Types of heating

Radiant heat is emitted from a hot surface (such as the glowing panel of a gas heater or a bar radiator) and primarily heats people and objects within the room, rather than warming the entire room.

Convective heat is transferred from one place to another using moving air. Convection heaters (such as fan heaters and ducted heaters) work by filling a room with warm air.

Some heaters combine the effects of radiant and convection heating. Hydronic radiator panels, wood heaters, storage fan heaters and many gas heaters function in this way.

Combination Some heaters combine both types of energy, they include: wood heaters, storage fan heaters and many gas heaters. The correct choice for your home depends on the size of the space you are heating and the length of time.

A correctly sized heating system will ensure household warmth and energy efficiency. Size your heating system according to the amount of heat needed to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature on a cold winter day.