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Here in the UK, we are always being encouraged to be ‘greener’. Being green is no longer reserved for hippies or new age eco warriors; at long last, it’s cool to be concerned! When it comes to energy usage, could there be a better badge of honour than a shiny new wind turbine mounted onto the roof of our homes, whizzing around generating healthy, renewable energy for all the family to use? Well, depending on the location of your home and the money you’re willing to spend, there may be several better options. Here’s what you need to know if you’re considering wind power for your home...

One thing that often deters people from upgrading their home heating system is the disruption it can sometimes cause. Most homes these days have gas boilers and a centralised system which may be difficult to upgrade, whereas those who live in flats or homes powered by electricity might find it a little easier. Either way, installing electric radiators really isn't as difficult as you might think...

Anyone who's shopped around for electric radiators knows that the market is full of various products to choose from. Some of these products might help cut down your energy bills, others might not be the best fit for your home or lifestyle. Electric radiators are booming, becoming the go-to energy efficient heating option of choice for homes and offices across the country - so how do you make sure you're choosing the right one? What's the difference between the various technologies and builds on offer?

You can read pages and pages of articles dedicated to heated towel rails, however, the ‘technical’ details are often missed out. Last week we brought you an article on IP ratings – a tech spec that you’ll always spot in product description without necessarily understanding it’s function - but very few people actually know what they are. Today we are touching upon a similar subject that probably creates confusion amongst some of our customers: what is the difference between dry thermal heating technology and thermal fluid heating technology.

Towels… One of those simple things in life we just can’t live without. Regardless of the time, place and season, no one likes to wrap themselves in a damp or cold towel. Stepping out of a steamy shower in the morning and feeling the warmth of your fluffy towel around you. Walking around the house proudly in a towel turban after a lengthy hair washing session. Towels are vital to your morning and evening routines and you want them to be warm and ready to be used, but that’s not where their job ends. They are that final touch of colour to your bathroom design scheme. Stylish snow-white towels for a fresh look, classy black towels to add some elegance, cute rainbow towels to show-off your fun side… the possibilities are endless!

Shopping for an alternative to your old central heating system can be tough, especially if you’re new to electric heating systems. At some point, you’ll come across offers such as ‘energy-efficient electric radiators from £199.99’. On the other hand, you’ll see websites advertising electric heaters for as little as £99. They may not be ‘energy efficient heaters’, but you can’t turn a blind eye to the fact, that they are available for almost half of the price of electric radiators. So, what’s the catch?

Are you interested in an electric radiator, but worried it won’t match your vintage living room or Victorian-style kitchen? It’s a perfectly valid reason to be worried. But can you enjoy the benefits of electric heating whilst keeping the harmony in your living spaces? Let’s find out! 

At Electric Radiators Direct, we truly believe that electric heating is the future. Our parents and grandparents might remember the days when electric heating was an expensive alternative to central gas heating, which might’ve been true at the time. Nowadays, electric radiators leave their competition behind when it comes to programmability, instalment and freedom of choice. So, what makes us believe that making a transition to electricity will be your best decision?

Your hallway is ultimately the first and last place you, your family and your guests inhabit when you come and go on your everyday business. It is also unavoidable when you wander around your house, downstairs and upstairs, countless times during the day. And whilst you don’t exactly sit around in your hallway, it is important that you’re able to keep it adequately warm during the colder months, for example now. You don’t want to be hit by a breeze of cold air once you step inside after a long day at work, and you definitely don’t want a poorly heated staircase to affect your living room or kitchen throughout the evening.

Electric radiators are without doubt the best primary heating solution available on the market thanks to their innovative and economical energy saving features. However, some rooms can benefit from an electric heater. Whilst a radiator should serve as your primary source of heating, an electric panel heater does a great job at delivering on-demand heat. It is also a great alternative for rooms you use infrequently, such as guest bedrooms or conservatories.