Autumn has arrived and with it the drop in temperatures. The cold is one of the issues that causes the most headaches in Spanish homes due to the high cost of turning on the heating. That is why more and more Spaniards are looking for economical and easy-to-install alternatives to reduce this increase in the gas bill during the cooler months of the year.
Depending on the type of heating you have in your home, it will have one cost or another at the end of the month. One of the most common options in Spanish homes is the presence of a gas boiler, which, in addition to keeping the home at a stable temperature, is also usually more economical due to the internal cost of natural gas compared to the price of electricity. However, installation in the property can be expensive.
That is why many people look for alternatives with which they can avoid the costly and annoying assembly and installation process of this type of devices. In these cases, and as recommended by electrician and content creator Fran Carbonell, the most advisable thing is to install low-consumption electric radiators made of natural stone.
The professional recommends investing in natural stone electric radiators
Due to the age of some homes or their high cost, in some cases there is no option to install underfloor heating, aerothermal heating or air conditioning with a heat pump. It is in these cases when the electrician recommends the purchase of natural stone inverter electric radiators, which can be easily placed and will achieve maintain heat in different rooms of the home.
The difference between this type of device and conventional electric radiators is the presence of a natural soapstone inside. This type of rock has volcanic origin and is characterized by being able to store heat quickly. This makes it the perfect ally for heating systems, as it helps them reach the desired temperature faster and The heat takes longer to go away once disconnected.
Thanks to the properties of natural stone, this type of radiators will need less time to heat the room and the temperature will be maintained for longer. Likewise, if placed strategically, taking into account the modules necessary for each roomit will be possible to reduce the number of hours that these devices must remain on. Something that will reduce the energy expenditure necessary to keep the home at a pleasant temperature during the coldest days of winter.
A simple installation, although with factors to take into account
As explained in his TikTok profile, it is only necessary to place the supports on the wall next to a socket to be able to hang the radiator. Once installed, it can be programmed to maintain a certain temperature and remain on during certain hours of the day. Likewise, some models allow Wi-Fi connection and configure its operation from the mobile phonewhich will guarantee your control at all times.
However, “it is very important to carry out an independent installation for the radiators, since the home sockets may not support their power“warns the electrician. Therefore, what he recommends is to contact a professional to carry out the installation in complete safety and in accordance with what is established by law. Despite this, they are the best solution for those homes that, due to age, do not have central heating or a gas heater.
If you already have heating installed, but want to reduce its use to avoid an increase in electricity and gas bills, what they recommend is investing in a heat pump or an electric heater. To decide which model to choose, it is advisable to take into account the initial expensesuperior in the case of the heat pump, and its energy efficiency. Issues to take into account, in turn, when deciding which radiator to install.