Kerosene Heaters are a great alternative heat source!

Kerosene Heaters

Everyone should have an alternative heat source and in cases where the primary is electric kerosene heaters may be a good low cost alternative. While we have talked about it before here in the South many people do not have alternatives. There are many cautions that should be considered.

CV-2230 kerosene heaterThis involves an open flame and should not be used while unattended. There are many people that have grown up using a kerosene heater. They did not get any more dangerous and there are numerous precautions that should be taken. Make sure you have plenty of fresh air and a carbon monoxide detector is a great thing to have on hand.

If you are unfamiliar with kerosene heaters a great place to start may be over at Mile’s site where he put together some great information. You can learn a lot about how they work and some good brands. They may find a way into your plans. I know that some experience and planning can make a difference if you need heat. Kerosene heaters can fill a need even though the price of kerosene has sky rocketed.

 

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