Storage heater KW

[beinerts]

Hi all. Can anyone tell me roughly how large (in KW) a storage heater is needed per square meter of floor space?

Also do you have any recommended brands or brands to avoid? I'm not sure if this is the right sub-forum, the others didn't look quite right either!

 

[Taylortwocities]

Dimplex do a heating design service. I think its free!
http://www.dimplex.co.uk/consumer/design.htm

There's a trade section on their site too, if you're trade that is.....

TTC

 

[beinerts]

I'm not, but I'll use it anyway! Thanks. Been reading up on BTUs and KWhs etc. but there are too many factors to consider!

 

[Taylortwocities]

Yes and there's other factors:
inside or outside wall, cavity etc etc.

TTC

 

[kevnurse]

Unlike wet systems with a multitude of rad sizes to choose from, the typical range of storage heaters comes in small (1Kw), medium (2Kw) and large (3 Kw) sizes. A dose of common sense will steer you in the right direction. Virtually every medium/large sized room will need a 3Kw heater. Bathrooms, halls and small bedrooms will need a 2Kw heater. I've used a 1Kw heater in a small bedroom to little effect. It took the cold edge off the room, nothing more. Dimplex is the company of choice.