Baseboard heaters are heaters that are wired into your home. They require an electrician and a dedicated circuit. They are said to be a lower cost than most heaters to install and are generally rated 5 stars! Look at the brand name Cadet.
It is not recommended to paint electric baseboard heaters as the heat emitted could cause the paint to give off harmful fumes. Additionally, painting the heaters could affect their efficiency and longevity.
form_title= Baseboard Heaters form_header= Stay warm in the winter with baseboard heaters! What area do you need heated?* = _ Will the heaters need to operate all day or only within a window of time?* = {All Day, Less Than All Day, Not Sure} Do you currently have any other climate control systems in place?* = () Yes () No () Not Sure
Electric baseboard heaters are not supposed to cause soot. However; dust settles on the elements. When the electricity is turned on, the dust will burn off. There will be a trace of soot from that dust.
Not really. Baseboard heaters are rated in watts. W = Amps x Volts has not changed since electricity came into being. What has changed are some of the designs of the baseboard heaters. Some heat oil in the baseboard heaters, which dissipate the heat out at a more even heat. On the market now are new types of thrermostats that pulse the baseboard heaters for a more regulated heat rather just turning them on when the thermostat calls for heat and turns them off when the thermostat is satisfied.
Electric baseboard heaters are classified as electric resistance heaters that are mounted on walls near the floor. They work by heating the air in the room through convection, where cool air is drawn in, warmed up by the heating element, and then circulated back into the room. These heaters are typically controlled by a thermostat to regulate the temperature.
Answer No, if the current to the baseboard heaters is off they can't run or heat.
My new house as electric baseboard heaters. Are they safe for pets and babies?
It is not recommended to paint electric baseboard heaters as the heat emitted could cause the paint to give off harmful fumes. Additionally, painting the heaters could affect their efficiency and longevity.
Line-voltage thermostats are typically used with electric baseboard heaters.
I am renewing my heater system because it is old. Where can I get more information on electric baseboard heaters?
wiring diagram electric baseboard heather
Most plumbing suppliers
Dimplex North America.
sometimes
Most baseboard heaters use hi voltage thermostats.
form_title= Baseboard Heaters form_header= Stay warm in the winter with baseboard heaters! What area do you need heated?* = _ Will the heaters need to operate all day or only within a window of time?* = {All Day, Less Than All Day, Not Sure} Do you currently have any other climate control systems in place?* = () Yes () No () Not Sure
Consumerreports.com is a research website that put reviews and ratings on a different variety of consumer products. I would recommend checking this out for information on baseboard heaters.