The Various Functions and Uses for Baseboard Heaters 
 
Baseboard heaters are a sensible solution for bringing extra comfort and warmth into your house. These small, unobtrusive heaters will not take up a whole lot of space, and in most cases, they are so quiet they can be used in any room in the home, including the bedroom all night long. Simply turn it on before going to bed and sleep pleasantly. Not intended for full home heating, they are perfect for individual rooms that may require an additional bit of warmth. Whenever installed beneath a window, it will in fact heat cool air as it enters the room. Standard baseboard heaters provide anywhere between 500 and 2000 watts of heat, permitting them to heat rooms up to 200 square feet in size. 
 
Baseboard heaters provide heat by way of convection. The heating elements are placed within a metal case, and aluminum fins drive warm air directly into the room. Electric hydronic heaters are created with a metal heating element inside of a copper covering containing liquid that moves the warmth toward the fins and then disperses it all through the room. This liquid will not damage the environment, people or animals. Most heater models have an automatic disconnect feature permitting the device to switch itself off in the event that it gets too hot. 
 
Installation is easy because these heaters aren't wired to the home circuit. They are also safe and the can be placed on the floor and perhaps even on a carpet. It is suggested that the heater be installed as snugly as is possible to the wall so that warm air doesn’t become trapped behind the unit and also so the wall is free of dust streak that are caused by convection. Maintenance is hassle free; all you need to do is wipe down the dust and pick off any small particles that may have fallen in. Beyond that, there isn’t actually much you need to do; because they don’t have moving components, they rarely every malfunction which is why manufacturers are usually willing to offer such long warranties. 
 
Here are a few of the top brands of baseboard heaters on the market. 
1. Qmark HBB Electric Hydronic Baseboard 
 
It is possible to install this electric hydronic heater in any room or living area during new construction or after a home remodel. It is both quiet and efficient and will continue to warm an area even though it is switched off because it works with a silicon filled element. 
 
2. The Stelpro B0501 Electric Baseboard Heater 
 
If you need a baseboard heater that is both economical and stylish, then this is the choice for you. Designed for use in small areas such as bathrooms up to 50 square feet, the safe, rounded corners make this unit excellent for houses with young children. Dispensing a powerful output of 500 watts, this efficient convection system has no moving parts and has a built-in thermostat. The maker offers a life time warranty on the heating element. 
 
3. Honeywell Baseboard Heater 
 
This one receives 4.5 stars out of 5 on Amazon.com and is a pretty good baseboard heater. Created of sturdy design, it comes with an LCD screen where you can see your digital controls while you change them to your preference. You can set it up to turn off on its own so you don’t have to wake up in the night to switch it off. It is designed to be totally quiet so its perfect for bedrooms and nurseries. In the event it tips over, it instantly switches itself off. It comes with a grill to minimize burn hazards. 
 
We have outlined only some of the many excellent baseboard heaters available on the market. Look around and do some research online to locate other options that may work for your needs..