Breathing dirty air has been named as one of the leading factors behind premature deaths worldwide, claiming around 6. It looks fantastic and everyone thinks it’s great… but friends and family alike fight to sit the closest - a little too far away and it’s just not warm enough! Operation is praised for being quiet, while the design is subtle and easily blends in with the majority of stove styles, both contemporary and classic. Its core boast is that it heats up in a minute, thanks to special mica panels Duronic has developed. With the additional power of convection, you are no longer relying just on the radiated heat – you’ll benefit from a warmer living area, fewer hot spots and potentially lower fuel bills.

Give your Soup Maker a workout with one of our cosy winter soup recipes – just scan the code to discover our amazing collection. Helps reduce heat loss by up to 65% • Traps air and slows the heat passing through • An easy DIY project • Insulates lofts, garages, basements, conservatories and more • Keeps your home warmer in winter and cooler in summer Insulation could save you money! You will need Peel the potatoes, cut them into chunks and boil in some salted water until tender – drain and mash along with the butter.

As Vicky Dunn, energy manager at Smart Energy Greater Lincolnshire, explains: “The cheapest heating is the one you don’t use. It’s no replacement for an actual oven but makes a good focal point for a conservatory or, as Everhot say: “annexes, holiday cottages, narrow boats, shepherds huts and glamping pods” — which gives you an idea of the target market. If you lack floor space, this wall-mounted electric fireplace has a sleek look and space-saving functionality. For interest no matter the time of day, try contrasting tones of equal intensity on walls and ceilings, or where one room flows into another.

Electric heaters are a common cause of house fires, which is why it’s important to find a product that has built-in safety features. They’re light and portable and cost around 50p per hour to run (based on a 1500W heater on maximum setting).The Spruce uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Most of the unit stayed cool when the heat was on, although the grill was warm (but not as hot as other options we've tested). Positioning Challenges: The fan needs to be correctly positioned on the stove for optimal performance.

Most electric fireplace heaters with 1,000-watt heaters can warm rooms up to about 400 square feet (about the size of a two-car garage). Despite its small size, the Ecofan Original Mini boasts quiet operation and has a maximum operating temperature of 345°C. Electric heaters may be essential if you live in one of the four million or so households in the UK that don’t use mains gas heating and are a good solution if you’re just looking to heat one room, or only need to heat in short, sharp bursts.Keep it set to 500W and use the thermostat wisely and it should be cheap to run (slightly cheaper than an equivalent oil-filled radiator).