Dunelm 17p-to-use heater 'warms rooms quickly' without central heating in autumn

Dunelm 17p-to-use heater 'warms rooms quickly' without central heating in autumn Shoppers say it is ideal for keeping rooms warm when the weather cools down Dunelm is stocking a compact heater that costs 17p per hour to run and shoppers say it warms rooms up 'quickly', without central heating. With temperatures beginning to drop after months of sweltering heatwaves, many households will be eager to stay warm without switching on the central heating. Plug-in electric heaters could be the perfect solution for anyone looking to keep their energy bills to a minimum. Rather than heating the entire house, they warm one room at a time, reducing unnecessary energy waste. Dunelm's 650W 5 Fin Oil Filled Radiator is available both in stores and online for £24. Based on the current Ofgem Energy Price Cap, running a 650W oil-filled radiator at full power costs roughly 17p per hour. Dunelm describes oil-filled radiators as generally the "most reliable" type of portable heating available. The 650W 5 Fin Oil Filled Radiator features overheat protection, thermostatic control, carry handles and "smooth glide" castor wheels for easy manoeuvrability, reports the Liverpool Echo. The "portable and compact" radiator is fitted with a 13 AMP 3 Pin BS Plug and is "suitable for smaller rooms". The homeware giant adds: "Compact and practical, this 5 fin oil filled radiator is ideal for smaller rooms and personal spaces." "The oil filled design continues to provide warmth even after the heater is switched off, while the adjustable thermostat allows you to maintain a comfortable temperature. Lightweight and easy to move, it offers a reliable heating solution without taking up too much space." The thermal oil in a heater like this warms up and continues radiating heat long after the electricity is turned off, which saves energy. Oil heaters do not use noisy fans, making them completely silent, which could be ideal for bedrooms or home offices. Dunelm isn't the only retailer offering this type of product, with a number of comparable options available on the high street. Argos stocks a Bush 1.5kW Oil Filled Radiator for £40, which promises to "bring reliable heating to spaces up to 15 square metres", while B&Q has the Belaco Mini Oil Filled Radiator Heater available for £36.71, boasting 11 fins and claiming to "give you immediate heat after you put it on". Dunelm's 650W 5 Fin Oil Filled Radiator holds an average customer rating of 4.1 stars out of five. In one glowing five-star review, a shopper named Carol said: "Brilliant small heater which warms up the room quickly." Chris said: "Marvellous little heater, quickly warms an average-sized room in 10 minutes... Getting another for upstairs." Another satisfied customer wrote: "Perfect for small room. Quiet and portable safe to leave on overnight in a chilly bedroom, even on half setting does the job once the room is warmed up. Brilliant little heater and I've ordered a second one." One further reviewer said: "Lovely little radiator heater for the bedroom. Warms the whole room after being on for just 15 minutes." However, not everyone was quite so enthusiastic. One customer claimed: "I had to order a replacement heater a few weeks after purchasing as my original heater began to leak oil." Another said: "The lead is very short limiting choises of positioning. You end up using an extention lead." A third said: "I wasn't impressed with the lack of heat that came out." However, the vast majority of reviews were glowing. Sarah said: "It warms well and quick. Suitable for small rooms." Polly said: "Very small and compact but pulls a strong punch when giving out heat." While another said: "Warms the room quickly and holds it at the right temp so it stays comfortable all day."