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Cecil Terwilliger · 11-26-2020, 11:25 AM

We've always used the manual space heaters that are turned on when needed. Never used one with a thermostat before.

One workaround is using a timer like you would for xmas lights. So keep the space heater in the "on" setting and then plug it into a timer, which then plugs into the wall. Then you just program the timer for when you want it to come on during the winter.

I would strongly advise against "fan heaters" and instead would look for a "radiant heater" if you are going that direction. I HATE those fan heaters. They are loud and inefficient.

This seems to explain the differences/options available well:

https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/howto...ce-heater.html

I'd stick to oil, baseboard or infrared IMO. Otherwise, I have no advice on thermostat controlled versions. Seems like that option is mostly based on how much you are willing to spend, not the type you choose.

11-26-2020, 11:25 AM	#6
Cecil Terwilliger That Crazy Guy at the Bus Stop Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Springfield Penitentiary Exp:	We've always used the manual space heaters that are turned on when needed. Never used one with a thermostat before. One workaround is using a timer like you would for xmas lights. So keep the space heater in the "on" setting and then plug it into a timer, which then plugs into the wall. Then you just program the timer for when you want it to come on during the winter. I would strongly advise against "fan heaters" and instead would look for a "radiant heater" if you are going that direction. I HATE those fan heaters. They are loud and inefficient. This seems to explain the differences/options available well: https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/howto...ce-heater.html I'd stick to oil, baseboard or infrared IMO. Otherwise, I have no advice on thermostat controlled versions. Seems like that option is mostly based on how much you are willing to spend, not the type you choose.