Do you ever hate that moment when you step out of a comforting warm bath or shower only to be greeted with a chilly bathroom environment down from the soles of your feet to the breeze on your
cheeks? When you finally decided that enough is enough and install a heater, there are some things
you need to know before you make that impulsive step. One wrong step will take you a plunge of inconvenience and waste of money.
Leafing through various wall heaters in the market, the price might throw you off guard and installing a cheaper generic model for any kind of wall could be a tempting alternative. This is where you should be informed that bathroom heaters are priced that way for a reason. Bathroom wall heaters are designed for wet and steamy environments. It outlasts the generic model that corrodes quickly on such conditions. Plumbing company services australia
Here are some popular options you can opt for:
- Radiant Heater – suitable for small bathrooms.
- Exhaust-Heater Fan – unless you already have an exhaust fan installed, this is a good option. It also reduces any steam accumulated in the air.
- Forced-air Heater – like a radiant heater but has a fan that spreads heat throughout the room.
- Portable Heater - this is the cheapest and easiest of all. Make certain that the model you’ll have complies with Australian Standards for bathroom heaters. Look also for a label of ALCI or Appliance Leakage Current Interrupter, to prevent electrocution. Never put this on the floor but on a safe shelf free from the possibility of being knocked over.
- Infrared Heater – mounted on either the ceiling or the wall, infrared heaters imitate the sunlight. It helps elevate the symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) during the wintry months.
For all installations, make sure to hire a professional tradesmen, especially on any electrical work needed. DIY electrical installations are illegal in Australia. It’s dangerous most especially in wet areas.
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