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When looking to buy a halogen heater, features they may want to consider include portability, so it can be moved easily around the home or office, and models with low electric usage with the maximum heat output. Bear in mind that electric prices are set to increase again in April 2023 due to the energy price guarantee changes made by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt. What’s more, this halogen heater features a safety tip-over switch and thermal cutoff mechanism, so you and your family can get cosy by the heat without worrying about accidents.

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Then again, portable halogen heaters are typically “personal heaters”, so it ins’t fair to belabour this point too extensively. It's worth mentioning that you shouldn't stare into the hazy glow of a halogen heater as it can cause eye damage due to the strong light. They also get very hot so make sure little fingers stay well clear. How much does a halogen heater cost to run? However, it’s our due diligence to tell you that there is no mention of a guarantee. And whilst the 4.5-star rating is a trustworthy indicator of quality, there seems to be no way of getting replacement bulbs for this model, either. One other frequently overlooked risk for heaters is water damage. Some of the larger heaters boast water resistance; the halogen heaters on this list do not. As such, please be careful when holding or transporting liquids around your halogen heater–moreover, they don’t make good outdoor heaters in anything other than bone-dry weather. Spilling water on your heater or electrical component can cause short circuits and injury.Even though the MSE team have recommended the use of a halogen heater they have not endorsed a specific brand or model. However, don’t go discounting this heater on wattage alone. The efficiency here is excellent, which should be great news to people looking to cut down on power wastage – whether for environmental or economic reasons. Its light weight, portability, and safety features are all strong benefits, too. Pros Halogen heaters are a type of electric heater but unlike other electric heaters, such as fan heaters and oil-filled radiators, they work using radiant heat rather than convection. This makes them handy in particular situations, compared to other types of electric heater, meaning when it comes to energy saving tips they are well worth a look. How much you pay depends on a few different factors, such as your supplier, where you are in the country, and the tariff you chose. Halogen heaters are considered as safe as most electric heaters, the bulbs themselves do heat up, but they usually have protective grills placed in front of them so the risk of burns is relatively low.

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The takeaway is this: If you want to get instant heat at a specific spot (your dinner table, armchair, sofa, etc), and you don’t care whether the entire room gets warm, halogen heaters are the way to go. This is what makes them so efficient — they don’t waste energy on empty corners of your room. Where should I use my halogen heater?Bedrooms, living rooms, and conservatories are all really popular spots for halogen heaters. So are sheds or garages, provided that the heater is powerful enough ( like the Blumfeldt Rising Sun Mono).

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Crucially, note that halogen heaters can’t heat up an entire room the way other heaters do. Their infrared heat is instant, and warms anything you aim it at; however, it’s not suitable for heating up the surrounding air. So, unless you fancy heating up your wall, turning on a halogen heater before you enter the room is a waste of energy. Are halogen heaters cheap to run? However, uSwitch warns that there should be plenty of space around Halogen heaters, particularly ones which are oscillating. The belaco is yet another 1,200W halogen heater, with 3 customary heat settings: 400 W, 800 W, and 1,200 W. Remember — no technology is foolproof. Accidents can happen, so ensuring you have a fire plan is always a good idea. (For your general health, you should have a fire plan ready regardless of whether you own a heater, but it’s particularly important if you use space heaters.)This halogen heater has a wide-angle heat reflector and safety features such as an automatic cut-out and tip-over switch. If you’re looking for something portable, Igenix has you sorted.