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Why is Electric Heating 100% Efficient?

Electric heating is growing in popularity and for good reason too. It’s sophisticated, intuitive and above all else, 100% efficient. It may sound like a bold claim but it’s absolutely true. In comparison to other alternatives electric is one of the most effective heating systems on the market which is why it makes the perfect choice for heating your home. But what exactly makes it so efficient? It’s time to find out…

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Top 10 Energy-Saving Tips for the Home

Saving energy is becoming a national obsession and where better to cut back than right in our own homes? There are lots of effective, low-effort ways to reduce your electricity use and some won’t cost you a pound extra. All it takes is a few changes in habit and you can watch those pennies go flying back into your purse, wallet, bank account or discreet under-mattress hiding spot. Our top 10 ways to save energy at home will get you on the fast track to eco-living, and once you see the benefits, there will be no going back!

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Reviews of the Best Vertical Electric Radiators

Has your heating seen better days? Is it just sat there, dragging down the look of your room, the odd one out in your tastefully styled interior? Your heating system doesn’t have to be the enemy of your décor, especially when there are radiators out there that can be a striking room feature all by themselves. Make your style come together with a vertical electric radiator, the heater that has it all – efficient warmth, effortless control and maximum visual impact. We’re reviewing some of our most popular vertical electric radiators to help you find the perfect finishing touch…

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Why Electric Radiators are Ideal for Home Office Heating

Working from home is becoming increasingly popular, with many companies choosing to adopt this model on a permanent basis. A key component of working from home is your office space and chances are you’ve spent plenty of time trying to make this area the perfect place to really concentrate on your work. Maybe you’ve transformed your garage, shed or loft into a new workstation and are looking for the best heating appliance to keep this space warm. Or perhaps you have revamped a nook in the corner of the living room or kitchen and want that extra level of cosiness you can only get from effective heating. No matter where your home office is located, it’s important to make sure you’ve created a comfortable space to work in. One of the best ways to do this is with electric radiators and here’s why…

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What are the best wall mounted electric radiators?

Forget your freestanding fan heaters and your portable bar fires – wall mounted electric radiators are where it’s at, and if you’re looking for comfortable all-day heat, they’re definitely the products to choose. But, with so many brands and models on offer, how do you avoid that brain-frying trap of researching the right product? Is every wall mounted electric radiator the same or are those the famous last words of the electric heating newbie? Here at Electric Radiators Direct, we like to keep things simple, so we’re giving you the rundown on why to choose a wall mounted radiator and which models offer the quickest and easiest fitting…

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Black Friday Sales Event with Electric Radiators Direct

Black Friday is back with a bang this year at Electric Radiators Direct! We have a range of discounts for you this November with up to 20% off some of our bestselling products. With deals on our bestselling electric radiators and panel heaters, you won’t want to miss out, so read on to find out more about what we have on offer.

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Electric Radiators Direct Supports DIY SOS Big Build in Scunthorpe

For the second year in a row, Electric Radiators Direct have teamed up with DIY SOS to contribute to another well deserving cause. This time Nick Knowles and his team wanted to transform the home of a family who have been struck by tragedy, to help make their lives a little easier. As always, the DIY SOS crew called for support from hundreds of different tradespeople and volunteers and we were more than happy to lend a hand. You can see the end result of this build on Thursday 19th November on BBC1 at 8pm but for now, we thought we’d share some of the details of this heart-warming project.

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Pairing renewable energy with electric heating

Low carbon heating has never been so vital to the environment but there is a way you can make a difference sooner rather than later. If you have access to self-generated energy, you can massively cut down the carbon footprint of your household by pairing it with electric heating. And, as an added bonus, you can even run it for free for a large part of the year. If you’ve been mulling over the idea of investing in your own renewable energy, we’re here to tell you why electric heating makes such a great fit...

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Best Electric Radiators 2020

2020 has been a strange old year and one in which we’ve all become intimately familiar with the interiors of our homes. It turns out that when you’re stuck staring at the same four walls for most of the day, it’s harder to ignore things like the scuffs on the skirting board, the cracks in the paintwork, and the chill in the conservatory. But it doesn’t have to be this way. If your heating is one of those things that’s long overdue for a refresh, you’re going to need our best electric radiators of 2020 to keep you cosy and warm through to the new year and beyond.

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Top Eco-Friendly Heating Solutions

If you’re worried about the carbon footprint of your heating and taking a suspicious, sidelong glance at your gas boiler, you’re not alone. There are plenty of households in the UK proactively looking to upgrade their heating to something more eco-friendly. But just where do you begin with such a big undertaking? We’ve rounded up the most carbon conscious heating solutions in the UK, all of which have a greatly reduced impact on the environment compared to traditional methods. So, let’s dive right in and take a look at the best options...

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