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10 Things You Might Not Know About Electric Baseboard Heaters

by Kathy Joe June 27, 2019
written by Kathy Joe June 27, 2019
10 Things You Might Not Know About Electric Baseboard Heaters

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If you are looking for an electric baseboard heater or asking yourself what are baseboard heaters, then you should also look into the different types of electric heaters. Dig a little deeper into the different aspects by reading buying guides and reviews.

Also, ask yourself, ‘are baseboard heaters more efficient?’ It depends on the room that you want to heat as to whether this is the best option for an additional source of warmth.

And once you have done all that you might be wondering exactly what is baseboard heating. Here we will explain to you to ensure you have the knowledge you need before investing in a baseboard heater system.

10 facts about heating baseboards that you should know. They may be small and discreet home appliances but there is a lot to learn about them.

Things You Didnt Know About Baseboard Heaters

Table of Contents

  • 1. They Are Zonal Heaters
  • 2. Leave Space for Air Flow
  • 3. The Best Spot Is Under Windows
  • 4. Hydronic Heaters Are Safer
  • 5. Higher Temperatures Means Higher Costs
  • 6. Avoid Starting with a Too High Temperature
  • 7. Dirt & Dust Reduces Efficiency
  • 8. Using Draft Stoppers Improves Efficiency
  • 9. Installing a Wall-Mounted Thermostat Is More Precise
  • 10. Place One in Each Room For Better Control

1. They Are Zonal Heaters

Electric baseboard heaters are also known as zonal heaters because they are only able to warm up limited space. This means that they are not capable of spreading warmth throughout the entire house, only its direct vicinity.

This is due to mechanics; there are no fans so the hot air does not circulate beyond its capacity. This is why keeping the doors open in the hope that the heat travels to other rooms or the hallway is pointless.

2. Leave Space for Air Flow

These types of heaters require some empty space around them so that there is better air circulation i.e. better spreading of heat throughout the room. Remember that carpets and curtains also block airflow so make sure that these also start several inches away.

3. The Best Spot Is Under Windows

3. The Best Spot Is Under Windows

The best place to install them is under windows. This is because windows are one of the main areas where a house loses heat, especially in older buildings with less insulation.

Hot air rises, so as the hot air from the heater comes up towards the window, the cold air coming in from the window drops and warms up as it comes closer to the heat source. This reduces the spread of cold air into the rest of the room.

4. Hydronic Heaters Are Safer

This type of heater is safer for households with children and pets because the casing does not become as hot as with a regular convection heater. In fact, certain models are not even hot to the touch.

The Cost of Running Baseboard Heaters

5. Higher Temperatures Means Higher Costs

Setting your thermostat above 20℃ not only increases the room temperature but also your energy bills. Cut down on your monthly expenses by adjusting the temperature according to your activity.

For example, set the thermostat as low as 16℃ for a comfortable night’s sleep and also keep it lower when you are being active like during chores. Then, when you are simply lounging on the sofa, you can turn the electric baseboard heating up again to a comfortable warm temperature.

6. Avoid Starting with a Too High Temperature

Sure, your first instinct, when you come home to a very cold room, is to turn up the thermostat but try to resist this urge. It is a misconception that cranking up the heat makes the room warm up faster.

With a good quality model, there is not much difference in the time that it takes to reach a higher temperature than a lower temperature. The only thing that you actually achieved with this is increasing your electricity bills and overworking the baseboard heating elements.

Removing Dust from Baseboard Heaters

7. Dirt & Dust Reduces Efficiency

Even though there is no fan, dust can still collect. Make sure that you thoroughly clean the heater every few months because a buildup of dust and dirt, on both the inside and outside, prevents the heat from distributing properly.

8. Using Draft Stoppers Improves Efficiency

This is logical since less cold air entering the house also means less air to heat up. So, placing draft stoppers at your windows helps your heating appliances do their job better.

9. Installing a Wall-Mounted Thermostat Is More Precise

Though the models that come with a thermostat already fitted on them are more practical, they are also less precise. Being so close to the heat source increases the chances that the reading is wrong and so does not show the actual room temperature.

For more accuracy and better control and monitoring of the room temperature, get a wall-mounted thermostat. Many of these wall-mounted models are also programmable so that you can set an energy-efficient timer or program.

Installing Baseboard Heaters

10. Place One in Each Room For Better Control

As mentioned, these heating devices can only heat up a limited zone. This means that you will need to install several around the house if you want better heat distribution throughout the different rooms.

The good thing about them is that you can set individual temperatures so that you can keep unused rooms cooler and occupied rooms warmer. This is also a way to get a better grip on your monthly heating costs.

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