Electric fireplace and/or radiator?
It’s not always easy to choose a heating system when moving into a new home. The idea is to find the right compromise between heating power, comfort and aesthetics.
Electric fireplace or radiator? 2 heating powers
Generally speaking, an electric fireplace has a heating capacity of between 1,000 and 2,000 W. It is estimated that a 1,000 W heater can heat a 15m2 room to a temperature of 20 degrees. So, depending on the size of your home, an electric fireplace can heat the entire living area at full power.
What‘s more, an electric fireplace can save you money on several fronts. An electric fireplace consumes less energy than an electric soft-heat radiator, and can even be cheaper to buy.
Today, with the development of LED technology, electric fireplaces considerably reduce electricity costs.
For larger heating requirements, an electric radiator can go up to over 10,000 W. Again, this depends on the size of the dwelling and the insulation used. To save energy, it’s sometimes advisable to use several low-wattage heaters, rather than one with a very high output.
Electric fireplace for a stylish home
Because heating your home doesn’t have to mean compromising on interior design, an electric fireplace will add style to your home. There is a wide range of fireplaces to suit all homes and their decor. With an electric fireplace, there’s something for every taste.
Whether modern or country-style, it’s easy to find what you’re looking for and heat your home with a touch of aesthetic appeal. No matter how you choose to decorate your home, an electric fireplace will add warmth to the atmosphere. You can choose not only the design of the fireplace, but also the type of logs or fire that accompanies it, or even pebbles to imitate coal. You create the heating you need for a designer interior.
What’s more, many models use special technology to simulate the presence of a flame. This gives the appearance of a traditional fireplace without the constraints that go with it. This makes them very easy to install, requiring no special maintenance and even less wood storage. With an electric fireplace, you have all the advantages of a classic fireplace, both in terms of style and warmth, but without the drawbacks.
Electric fireplaces and auxiliary heaters
As explained above, an electric fireplace has a heating capacity of between 1,000 and 2,000 W. This is enough power to heat a room of around 30 m2.For larger spaces, however, it’s best to opt for an auxiliary heater for optimum comfort. Today’s radiators are also designed to maintain the design of your home without taking up too much space. Generally rather discreet, you can opt for electric radiators with different shapes and colors to suit your tastes. You can also choose decorative radiators with trendy patterns to match your interior perfectly.
What’s more, the advantage of an inertia radiator is that you can program the heating to match your daily needs as closely as possible. You can control them remotely or adjust the thermostat to maintain a comfortable temperature. Electric radiators feature highly advanced technology, so you’ll always feel right at home. Combining an electric fireplace with a radiator can be ideal in a large home, combining comfort, warmth and aesthetics.
Different types of electric fireplace
In addition to the style of each electric fireplace, you can also choose the type according to the positioning you want for your home:
- Mobile electric fireplaces: you can place them wherever you like in your home. In your living room or bedroom, they can be adapted to any room. In general, this type of fireplace is rather small in size, to make it easier to move around your house or apartment.
- Wall-mounted electric fireplaces: As the name suggests, these are fireplaces you can place on your wall to receive heat. Very thin, these fireplaces are no more than 15 cm thick, so they don’t take up too much space. They’re perfect for adding a touch of decoration and warmth without cluttering up your living space.
- Built-in electric fireplaces: Again to save space, built-in fireplaces can be inserted directly into certain areas of your home. This gives a very natural look, as if it were a real, traditional fireplace.
- Free-standing electric fireplaces: These are perfect for the less DIY-minded. Simply plug the fireplace into an outlet and the heat emanates directly from it.
