Baseboard heaters are a great heat source or heat supplement for any room. They are designed to heat the air close to the floor, thus allowing the warm air to naturally rise and circulate. When installed under a window, electric baseboard heaters counteract heat loss and offset cold drafts. These low-profile heaters are not only energy-efficient, but they are also extremely quiet and often come in different heating types.
This comprehensive Heater Buying Guide will help you navigate through the many options available, from space heaters and electric fireplaces to outdoor heaters and various stove types, so you can...
There are two main types of baseboard heaters: convection and hydronic baseboard heaters. Convection baseboard heaters help circulate the heat around the room. Hydronic baseboard heaters emit soft heat via oil or water that helps maintain the room temperature when turned off.
Baseboard heaters typically require hardwiring with a separate adjustable thermostat, while portable plug-in baseboard heaters require a standard 120-volt outlet and feature built-in adjustable thermostats.