is it more cost efficient to run an electric fireplace or central heat?

UNCCHgirl

we moved into our apt in June so it will be our first winter there. Its a brand new (so it should have the better windows and what-not) apt on the 3rd floor. We run the a/c on 74 degrees and our bill is about $65/month.

For the winter we were thinking of getting an electric fireplace. We found a small one that's a 1500 watts and heats about 400 sq. feet. Any advice on whether I should run the heat or get an electric fireplace? if a fireplace is better what I should look for in one?

thanks

Answer
Central heating will heat the whole place.
The electric fireplace will heat the one room when it is real cold.
It would be good to have one for a stand by in case the central does not work later on.

i am looking into an electric fireplace does anyone have info on best brands what to look for etc?

whymaria

electric fire place for average size bedroom

Answer
Classic Flame by Twin Star is one of the biggest brands for electric fireplaces.
http://www.homelement.com/products/Fireplace/Electric-Fireplace/Electric-Fireplace_1_1.html

Good luck!

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