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When the weather gets colder, you’ll be happy to enjoy heat in any form. However, when it comes to heating your home with a furnace, fireplace, or gas stove, it pays to consider the various options. For example, would your home better benefit from radiant or convection heating? Learn more about these options to make an informed decision.

Radiant Heat

fireplaceRadiant heat is produced by the sun, as well as a traditional wood fireplace. Essentially, heat energy radiates from a source and travels through the air, warming the objects around it. A free-standing stove burning either wood or gas will transfer radiant heat from all sides, especially off the top. Install your new stove or fireplace where you spend the most time, so that area is the most comfortable, and other nearby spaces will also benefit from natural convection.

Convection Heat

This form of heat results from a heating element and airflow. The air is first blown over the heat source, then directed into a room or through a series of ducts and vents. The perfect example of a convection heater is a wood- or gas-burning stove with a fan or a fireplace insert. By turning the fan switch from “auto” to “on,” you can send the heat from any stove or fireplace through your home’s ducts and into its various rooms. This option is excellent for averaging the temperature throughout the entire house for extended periods, while also filtering the air.

 

If you’re looking for a reliable heat source, consult the experts at Cricket On The Hearth of Rochester, NY. They offer top-tier brands, including Kozy Heat and Jotul, so you can find the traditional fireplace, wood stove, or gas fireplace to complete your living space. With 50 years of experience, you can trust their team to suggest the optimal heating fixture for your home. To learn more about their showroom and installation services, visit their website. To speak with a knowledgeable staff member about your needs, call (585) 385-2420.

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