How to Select A Quality Bathroom Heater?

If you are a DIYer and you want to know about selecting your bathroom heater the right way, then read on!

We are going to cover some really important tips on keeping your bathroom toasty warm.

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What’s a bathroom heater?

A Bathroom heater is a heater fan that provides heat to the bathroom and keeps the small space warm. It is a great alternative for exhaust fans.

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Reasons for purchasing a bathroom heater

Here are some reasons for having a bathroom heater in your home.

1. Keeps the bathroom super warm.
2. Removes moisture in the space.
3. Keeps fixtures and mirrors dry.
4. Affordable and easy to use.

Tips for selecting a bathroom heater

There are many things involved in selecting a quality bathroom heater. But, in our opinion, these are the things you have to always think through when you decide to purchase a bathroom heater for your home.

• Tip number 1

Look for safety features. Safety is the utmost important thing. Don’t go with a portable bathroom heater. Select the ones that contain credible safety features.

• Tip number 2

Select a portable bathroom heater that comes with ACLI plugs. If you have a limited budget and there is no other option but to go with a portable model, select the ones that have ACLI plugs. According to OSHA, ACLI plugs eradicate unexpected electrical shock to a certain degree. Even with ACLI plugs, caution never goes out of style when you operate your bathroom heater in a wet/damp area.

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• Tip number 3

Go with a wall-mounted heater if you are too concerned. If you want to go the safer root, consider purchasing a wall-mounted heater. It reduces the risk of electrical shock drastically.

• Tip number 4

Placement of your heater is everything. Before you want to purchase a bathroom heater, select where you want to place them. It is Important. This ensures the safety level and airflow for the heater.

• Tip number 5

Measuring your bathroom space is important. Selecting a bathroom heater is the best thing you can do to heat up your space during the winter. Anything that is too big for your bathroom won’t perform well and leave you with a big utility bill. On the other hand, if you have a bigger space and you have a smaller sized heater, you won’t get proper heat. So, measure correctly before buying.

• Tip number 6

Think about your thermostat placement. If you want to install an external thermostat, make sure that it isn’t placed near the heater. This type of heater basically works in bigger, spacious bathrooms.

• Tip number 7

Hardwired heaters. If you are considering to install a hardwired heater, make sure you select the correct voltage. If you are unsure, consult with an electrician.

Benefits of using a bathroom heater

Though the bathroom heaters keep you nice and warm when you step out of your bathroom, there are other seamless benefits attached when you include a bathroom heater in your home.

• Controls the steam accumulation: If you have a bathroom ceiling fan, connecting it with a bathroom heater controls the maximum amount of steam accumulation in the mirrors and other fixtures.
• Moisture control: With a steam control, using a bathroom heater reduces moisture dramatically. It also dries out the bathroom real quick.
• Health improvements: Apart from the obvious bathroom Improvements, a bathroom heater improves your overall health through better cardiovascular circulation. The additional heat is a great thing for achy joints and sore muscles as well.

Conclusion

Ok! We have provided some really important tips on selecting a quality bathroom heater. These tips are most effective when you want to purchase a heater for your home.

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Read more: Bathroom Exhaust Fan Installation: 13 Important Questions You Need To Ask

Written by Maria Kairuz. February 8, 2020

Maria Kairuz is a marketing manager at MKW Surfaces. She has expertise in writing about home improvement especially in interior designing.