How Do Infrared Heaters Work in Draughty Spaces? Let's Find Out!
Ever wondered why infrared heaters such as the Wilms Val-6 or Airrex AH-300i still keep you warm, even in breezy areas? Let's break it down in simple terms.
Understanding Infrared Heating:
Infrared heaters do things a bit differently. Instead of warming the air like regular heaters, they send out heat directly to objects and surfaces in the form of infrared heat waves. So, even if there's a draught, these heaters still work. Here's 3-reasons why:
1. Unaffected by wind or air:
Regular heaters struggle in draughts because they heat the air, and that warmth easily escapes, rises or is blown away. Infrared heaters send out heat in straight lines, right to people and objects. While they do heat the air (to varying degrees), the heat they radiate cannot be moved or significantly cooled by cold, moving/windy air. This means the warmth doesn't get lost to draughts, keeping you warm even in an open door workshop. (We have an Airrex 300i and Wilms Val-6 in our workshop. The engineers, place these near to the location where they are working.)
2. Less Heat Loss:
Draughts can quickly steal heat from convection/air heaters. Infrared heaters are smart—they don't aim to heat the air. Instead, they warm surfaces and objects (including you, not that you're an object...), the heat energy is held for longer in the environment rather than floating away. While this heat energy can be lost to the air eventually, it does so far less quickly, keeping a space warmer for longer.
3. Warms Up Quickly:
Infrared heaters don't waste time. They warm up fast, which is perfect for spaces where keeping a steady temperature is tricky. Furthermore, the heat energy is emited quickly and directly. Where an air heater relies on significantly altering the air temperature around you, an infrared heater radiates heat energy into you immediately.
Conclusion:
Infrared heaters beat the draft challenge by sending heat straight to where you need it. No more discomfort from draughts—say hello to cosy warmth with infrared heaters! Browse our selection of innovative infrared heaters designed to keep you warm, even in breezy spaces. Visit our infrared heater page now to find your infrared heater. Or, give us a call at (01652) 659759, or contact us to discuss your heating needs and elevate your comfort with Idro Power's range of draught-defying heaters.