Cornwall LivingIssue #126
Hot topic
We get some advice from the experts on how to heat your home in the most efficient way possible.
Energy use is on the tip of everyone’s tongue at the moment and rising fuel prices have become a household topic. In light of this, we got in touch with the experts at Eden Hearth & Home, who have over 21 years of expertise in the fireplace and heating industry. You might think that due to the recent hike in electricity prices, with more forecast later this year, that this form of heating wouldn’t be the best choice. However, here are some myth-busting facts about the use of electric fires versus gas and solid fuel which might just be a pleasant surprise!
Electric fires have always traditionally been thought of as an inefficient way of heating your home, but with the trend for a cleaner way to heat your property, alongside the versatility an electric fire provides, many manufacturers are now placing more importance on the energy efficiency of these products than ever before. The rise in the popularity of electric heating means that the consumer has a much wider variety of products to choose from. Electric fires will convert 100% of the energy used into heat with very little wastage. Almost every penny spent on electricity is converted into heat for your home and, with the introduction of LED lighting and thermostatic controls, electric fireplaces only use the energy needed to keep the room at the temperature you desire. In addition to this efficiency, unlike other types of fires such as wood-burning or gas, electric fires don’t produce a real flame which means they don’t omit any nasty by-products such as smoke or waste gases, making them much better for the environment. Further benefits are that you can have heat at the touch of a button, installation is easy with little disruption, maintenance is minimal and you don’t need to have a flue or a chimney; all of which makes an electric fireplace or heating system a solid energy efficient investment for your home.
Heating is one aspect of your electricity bill which often costs the most but with the right radiators and electric heating system in place you could actually be reducing your bills. At Eden Hearth & Home you will find a fantastic range of electric fires, fireplaces and heating products on display including energy efficient electric radiators that are a great replacement for old and ugly storage heaters. The Electrorad range of radiators come in various sizes and heat outputs, with one to suit every room in the house. They also have the bonus of Wi-Fi or digital controls making each radiator independent in the home. Having the Wi-Fi option gives you greater flexibility and offers much more control over the energy usage and temperature requirements and can be controlled from your smart phone or tablet, wherever you are. Gone are the worries of burst pipes in a cold snap if you’re away and there’s no need to come back to a cold house in the evening; simply turn up the heat using the remote features and your home will be toasty on your return.
From the latest trendy media walls to high efficiency heaters or a showpiece electric stove, Eden Hearth & Home has an amazing range of fires and fireplaces on display for you to see. The team have a wealth of knowledge and can advise on all aspects of your heating needs so, if you are not sure how to keep your home warm and toasty this winter then why not pay a visit to their showroom in Goonhavern? Here you can meet with one of the team who can talk you though your options and you can see the products up close. Eden Hearth & Home is also offering free surveys during September and October; a great reason to get in touch and book an appointment with one of their professionals and to get your home winter-ready.
EDEN HEARTH & HOME
