Choosing a Small Space Heater

Why small heaters make sense

Most of us spend our time in one or two rooms. A small heater warms the room you're actually in, so you can keep the rest of the house cooler. That's the idea behind zone heating.

Rooms that suit a small heater

• Bedroom at night
• Bathroom before a shower
• Home office or sewing room
• Reading nook or den
• Guest room

What to look for

Look for a thermostat, timer and overheat protection, and make sure it's quiet. A small heater that plugs into the wall saves floor space and removes the trip hazard of a cord.