Storage Heater: What is it and how does It work?
The option of a storage heater is an intelligent solution for meeting your home’s heating needs with comfort and sustainability. At Haverland UK, a company specialising in electric radiators, heat emitters, and smart heating in the UK, we’ll explore what a storage heater is, how it works, its key benefits, and which models you should consider to guarantee optimal comfort.
What Is a storage heater?
A storage heater is a heating device that stores thermal energy and gradually releases it into a room. It uses electricity during off-peak hours—primarily at night when electricity rates are lower—to heat an internal material, such as refractory bricks or ceramic.
How does It work?
The functioning of a storage heater can be understood through the following steps:
Energy charging
During the charging period, the storage heater uses electricity to generate heat. This process is typically scheduled to occur during hours when energy is cheaper.
Heat storage
The heat is stored in the radiator’s internal material, which is designed to retain warmth for an extended period.
Heat release
When the charging period ends, the storage heater gradually releases the accumulated heat in the form of radiation and convection, keeping the environment warm throughout the day and ensuring maximum thermal comfort.
Benefits of a storage heater
Some of the most important advantages of a storage heater include:
Energy efficiency
By taking advantage of off-peak electricity, you can reduce total energy costs and lower overall spending.
Consistent comfort
The storage heater provides uniform and steady heating, avoiding sudden or unexpected temperature fluctuations.
Flexibility
More advanced models allow users to programme on and off schedules, adapting to their needs and optimising the use of the device.
Low maintenance
Storage heaters generally require little maintenance, especially compared to other heating systems.
Sustainability
By saving electricity, they offer more sustainable heating, reducing the environmental footprint of the device.
How to choose the best storage heater
In summary, a storage heater is an efficient and cost-effective option for home heating, ideal for those seeking a system that combines comfort and sustainability.
Among the available options, Haverland’s ECOJOULE RANGE stands out. In addition to providing high heat retention, this device is listed in the SAP/EPC product registry, confirming its compliance with excellent standards and making it suitable for installation in both newly built and refurbished properties.
Thanks to this feature, tenants, homeowners, builders, and sellers can be confident they are installing a safe and advanced product, benefiting from better EPC ratings compared to a product that doesn’t meet these standards.
Moreover, ECOJOULE is 100% efficient, easy to programme, features a high-resolution TFT display, and can be controlled remotely through a simple mobile app. Its smart energy charging system ensures optimal performance.
In practical terms, installing an ECOJOULE storage heater in a property guarantees that this heating system will be positively evaluated in the SAP rating due to its ability to retain heat efficiently, reduce energy consumption, and contribute to a lower environmental impact. This makes it an ideal choice for both builders and homeowners looking to improve the SAP rating of their projects and ensure compliance with current energy regulations.
