Heaters
- Ceramic tower heater quickly heats up the room and provides you with the much-needed warmth
- Easy-to-use controls allow for efficient adjustment of the heater with two speeds
- Designed to provide all-around warmth, this 360-degree portable electric heater is perfect for small to mid-sized rooms and offers all around room heating
- Easy-to-use dial controls allow for efficient adjustment of the heater with two speeds
- Ceramic tower heater quickly heats up the room and provides you with the much-needed warmth
- Easy-to-use dial controls allow for efficient adjustment of the heating fan with two speeds
- Portable
- High (1500 Watts), Low (750 Watts) or Fan only operation
- Portable ceramic space heater and fan for all-season use
- Power output: choose between 1,500 watts or 750 watts; 5,000 BTUs max
- Portable
- High (1500 Watts), Low (750 Watts) or Fan only operation
- PORTABLE CERAMIC HEATER – Providing fast and heating for small spaces, this lightweight heater weighs 3 lbs. + has a carry handle, so it can easily be moved
- HEATER + FAN COMBO – This small heater and fan is ultra compact but powerful. At only 7.5 x 6.3 x 9.5 in., it fits on your dorm or office desk, bedroom table, basement, garage worktable, RV shelf - just about anywhere you need extra heat
- Dimensions: 11"H x 10.62"W x 9.62"D, 10"H x 2.5"W x 14"D (Bracket)
- BTU: 13652
- Dimensions: 24" - 72"H x 53"W x 28"D
- Coverage area: 150 sq.ft
- This heater with flat-panel emmiter is designed to provide electric infrared heat where permanently installed heaters are not practical or economical
- Single- or three-phase electric wiring
- Dimensions: 59"H x 5 3/8"W x 6 1/2"D
- BTU: 10239
- Dimensions: 5 1/4"H x 48"W x 7 1/2"D
- Coverage area: 150 sq.ft
- This heater with flat-panel emmiter is designed to provide electric infrared heat where permanently installed heaters are not practical or economical
- Single- or three-phase electric wiring
- This portable fan-forced salamander heater provides temporary climate control for interior jobsite heating, as well as assisting drywall and building contractors in drying applications
- Three-phase electric heater generates 800 cfm, making it a great alternative to propane and kerosene space heaters
- This heater with flat-panel emmiter is designed to provide electric infrared heat where permanently installed heaters are not practical or economical
- Single- or three-phase electric wiring
- Portable
- High Heat (1500 Watts), Low Heat (900 Watts) or 2 Fan Speed operation
- Dimensions: 48"H x 5 3/8"W x 6 1/2"D
- BTU: 6826
- Portable electric fan-forced heater quickly heats up the room and provides you with the much-needed warmth
- Easy-to-use dial controls allow for efficient adjustment of the heater with two speeds
- Dimensions: 11"H x 10.62"W x 9.62"D, 10"H x 2.5"W x 14"D (Bracket)
- BTU: 15086
- Portable
- High (1500 Watts), Low (1000 Watts) or E-Save operation
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When your home or office is chilly, it’s only natural that you’ll want to bundle up with a scarf or sweater and crank up the heat. But, sometimes, these solutions aren’t an option, and you have to get creative in order to stay warm. One solution that you may seek out to warm up small areas is a room heater. Room heaters, also known as space heaters, are powerful machines that can turn any cold room into a warm and toasty oasis. Learn more about space heaters below.
What Is A Space Heater?
Room heaters are compact and portable heaters that quickly heat up small indoor or outdoor areas using either electricity or gas. Space heaters are an efficient way to warm up a room without having to turn up the thermostat for the entire home or office, which can use a ton of energy. In fact, in some spaces you can use a space heater as your main source of heat, which can help you save significantly on your energy bill.
Space heaters come in many types and varieties. The two main types are radiant heaters and convection heaters. Radiant heaters are ideal for warming objects and people that are directly in front of them rather than actually warming the entire room. Convection heaters, on the other hand, warm rooms by heating the air inside of it.
Space heaters are commonly bought alongside office fans, humidifiers, air purifiers and other appliances to keep your space comfortable. They’re ideal for any small space, just remember to keep them away from flammable materials, children and pets. Also, keep in mind that you need to properly position your room heater to avoid moisture or heat damage.
What Brands of Space Heaters Are Available?
The top room heater brands that Staples carries include Hanover, TPI, Lasko, Optimus, Enerco and many others. These brands manufacture a range of space heaters including indoor and outdoor heaters, electric to kerosene powered heaters and ceramic to infrared type heaters.
What Are Major Considerations When Buying A Room Heater?
With many options, it's hard to narrow it down. Consider these features to make your decision:
- Heater capacity - For larger spaces, a heater with a larger capacity may be more efficient.
- Room size - Consider choosing a smaller room heater for a small office to save on energy.
- Noise - If you’re buying a space heater for the bedroom, consider choosing one that is quiet so it won’t disturb your sleep.
- Energy-efficiency - Choosing the right heater for your space will save on unnecessary energy charges.
- Heat-up time - Keep in mind that some heaters may take longer to heat up, but this heat tends to linger longer in the room.
Space Heater Safety Features
Space heaters come with a variety of safety features that make it easy to operate them without having to worry about any unwelcome incidents. Some heaters come with cool-to-touch materials, while others have an internal switch that turns the heater off automatically if it’s knocked over accidentally. Some come with overheat protection that monitors the temperature and turns the device off when it reaches unsafe temperatures.