I dunno, I'm thinking the expanded Hopper thingy would be a better choice. What's a clean out of ashes compared to the alternatives?madesouz wrote:This is the Space heater I plan on using ----> http://www.walmart.com/ip/Lasko-Electric-Ceramic- ... 8/17038556Ed.A wrote: Those things scare me, not mention the cost factor. Just make sure you Insurance is up to date.
I plan on setting it to the low setting, so that it uses 750 w instead of the 1500 w, but not sure if this heat will be sufficient.
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i like the electric oil filled radiators. Lots of surface area so they don't get real hot to the touch and no exposed electric element.
I used to have one of those, but they arent as efficient as the ceramic heaters I use. I used my handy dandy kill-a-watt to device this. Electricity is more expensive in my part of Upstate NY than where you live. Heck, these are times when I regret moving up North.TdiDave wrote:i like the electric oil filled radiators. Lots of surface area so they don't get real hot to the touch and no exposed electric element.
I ended up having someone we know check on the house, and re-fill the coal stove. Thanks for all your help, everyone!