Tips to use least amount of coal

madesouz wrote:

Ed.A wrote:

madesouz wrote:So far, the electric space heaters seem like the most decent option.

Those things scare me, not mention the cost factor. Just make sure you Insurance is up to date.

This is the Space heater I plan on using ----> http://www.walmart.com/ip/Lasko-Electric-Ceramic-1500W-Tower-Heater-with-Digital-Display-w-Remote-Control-5538/17038556

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.

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?

i like the electric oil filled radiators. Lots of surface area so they dont get real hot to the touch and no exposed electric element.

TdiDave wrote:i like the electric oil filled radiators. Lots of surface area so they dont 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.

I ended up having someone we know check on the house, and re-fill the coal stove. Thanks for all your help, everyone!