<![CDATA[ Latest from Ideal Home in Heaters ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/tag/heaters Sun, 01 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ This dual purpose fan and heater combo has helped me maintain the ideal temperature at home, despite the changeable weather outside ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/russell-hobbs-bladeless-fan-with-cool-and-heat-function-review yibh2xkqfAcuXStDY93Xvk Sun, 01 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:45 +0000 <![CDATA[ I was seriously impressed with this Dreo electric heater — I think it’s the best value for money on the market right now ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/dreo-atom-316-ceramic-fan-heater-review mtWyTxbWGZk3tjJtRqx8hA Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:33:59 +0000 <![CDATA[ The simplicity of this £15 electric heater won’t be for everyone, but if you want something fuss-free for a small room, it’ll get the job done ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/abode-horizontal-and-vertical-fan-heater-review L4gYpHHSZtG5R6MQ63GhCn Fri, 20 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:44 +0000 <![CDATA[ Thanks to this electric fan heater I’ve hit the sweet spot between staying warm and cosy but my electricity bills haven't gone through the roof ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/morphy-richards-heatflux-ultra-thin-2kw-ceramic-tower-fan-heater-review me37iy5nVTggnkUqBrzcE Sun, 15 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:44 +0000 <![CDATA[ I love the look of a log burner, but don’t want the hassle or expense of installing one — this beautiful electric heater is the alternative I’ve been searching for ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/vonhaus-electric-stove-and-log-store-review eLUU4bxUwwaFxPtMZTuhYe Tue, 10 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:44 +0000 <![CDATA[ If you want a smart electric heater that will work in every room of your home, including the bathroom, then I might have just tested the ideal option ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/mill-wifi-max-1500w-heater-review MhpQZMy7fcWQypxcWuxMH4 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:43 +0000 <![CDATA[ I tested one of the most stylish oil-filled radiators you can buy – it’s a game-changer for keeping my home warm and cosy ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/duux-edge-2000w-oil-filled-radiator-review 6pShTrZj832FzMkdSZXsh6 Sun, 26 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:38 +0000 <![CDATA[ I used this electric heater for three weeks instead of turning the heating on – it’s powerful, portable and surprisingly quiet ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/dreo-smart-whole-room-heater-714s-review HJ7aLP4MGDqADK2AriVAg Thu, 23 Oct 2025 14:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is it worth buying a patio heater? Here's why it could help you make the most of your garden (all year round!) ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/is-it-worth-buying-a-patio-heater Kzdn4CQTf8yMwQ7eHnbskg Wed, 12 Mar 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ Gtech's HeatWave patio heater is a brilliant wall-mounted option if you're looking to heat a small space (and fast) ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/gtech-heatwave-patio-heater-review 8v4zcVJYLLF6tfLGacjN9A Sat, 15 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ I tried this £20 desktop heater to keep me warm while I WFH - what I didn’t anticipate was that it’d be powerful enough to heat the whole room ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/russell-hobbs-retro-tripod-electric-heater RtSpVc7csfQx6TVAwQvDoK Thu, 13 Feb 2025 11:00:10 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:39 +0000 <![CDATA[ This smart panel heater costs just pennies to run — it’s so effective I’ve been using it every day in lieu of my radiators ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/aeno-premium-eco-smart-panel-heater-review 3jzf4SRvFKwN7zd8w2BSbF Fri, 31 Jan 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:39 +0000 <![CDATA[ Don't fall for these 8 patio heater mistakes, warn experts — this is how to heat your outdoor space safely (and efficiently!) ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/patio-heater-mistakes CwXMq8MpaogGfBDKChD4Wk Wed, 29 Jan 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:39 +0000 <![CDATA[ Are plinth heaters as good as radiators? Heating experts suggest it may be time to rethink how you heat your home ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/are-plinth-heaters-as-good-as-radiators DxHroqWExzkAigdS4ye3K9 Thu, 23 Jan 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ Electric heater vs electric blanket — heating experts weigh in on the effectiveness (and affordability) of these winter warmers ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/home-energy/electric-heater-vs-electric-blanket RpDQSKtABpTYp28HSVgWB9 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is a wall-mounted or freestanding electric heater better? The differences to consider before wasting money on the wrong one ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/wall-mounted-vs-freestanding-electric-heaters