The winters are nearly here, and things are likely to get chillier, very quickly. The winters may have arrived a bit earlier than usual, and there is a likelihood that things will be chillier than usual. Room heaters and radiators are an easy way to get cozy through the winter and if you haven’t already bought one, now might be a good time. Reliance Digital has some great deals running for this year-end and you find some great value-for-money offerings here at RelianceDigital.in and at your nearest Reliance Digital store.
Oil filled room heaters are by far the most popular and most effective room heaters. They are safe, compact and easy to use. A simple power on and a temperature setting is all you need to get going. These heaters use high grade oil in the reservoir so that the heated contents stay hot for longer, and the heater does not consume a lot of energy, keeping the room warm. The wattage of such room heaters is a lot higher than the smaller, affordable models. Some of these models go as high as 2900W, and as low as 1000W. These room heaters tend to be a little bulky, but they also come with castor wheels that let you roll the heater from one room to another if you need it. If you are looking for a heater that you wish to move from say, the living room to the bedroom, these are things to keep in mind. Some models also come with holders and hooks to safety store the cord on the heater too. Some others are designed to be tip-proof, so they don’t topple over by mistake.
Oil filled models can range from as low as Rs. 7,990 to about Rs. 12,500. The lower priced models tend to have lower heating capabilities, which is alright for most users, but the time taken to heat up the room can be more. Oil-filled room heaters tend to be more power efficient and quieter in operation. They retain heat so the heating elements don’t need to operate all the time or consume much power. They are quite passive and don’t need too much care since there are no exposed heating elements. Some models may also be lacking fans that typically add some noise to your living environment.
Models like the Morphy Richards OFR 09 are oil filled heater radiators, but with a 2000W rating. Models like the Usha OFR 32111F and Havells OFR 13 are rated for around 2500W. Some brands may also advertise the use of several fins on the model, which help with quicker dissipation of heat from the heater to the air in the room. Some of the other features of the more expensive models may include IP23 protection. Overheating of the heater might be a fair concern, but practically all the heaters come with protection that help the device cut off power in case of overheating, or sudden dip or surge in power.
If you’re looking for something a little cheaper, there are also air heaters that don’t use oil filled radiators. They use halogen heaters instead, and fans to heat up you’re the air. Some of them tend to be a little less effective and are ideal if you want it next to your couch or bed. They don’t take up much space either. Although, some models may show the halogen heating elements exposed so they may light up the area. This may or may not be desirable. Models like the Usha 3503H halogen heater cost less than Rs. 4,000. There are multiple heating settings to choose from, with the highest being 1200W in some models. This means the ability to heat large rooms may not exist, but they are still effective for smaller areas. The heater may also come with a handle making it easy to carry from one room to another, if need be.
When you’re looking for a heater, it’s also worth looking at the warranty offered on the models. Some models come with a 2-year warranty which ensures complete peace of mind. Some models are also sprayed with powder coating to prevent corrosion over time. This means you don’t need to worry much about maintenance.
If you’re looking to stay warm through the winter, now is a good time to buy a room heater. It’s simple. Just head over to your nearest Reliance Digital store, and we can help you pick one for your home and requirements. Now, you can even have one delivered to your home in no time if you order online one on RelianceDigital.in.
