What is a Baseboard Heater?
When the arctic chill of winter sets in, it’s important to have adequate heat flowing throughout a dwelling. As an alternative or supplement to other heating sources, a baseboard heater can be installed along the baseboard of any individual room. A baseboard heater works by heating the air near the floor. This heated air then rises and circulates through the room, pushing the cold air back down to the floor. In turn, the baseboard heater then heats that air which continues the process of rising to the ceiling, then drifting back to the floor to be reheated yet again. This is called convection. Electric baseboard heaters are quiet, effective, and inexpensive. The most efficient spot to place this type of heater is below a window so that it can heat the frigid air that sneaks in. Upkeep is easy as well. They should be kept clean and free of dust and lint, but are otherwise low maintenance. Many come with circuit breakers to prevent overheating and there are no sparks or embers flying out
