Heating for Less with Paraffin Heaters - The Alternative

During the last century the increase in the use of paraffin heaters has risen.  The main reasons for this is that as well as being cheap to run they are light enough that they can be moved from one room to another very easily.

For anyone who is having problems heating certain parts of their home having a paraffin heater can prove the ideal solution as well as being very cost effective.  The technological improvements made to these units have resulted in them being far safer to use but there are certain things that need to be taken into consideration before they are purchased.  In this article we look at the kinds of things to be considered before you buy one.

1.  You need to select the paraffin heater you buy with care to ensure that it meets with all relevant standards of safety.  So going for a new model is crucial as it comes with such features as a cut off switch to stop it working should in sufficient amounts of air being able to circulate in it.

2.  When you buy yours use a reputable dealer as they will ensure that the proper processes to make it have been used.  Plus they will then ensure that the relevant European and British use and safety standards for this type of heating equipment have been met.

3.  If you are thinking about buying a used paraffin heater then ensure that the relevant safety standard checks have been completed first.  Ask the dealer who you are purchasing from for a written guarantee and also a copy of the safety check and repairs report as well as a copy of the manual to use it.

4.  You must ensure that you fill the appliance with the correct kind of fuel after you have purchased and should this prove to be a problem then don't think of purchasing this type of heater.  The type of oil that must be used in any paraffin heaters in the UK today must meet the BS2869 CI standards.

5.  Another thing to remember before you purchase a paraffin heater for your home is that they need plenty of fresh air circulating around them.  However, they should be put directly in front of a draught source such as an open door or window.  Also you need to go for those units that are easy to look after.  Look for those where the wick can be removed easily and allow you to access the inside easily to remove dust or debris which may build up inside preventing the flow of air around it.

When it comes to paraffin heaters we hope the information we provided above will prove useful in helping you to determine which model is best for you.  As you look at the various makes and models along with looking at the cost of purchasing them take into account how much it will cost to maintain it.  So when working what you can reasonably afford to spend on this type of heater factor in a price for it to be serviced on a regular basis.