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How long do the radiators take to heat up?

Approximately 10 minutes.
 
Can the radiators be run on Economy 7?

Yes the radiators can be run on Economy 7 however this tariff is designed for storage heaters and is not appropriate for Easy-Heat radiators, as our radiators do not require a storage period. Easy-Heat radiators can be run on the low cost Economy 10 tariff that is provided by Scottish and Southern Energy. This off-peak electricity is available from 12am-5am, 1pm – 4pm and 8pm – 10pm.
 
Are the radiators more economical than storage heaters?

Easy-Heat radiators are more efficient and economical than storage heaters. The radiators are direct acting and heat is produced quickly and efficiently. The radiators are totally controllable via the timer and thermostat. Storage heaters however offer background heat dissipation from the early morning charge yet the heat is often needed to be supplemented by direct electrical heaters on peak time electricity, increasing the cost*. (verification can be obtained on the National Energy Foundation website www.nef.org.uk/energyadvice).
 
What are the running costs of the radiators?

The continuous running cost of a 1Kw radiator on a standard rate is approximately 12.6p an hour.
 
Can the radiators be used in Europe?

Yes the radiators can be used in European Union countries. However the voltage supply to the socket must be 230volts and the radiator plug must be changed to match foreign sockets.

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Additional Information

 

Electric Heaters

 

Electric heaters are electrical appliances that change electrical energy into heat. Electric heaters consist of an electrical resistor. There are various types of electric heaters, and nearly all of them use the same physical principle to produce heat. However, they differ from each other in the way they deliver heat to the environment. Radiative electric heaters generally produce the most intense form of heat through a heating element within. Convection heaters heat the air through a heating element within by means of conduction. Fan electric heaters are a form of convection electric heaters, which include electric fans to speed up airflow.

 

 

Electric Heating

 

The effect of electric heating is mainly related to the production of electricity. The environmental impact of electric heating is actually dependant on the kind of electricity it consumes. Electric heating has a greater effect on the environment than heat pumps that provide the same amount of heat. Heat pumps are capable of providing larger amounts of heat, but the heat produced by electric heating is better. However, direct electric heating is generally not considered ecologically pleasant because most electricity uses fossil fuels, with up to two-thirds of energy in the fuel being lost at the power stations and in transmission losses.

 

 

Electric Radiators

 

Electric radiators consist of an electric resistance unit that is fixed in a reflector. Heat is generated when an electric current passes through this unit. A substantial portion of this heat is transferred from electric radiators by radiation. Initially, electric radiators were also known as ‘wet` system electric radiators. Electric radiators can be simply plugged into the usual wall sockets. For electric radiators to work efficiently, you can spur wire electric radiators into existing storage heating sockets, and then take the wire back to a unique control box. Professional electric radiator providers should obtain electric radiators for you so that you can have complete guidance about how to use them.

 

 

electric wall heater

 

With the cost of energy bills rising all the time it is becoming increasingly important to all house holds to ensure you are heating your home in the most efficient way possible. When looking at revitalizing your heating it is vital that you get the very best value for your money. To make sure this is the case, then why not get in touch with one of the very best electric wall heater suppliers in the country today. This company can advise you on exactly the right electric wall heater for your needs. This form of radiator is very easy and quick to install, ensuring minimal disruption to your home and lower costs for the installation. The radiator mounts onto unobtrusive wall fixings and is simply plugged into an electrical socket. What could be easier? With virtually no moving this type of electric wall heater radiators are reliable, maintenance free and unlike other systems, do not require annual safety checks.

 

 

electrical heaters

 

It is becoming increasingly popular of modern home builders and renovators to install electrical heaters with in homes instead of the more traditional gas central heating systems. There are many benefits to installing electric radiators - this form of radiator is very easy and quick to install, ensuring minimal disruption to your home and lower costs for the installation. The radiator mounts onto unobtrusive wall fixings and is simply plugged into an electrical socket. These electrical heaters have other benefits over the old style system - a traditional fossil fuel system, can have as much as 30% of the heat produced vented to atmosphere through the flue. As electrical radiator units are independent all power consumed is converted into heat, with you seeing the benefit in your pocket instead of up in smoke. The electrical heaters can also have the individual room temperatures adjusted to suit occupancy ensuring a relaxing living environment. They are also considerably safer, as they do not produce carbon monoxide or any other harmful gases, there is no risk of explosion or danger from poisonous fumes.

 

 

Wall mounted electrical heaters

 

With all house holds trying to tighten their belts, it is becoming more and more important to ensure that you can make savings wherever you can. One area in which significant savings can be made is in your heating bills. Installing wall mounted electrical heaters in your home. These radiators are very easy and quick to install, ensuring minimal disruption to your home and lower costs for the installation. The radiator mounts onto unobtrusive wall fixings and is simply plugged into an electrical socket. What could be easier? These wall mounted electrical heaters have other benefits over the old style system - a traditional fossil fuel system, can have as much as 30% of the heat produced vented to atmosphere through the flue. As electrical radiator units are independent all power consumed is converted into heat, with you seeing the benefit in your pocket instead of up in smoke. With virtually no moving these types of wall mounted electrical heaters are reliable, maintenance free and unlike other systems, do not require annual safety checks. This is an obvious saving when considering the total running cost of an electric system.