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Gas heaters: an alternative to ensure a warm winter
Gas, in its different forms, is the most commonly used fuel for heating our homes when the cold weather arrives. Most homes opt for systems which are made up of a boiler and radiators, but there are other options for making the most of gas without having to have a full domestic installation. Gas heaters may be the alternative that you were looking for.
The gas sector is increasingly promoting these individual heating devices, characterised by their high output and efficiency. There are heaters which are powered by natural gas, which require a prior installation; although the most commonly used heaters are those which use catalytic gas, in other words, propane, or liquefied gas, such as butane. For greater convenience, you can buy fixed and portable models, the latter are perhaps the most useful.
Safe installations
In recent years, development in the sector has focussed upon the safety of the models. Many currently incorporate safety systems, which involve an automatic cut-off system in the event that the pilot light goes out, or the gas runs out. Likewise, they usually incorporate safety valves to protect against excess gas flow.
Whichever model you choose, the experts recommend that appliances are placed in roomy, well-ventilated places. Given their high calorific capacity, they are useful in the lounge or in large bedrooms, whilst in smaller rooms, such as some bedrooms or bathrooms, it is preferable to adopt other solutions.
Catalytic, infrared or convection
When talking about gas heaters, the image that usually comes to mind is that of a catalytic heater, which radiates heat through a metal panel. Their biggest advantage is that they consume very little oxygen and that the system reduces the risk of burns, although their calorific power is lower than that of another of the most popular options: the infrared heater. These are usually powered by liquefied gas and have a high-performance infrared burner which gives maximum power, durability and low fuel consumption.
Currently, the sector is promoting the new convection heaters. Unlike traditional models, which heat by irradiation, this formula generates heat through a system known as blue flame (or blue heat), which is based on duel heat output: front and top. That way, the heater heats the air directly, generating a draught which provides a healthier, safer and more balanced heat.
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