Find the Right Heater
Klarstein has set itself the goal of making your home as cosy as possible, especially during the winter months - with effective and high-quality heating devices. That’s why we have focused on electric fan heaters, convector and infrared heaters, which are used especially when your fixed central heating is insufficient, when a room should be heated as quickly and effectively as possible, or even when a room without any central heating needs to be warmed.
When choosing between the three types of heaters, it is crucial to know which factors are most important for your individual needs. In order to facilitate your selection, here is a small overview of advantages and disadvantages of the respective heaters.
What should I look for when buying?
- Attractive design when being used in visible areas
- Sufficiently long service life according to the application requirements
- Eco mode for environmentally-conscious heating
- Mobility from wheels makes it easy to change location
- Existing protection against moisture when using in damp rooms
- Low development of noise and odour
Convector Heaters
Convector heaters are used to heat the room air and are available in different versions. Here it is important to decide whether you want the heater to be installed permanently on the wall or whether you would prefer a mobile unit.
- Attractive design
- Fast and effective heat availability
- Relatively light and mobile
- Timer allows effective use
- Inexpensive to purchase
- Also suitable for larger rooms
Advantages:
- Drafts can be distracting
- Disturbing noises during air circulation
- Convective heat is perceived as less pleasant than radiant heat
- Comparatively high power consumption
Disadvantages:
Electric Fan Heaters
The simplest form of direct heating systems are electric fan heaters. They are extremely mobile and can easily be used exactly where they are needed. They are especially suitable for small spaces.
- Warms room air very quickly
- Cost effective to purchase
- Flexible to use
- Easy installation
- Timer allows effective use
- No fresh air supply necessary
- Often very compact dimensions
Advantages:
- Especially suitable for small to very small spaces
- High noise due to the blower
- Stored heat can lead to overheating of the device (device must stand free)
- Unpleasant draft of air through the fan
- Whirls up dust
Disadvantages:
Infrared Heaters
Infrared heaters use radiant heat to heat objects and bodies. This type of warmth is particularly pleasing to the human organism. Infrared heaters can also easily heat even very large rooms, depending on their size and performance.
- Extremely attractive design
- Radiant heat is considered health-promoting
- Pleasant indoor climate as there are no drafts
- Good for allergy sufferers, since no air is whirled up
- Prevents mould growth by storing heat from walls, ceilings and floors
- Long lifetime
Advantages:
- Exclusive heating only of areas that are directly illuminated
- Less mobile than other heaters
- Advice on permanently installed heaters necessary
- Relatively long warm-up time
- Demanding in optimal use
Disadvantages:
Conclusion
Klarstein heaters are ideal for mobile use - take them exactly where you need them, whether in the bathroom, guest room or living room. Some devices can also be permanently installed without any complications.
Our personal favorites are infrared heaters, as they are not only extremely well-tolerated, but also very good for people with allergies. Ultimately, however, the best heater for you depends on your individual heating needs.