Advantages of oil-filled space heaters

Oil-filled space heaters have a series of joined metal columns that are attached at the base of the unit. These columns (also called fins) are filled with diathermic oil, which serves as the heating element. The oil isn’t used as a fuel, so you’ll never need to refill it.

Here are some advantages of choosing this type of space heater over others.

• They’re energy efficient. Unlike other types of heaters, the entirety of the power used to run an oil-filled space heater is converted into heat.

• They’re comfortable. They don’t dry out the ambient air in a room like other heating systems do. Oil-filled space heaters also make virtually no noise when running.

• They retain heat well. Because it takes a while for the oil to cool, they continue to warm up a room even after they’re turned off.

As with any other heating appliance, safety is of the utmost importance when running an oil-filled space heater. Never use an extension cord to plug it in, don’t leave it unattended and, as the metal body can get very hot, be sure to keep it away from children and pets.