| Electric space heaters are gaining popularity this | | | | heater is safety. It has to be your top |
| winter season for their safety features and | | | | consideration. Here are some quick tips in what to |
| because of the high costs of fuel. The best | | | | look for and how to stay safe. |
| electric space heaters can provide a substantial | | | | 1. And heater should be properly marked with a |
| savings while giving warmth to your home on | | | | safety tag or marking that is clearly visible. A UL |
| those cold winter days. For providing comfortable | | | | sticker means a heater has met safety guidelines |
| warmth when and where you need it, these | | | | set by Underwriters Laboratories. |
| heaters can be a real energy-efficient option as | | | | 2. Never use an older space heater that may not |
| they are 100% efficient. | | | | meet current safety standards. |
| Electric space heaters are ideal for use in heating | | | | 3. Always be sure you set any electric portable |
| rooms of approximately 200 square feet. | | | | space heater on a firm, steady base. |
| Although they are not meant to be used on a | | | | 4. Keep your heater at least three feet away |
| permanent basis, with proper use they provide an | | | | from anything that could cause a fire. |
| excellent means of warmth and comfort. Keep in | | | | 5. Ceramic heat is your best energy efficient |
| mind that most of the older heaters may not | | | | electric space heater in addition to maintaining a |
| have the proper safety features and may not be | | | | cool surface temperature. |
| safe for your home. | | | | 6. Look for a space heater that will give you the |
| Basically, there are three different types of | | | | safety of an automatic shut-off. |
| portable space heaters - electric, gas and | | | | 7. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions |
| kerosene. With the high costs of gas and | | | | and safety precautions. |
| kerosene, electric heaters are your most | | | | You can also find more information on safety in |
| economical option. More and more people are | | | | the US Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| utilizing these for supplemental winter heat. Many | | | | Electric Space Heaters Fact Sheet. While we all |
| of the newest and best electric space heaters | | | | want to stay warm during the cold days of |
| are virtually always cool to the touch. | | | | winter, the most important key is to stay safe |
| The most important aspect in using a space | | | | with electric space heaters. |