I'm looking for the most effective electric heating solution for my 750 sq. foot condo in Idaho, where the winters get really harsh. Right now, I'm considering either electric baseboard heaters, fan-forced wall heaters, or wall-mounted electric panel heaters.
In the past, we had baseboard heaters that worked okay, but the heating was not very even. I had ordered some Cadet baseboard heaters to replace them, but they arrived damaged, so I'm returning them. Now I want to explore other options.
I have a few 240 V circuits ready for installation. I'm particularly interested in these panel heaters and these fan-forced wall heaters, but I'm open to suggestions on brands or other types that might work better. My living room is about 225 sq. ft. and has space for two heater installations, and the hallway/kitchen area is around 150 sq. ft. with room for one heater. The bathroom has a ceiling heater, and I'll use a space heater or a plug-in heater for the bedroom due to installation constraints behind the headboard.
Also, I want to eventually connect smart thermostats to whatever I choose, so compatibility is a plus. I noticed that the Envimax heater has a built-in thermostat. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
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All electric resistance heaters essentially use the same amount of power to create heat, so efficiency might vary a bit, but it mainly comes down to your preference. If you're looking for even heating, fan-forced heaters can be a good choice, as they distribute air better and tend to heat rooms more evenly. Just keep in mind that they can be a bit noisier. Also, a heat pump would be a great option in general since they can provide both heating and cooling more efficiently, but it seems you're limited to electric options only here.
Yeah, I agree with HeatWaveGuru99! For the best even heating, I’d recommend going with the fan-forced heaters since they can circulate air around the room well. Plus, make sure whatever you choose has good reviews for build quality and reliability. And regarding smart thermostats, double-check the compatibility for any model you consider; it's good to have that integration down the line!