zgC6MSFW45cCjprdu5Df6G Sun, 12 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:39 +0000 <![CDATA[ How many electric heaters do you need to heat a house? It all depends on these 5 things, according to experts ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/how-many-electric-heaters-do-you-need-to-heat-a-house 3SmsgtAtXqpN8RUJosShC4 Fri, 10 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is a ceramic heater or oil-filled radiator better for warming a home? The pros and cons to consider before investing ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/energy-saving/ceramic-heater-vs-oil-heater ygdCWfW7pDqBw9xQd3c6Cm Mon, 30 Dec 2024 08:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ Are infrared heaters cheap to run? For targeted heat they could be better value than an oil-filled radiator, say experts ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/are-infrared-heaters-cheap-to-run k2doMyvvRxLVym9RQZLCqH Wed, 04 Dec 2024 11:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:38 +0000 <![CDATA[ Do oil-filled radiators cause moisture? Here's what every homeowner should know, according to experts ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/do-oil-heaters-cause-moisture PxD3YyG4KiTaJZcLT9mYF5 Mon, 02 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ Are electric heaters cheaper to run than central heating? Here's a few things you should know ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/are-electric-heaters-cheaper-to-run-than-central-heating DE6EHnsWPyPfRkwkHKEYEY Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:00:00 +0000 Mon, 05 Jan 2026 16:21:46 +0000 <![CDATA[ I followed Martin Lewis' advice to 'heat the human, not the home' and tried this £18 plug-in heater to stay warm while WFH ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/dunelm-500w-plug-in-heater 5NHfWiQekUZVhPkBs2s5K7 Fri, 25 Oct 2024 13:00:00 +0000 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 13:27:51 +0000 <![CDATA[ Can I use a patio heater under a pergola or gazebo? Yes, but these are the things experts want you to know first ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/can-i-use-a-patio-heater-under-a-pergola-or-gazebo S2F7JXkGeAdFFPfXECxC37 Thu, 10 Oct 2024 14:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ Can you leave an electric heater on overnight? How to avoid safety hazards and high bills, according to heating experts ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/can-you-leave-an-electric-heater-on-overnight LGzsFHPwzqiXmDDHqmyYMF Fri, 20 Sep 2024 09:40:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:39 +0000 <![CDATA[ 5 places you should never put your electric heater to stay safe and avoid high energy bills, according to heating experts ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/worst-places-to-put-an-electric-heater zuP5rcqFnBXV77VQR77Yjj Tue, 17 Sep 2024 11:01:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:01:38 +0000 <![CDATA[ These 8 mistakes when buying an electric heater are leaving your house cold and running up your energy bills, warn experts ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/electric-heater-buying-mistakes o7LT2aDPuoUkwLPL8LeVtE Mon, 16 Sep 2024 08:00:10 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ Electric heater vs gas heater – experts reveal which is the best option if you want a cosy home this winter ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/electric-heater-vs-gas-heater ymAUJoKEYuqKE8xRSZoDjj Tue, 10 Sep 2024 11:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:38 +0000 <![CDATA[ Have you been using your electric heater all wrong? Experts reveal the 7 most common mistakes running up your energy bills ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/electric-heater-mistakes WDBnR9WuaKk2ERczVdQiYm Mon, 09 Sep 2024 13:05:10 +0000 Thu, 23 Oct 2025 13:10:25 +0000 <![CDATA[ Can you use a patio heater on decking? Yes, as long as you follow these 5 expert-led safety tips ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/can-you-use-a-patio-heater-on-decking 3xJBEyNAqdJevJwT9VXv8n Mon, 13 May 2024 12:02:45 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ This genius patio heater looks just like a floor lamp – and will look seriously stylish in your garden ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/zanussi-floor-lamp-patio-heater gPpnmsNKcJdWHmzaWfCkvA Mon, 06 May 2024 06:00:20 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ The worst places to put a patio heater, according to experts ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/worst-places-to-put-a-patio-heater eCUUYeZJmLNK36GrkY8dbS Sat, 06 Apr 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:38 +0000 <![CDATA[ This best-selling Swan patio heater is on sale for under £50 - it's perfect for al fresco dining ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/swan-al-fresco-portable-electric-stand-patio-heater-easter-deal qSpXd7ffouWjG963PXZijm Wed, 27 Mar 2024 10:12:37 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ Why the Dyson Hot+Cool Formaldehyde air purifier won me over, despite its high price tag ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/dyson-purifier-hot-cool-formaldehyde-hp09-fan-heater-review Fbi7wAi3cYECfsjznYR46V Thu, 14 Mar 2024 