable, innovative electric fan will turn heads and transform your room into a cosier space. It heats, cools, and even purifies the air as it provides the perfect temperature for your home or office. It also tilts up and down so you can choose the direction of the air flow. It comes with both a remote and timer control so you can sit back and relax or get back to work, whatever the time of year.
Upright Fan or Electric Heaters
If you just need to heat a small part of your personal workspace, couch area, or small box room/playroom snugly, why not keep an even smaller upright fan heater on standby? These can even go with you on a staycation!
Enjoy the flexibility of this slim Eco Panel Heater, which sits easily in any room and has removable legs if you prefer to mount it on a wall. The LED display and remote control will deliver warmth at your fingertips, even from the other side of the room. The touchpad provides precise digital control, in 2 different settings and has a weekly timer function to make the most of your cozy nights in.
When the cold weather creeps in, there’s nothing quite like having a reliable source of warmth. The Upright Fan Heater 2000W is here to provide you with quick and efficient heating, ensuring that you stay comfortable even on the chilliest of days. With two powerful Thermostatic Control
heat settings (1000W and 2000W), you can tailor your heating experience to your specific needs with a Power Cable Length- 1.7M Approx. Whether you need a gentle warmth or a rapid heat boost.
Convection Heaters
Convection heaters are great if you want a discrete portable solution with more power than a small fan heater that is also easy to move about from and store away.
Even in this case, design and technology have significantly advanced to give more streamlined and sustainable options.
This portable, energy-efficient 2-bar Ceramic Heater injects any cosy room with instant, radiant warmth. It is easy to use, portable and responsive, meaning you will have a warm room in no time. It also has two heat settings and a safety tip-over switch for peace of mind.
With its compact design and quiet operation, this 2-bar Quartz Heater is super-portable and lightweight. It can go wherever needed and be folded on a stand for easy storage. Get quick warmth using two heat settings and safety features, including overheat protection and a safety tip-over switch.
Oil Filled Radiators
Oil-Filled Radiators are another convection-based option.
These are usually freestanding, set on casters with a handle for easy portability, as they can be a bit heavier in the larger sizes.
They can come in a variety of Fin Lengths in terms of size from 4- 11 Fin. These radiators have power settings ranging from 600W/ 1200W to 1000W/1500W/2500W with adjustable thermostats and timers built in.
Make sure Indicator Lights are built in too for the sake of safety.
This compact 6-fin heater will keep you warm on cold winter evenings. The manual thermostat gives you complete control over heat settings, allowing you to modify any room or hallway in minutes effortlessly. Keep moving with four wheels, and protect yourself from the cold winter breeze with a frame designed to spread heat all night.
It boasts helpful features such as:
- Manual, adjustable thermostat giving you complete control.
- 4 wheels for moving around without bending.
Long-lasting heat, efficiently spread across wherever you need.
Stay Snug As A Bug With Electric Blankets
This is a very specific solution, especially if you have an older relative who tends to stay in bed. It is perfect for those long winter nights, saving you the expense of switching on the central heating for the entire room when you know everyone is in bed.
Electric blankets also have several heat settings, which are handy at different times of the year. For added luxury and heat retention, opt for a fleece-covered option.
Make sure you pick a style that ensures overheating protection.
There are various sizes, from single to double to king size, and they have dual controls on either side of the bed.
Ready to snuggle up and enjoy a great night’s sleep in a cosy, warm bed? Thanks to this Single Size Electric Blanket. It comes with an easy to use controller and three heat options, helping you to set the perfect temperature to get you off to sleep. The blanket comes with over heat protection for peace of mind
This King-Size Electric Blanket will add incredible warmth to your bed at night. If you have more space, snuggle in and enjoy a great night’s sleep with this. It comes with an easy-to-use controller and three heat options, helping you set the perfect temperature. The blanket also comes with overheat protection for peace of mind.
Keep it Toasty Without Our Shopping List
There you have it! A decent overview of heating options for the various parts of your home and varied enough to fit the size of your space and family.
- Home collection CLASSIC ELECTRIC STOVE
- Home Collection Stirling Black Electric Fireplace Heater 2KW
- Home Collection Ambleside Electric Stove Heater 2KW
- Home Collection Elmswell Contemporary Electric Stove
- Home Collection 2 Bar Ceramic Heater 1.2KW
- Home Collection Quartz Heater 800W
- Home Collection 6 Fin Oil Filled Heater 800W
- Home Collection Tall Fan Heater 2.5KW
- Sahara Heat Cool Pure 2KW
- Upright Fan Heater 2000W
- Home Collection Eco Panel Heater With Display 1KW
- Home Collection Single Size Electric Heating Blanket
- Home Collection King Size Electric Heating Blanket
Stop by our online Portable Heating catalogue to view the available range of heating products available this winter.
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