“While the advertising claims made for these infrared heaters are mostly true, they make the system sound like a revolutionary advancement in home heating,” he said. “You can get similar benefits from a good-quality space heater for much less than $300 to $400. If they have the same wattage, a $40 heater pays back a lot quicker than a $400 heater. In addition, they are both putting out the same amount of heat,” said a University of Missouri Extension natural resource engineering specialist.
Released January 14, 2010
MARSHFIELD, Mo. –Buyers trying to reduce winter heating costs should closely examine claims by manufacturers of infrared space heaters, said a University of Missouri Extension natural resource engineering specialist.
“Portable box-style infrared heaters are being promoted heavily in stores and in advertisements,” said Bob Schultheis. Some manufacturer claims may be misleading.
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