17:00:12 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:39 +0000 <![CDATA[ How to use a storage heater - the best way to use the controls to heat your home efficiently ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/how-to-use-a-storage-heater cSZa6niRhGKfX6FbDcGtwT Mon, 29 Jan 2024 14:00:02 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:38 +0000 <![CDATA[ This Argos heater has over 2,000 five-star reviews and is currently on sale for under £20 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/argos-heater-sale-challenge-convector-heater SSn8bKi68fjyKWi48Eu8qK Thu, 25 Jan 2024 18:05:27 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ How to keep a shed warm — 6 thrifty ways to keep the chill off your garden buildings without a heater ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/garden-advice/how-to-keep-a-shed-warm 9JPkhPQ5EU5GXYGMekRc8G Thu, 04 Jan 2024 18:30:23 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ Oil-filled radiator vs fan heater—which one is best for staying warm on a budget this winter? ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/oil-filled-radiator-vs-fan-heater-which-is-best 2sNmDUrrBHdvyYKAtidFFF Thu, 04 Jan 2024 11:00:20 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ Ceramic heater vs fan heater - there’s only one winner if you want to heat your home on a budget this winter ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/heating/ceramic-heater-vs-fan-heater-which-is-best 5b2R3Z6FbFCUP8RabtcK7U Sat, 02 Dec 2023 16:00:08 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:35 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’ve tested the best electric heaters – these 6 buys are my top picks for a quick boost of heat in the room you’re in ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/best-electric-heater UvcwiXQZBoxaGnAurZpprA Fri, 27 Oct 2023 15:49:13 +0000 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:41:06 +0000 <![CDATA[ Boilers vs water heaters – what’s the difference and which one do you need? ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/home-energy/boilers-vs-water-heaters uPWaFep5f4ieZa9tofx9LA Fri, 13 Oct 2023 10:00:00 +0000 Wed, 07 Jan 2026 15:51:21 +0000 <![CDATA[ Are patio heaters expensive to run? We’ve got the facts and figures you need to know ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/are-patio-heaters-expensive-to-run BSzJAR9eHZkWv9AQpskP8Q Sun, 10 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:39 +0000 <![CDATA[ Electric vs gas patio heater – which is the best fuel type for your outdoor heater? ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/electric-vs-gas-patio-heater rzjxPm9URoqRSAEnysrwac Mon, 04 Sep 2023 08:00:11 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ Outsunny 11.2kw Pyramid Gas Patio Heater review – no need for an electrical socket with this versatile gas heater ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/outsunny-112kw-pyramid-gas-patio-heater-review YsDZUaZEzCG8e2HE6VRnJF Mon, 28 Aug 2023 10:00:51 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:39 +0000 <![CDATA[ Devola Core 2kW Freestanding Patio Heater review – tried and tested ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/devola-core-2kw-freestanding-patio-heater-review WhKHSnvaYDG6qxPyXuMJ7f Mon, 14 Aug 2023 16:00:18 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ Blumfeldt Heat Guru 360 Infrared Patio Heater review – tried and tested ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/blumfeldt-heat-guru-360-infrared-patio-heater-review aXz7y36jZ5AsLsfbrE9ReA Mon, 24 Jul 2023 16:30:49 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ Kettler Kalos Copper Lantern Patio Heater review – tried and tested ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/kettler-kalos-copper-lantern-patio-heater-review Yy3GHtiNPASaAUtr3vyuqW Sat, 22 Jul 2023 13:59:40 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ Swan Column Patio Heater review –tried and tested ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/swan-column-patio-heater-review MeojKrmFjxZpPZJtwbxTAM Sat, 22 Jul 2023 09:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ Amazon Prime Day may be over - but this five-star Swan patio heater is still reduced by £60 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/garden/outdoor-living/swan-patio-heater-deal TFK4m9jU3BD53iqSZW4aM Fri, 14 Jul 2023 13:34:55 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:43 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’ve found the cheapest electric heater to run, but this is why low running costs shouldn’t be your main deciding factor when buying a heater ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/house-manual/home-energy/cheapest-electric-heater-to-run PR8DhWiZXc6L6zf2FPgYHU Sat, 17 Dec 2022 07:01:39 +0000 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:45:58 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’ve done the sums and worked out how much it costs to run an electric heater – and how to bring that number down ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/property-advice/how-much-does-it-cost-to-run-an-electric-heater-297635 2CebHMqEaDQ7DwfNsLAwW8 Mon, 05 Sep 2022 15:27:44 +0000 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 11:52:15 +0000