Home heaters: see how to choose the perfect model

Is it really cold out there? How about staying inside with your home heaters?

Winter is getting closer and closer! And with it, the low temperatures are almost here. 

It is not yet known, but if these temperatures are similar to the temperatures that much of the country faced in the second half of May, this season has everything to be one of the coldest in recent years.

Additionally, depending on where you live, temperatures can be even lower.

And everyone knows that this type of situation can easily end up putting our health at risk.

Even though it is possible to put on blouses, pants, coats, sweatshirts, gloves and hats to try to minimize the cold, we know that it is a bit bad to have to keep that amount of pieces while we are at home.

Thinking about all this cold weather, your comfort and the negative effects that low temperatures can cause, we created this special material!

Throughout this text, we will talk about the famous home heaters. Here, you will learn about some models, understand better how they work and, thus, it will be easier to choose which of these home heaters best suits your needs.

What are home heaters?

Widely used in these countries – since winters there tend to be quite harsh – home heaters are starting to become increasingly popular among Brazilians.

Although it is not as popular here as in other parts of the world – since cold temperatures tend to last a short time – in certain parts of the country the cold ends up being more frequent, making the use of the resource greater.

So, let's talk a little more about this device and, in this way, help those who want to get rid of the famous cold and make the rooms in their home warmer and more comfortable.

The name of the device is pretty self-explanatory. This type of equipment helps to heat the rooms in a house, keeping the room where it is installed warm and cozy.

Even though there are several models on the market, most of them work through a resistance. And this is what helps to maintain higher temperatures in colder environments.

This type of resource is also widely used by parents who want to air-condition their children's rooms, keeping them warm and at a temperature that does not compromise their health.

This is because most younger children move around a lot during the night, so they end up uncovering themselves and not getting tangled up again. 

And this can put their health at risk.

In addition to children, the elderly can also benefit greatly from these home heaters, as older people tend to feel colder and also have a more compromised immune/respiratory system, increasing their risk of getting sick.

How to choose the ideal heater model for your home?

When choosing a heater for your home, it is important to consider your routine and the climate.

After all, if cold days are not so constant, you might prefer a more affordable device – since buying a heater can require a reasonable investment.

Now, if it is constantly cold where you live, it might be better to invest in a slightly more expensive product that will, consequently, better meet your needs.

In the next topic, we have gathered 3 options that are among the main ones when it comes to home heaters. After reading about them, it will be easier to decide.

What are the main types of heaters for the home?

As we mentioned in the previous topic, home heaters are not really the best-selling products in Brazil. However, there are still several types of heaters for sale in the national market.

Below, we have listed some of the main types of heaters for the home.

Incandescent heater

Let's start our list with a more common model. We're talking about the incandescent heater.

Well known for its appearance – this is the home heater where the resistance of the device is visible, but protected by a metal grid. 

Despite being a lightweight product, easy to carry from one place to another and cheap, this type of heater also has some negative points.

Contrary to its affordable price, this type of heater is one of the ones that consumes the most electricity. And depending on how often it is on, this can end up affecting your energy bill at the end of the month.

Another point is in relation to the heating itself. Although it heats up very quickly, in this type of device, the heat ends up being concentrated around it. In other words, it does not spread throughout the room.

This heater is also not recommended for environments with children or pets, as it can end up drying out the air.

Oil heater

Another heater that also usually works using a resistor is the oil heater. In this model, the device heats the oil that is present inside it. 

When heated, this oil circulates and also heats the metal tubes of the device, which generates heating of the environment itself.

Compared to the previous model, this one is much more efficient, as the heat emitted by it is not concentrated just around the device, but spreads and heats the entire environment.

In this model, it is also not necessary to perform oil changes and, in some specific models, the device has a special thermostat to regulate the temperature automatically.

But this type of heater doesn't only have positive points. Because it offers more advantages, this oil heater usually costs more than the previous model. 

Furthermore, it also requires greater care when handling, as it has some parts that, because they become heated and exposed, can cause accidents.

Hot-cold air conditioning

Our third and final heater on the list is the hot-cold air conditioner.

It could even be said that this type is ideal for Brazilians, as it offers heating and cooling options. 

For those who live in places where the temperature tends to vary between high and low, this device can be a great option.

And, in addition to offering great value for money, it is also safer than the two previous options, as it does not pose a risk of burns or dry out the air in the environment.

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