Infrared Heaters – Fast Heating and Energy Efficient  

An infrared heating system is a relatively new concept for the US and the UK markets but a prevalent trend in the European markets. The popularity of infrared heaters results from their high efficiency and health benefits. 

In this post, we will explore what an outdoor infrared heater is and how efficiently and quickly it can heat. 

What Do You Mean by Infrared Heaters?

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Infrared heaters are different from other heaters in the way they emit heat. These appliances use infrared rays to deliver heat to an area without heating the air.

Their functioning is quite the same as the sun. The warmth and heat you feel when you put your skin under the sunlight coming through the window is an example of infrared heating. 

Infrared light is not visible to the eyes, and whatever object that light touches gets absorbed by it.  As the sunlight gives a deeper and more pleasant feeling of warmth, the infrared space heater acts the same way on the body resulting in health benefits like relaxed muscles.

There are several infrared heating units; it is hard to make generalizations. Infrared heating can be powered by electricity, natural gas, or propane.

Depending on which kind of heater you choose, the output and the efficiency will defer. However, infrared heating system offers many more features and benefits compared to other heaters. 

Infrared Heaters Work Spontaneously 

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One of the most important benefits of an outdoor infrared heater is its ability to heat a space instantly. Most other heaters work through convention; they heat a space by first dissipating the heat in the nearby ambiance. When the heated air is circulated through the space of a room, it gets heated.

It is obvious that this approach is time-consuming. On the other hand, infrared heating warms you directly through a beam of infrared, just like the sunlight. You do not have to wait for the room to warm up before you can relax. This is why an outdoor infrared heater is best for dispelling the cold when you want to relax on your outdoor patio on a chilly night. 

Cost-Effective as Well as Environment Friendly 

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Infrared heaters work without producing any toxic or harmful pollutants. There are no open flames or fuel use; an infrared glass heater works without any carbon combustion or producing toxic by-products. Essentially, infrared heaters do not add anything to the air, not even the heat. These appliances keep the environment clean. 

The infrared heating system is also highly cost-effective because it delivers heat directly to the object. No heat is wasted in warming the air, so infrared heating does not need to be heated to a high temperature. As an outdoor infrared heater works instantly, you do not have to preheat a room.

Usually, an infrared heater for a mid-size room uses only 300 watts of electricity. Furthermore, almost 100 percent of the heat produced is transferred to the room. Objects absorb this heat and radiate it back, which keeps the room warmer for longer. 

Silent and Healthy

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Infrared space heater work silently as they do not have to use any moving components like a fan. They work on the principle of radiation, so they are ideal for noise-sensitive environments such as bedrooms. 

An infrared heating system radiates heat continuously in a uniform matter, evenly heating the room. Also, infrared heat is a gentle and comfortable source of warmth for the human body.

It does not have any side effects. In fact, it is “healthier” than other heaters as they do not eliminate humidity or oxygen from the air. Infrared heaters will not dry out your sinuses and skin, and they are also beneficial for people who are sensitive to warm air.

When you install a framed infrared heater, you are essentially producing the same type of heat as the sun, without any dangerous effect of the UV radiation. This is helpful for the elderly as it improves blood circulation in the body and keeps the muscles active.

Minimal Maintenance

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The infrared heating system is extremely low maintenance with no moving parts or heating elements. You do not have to worry about regular maintenance or periodic replacement of motors, air filters, or coolants like with other heaters.

The only maintenance an outdoor infrared heater will need is the periodic cleaning of the reflectors to ensure it is radiating heat efficiently. Another benefit of these heaters is that they can work on almost any energy source, so they can be placed anywhere in the house without installing any additional hardware. 

Conclusion

Infrared heating systems are an excellent choice for homes and offices. These heaters are efficient and cost-effective, and quite stylish too.

You can choose an infrared glass heater with an amazingly sleek glass panel or a framed infrared heater that complements most décor. When you select an outdoor infrared heater, you are saving costs and helping the planet too.