We all love options whenever we have to buy something.  In fact, when we are about to buy something long-lasting and important, we tend to be more conscious. As the Australian winter is upon us, you will be looking for all possible options in heaters to keep your home warm. Well, the common and the best-suited option would be to use gas heaters.

Again, the question is, which type of gas heater will suit you. There are multiple things to consider such as heater installation costs, heater maintenance costs, health and general safety, etc. Generally, there are two main types of gas heaters in Australia.

Both of them operate differently and have their own benefits. However, if you want to choose the best one for you, then this article includes everything you need to know about them. So, let’s get started.

Flued Gas Heaters

These heaters direct or send the combustion gases out of the premises/home with the help of a chimney or a flue pipe. This means there will be no water vapours or combustion gases inside the home. They generally come in two forms:

  • LPG flued gas heaters
  • Natural gas flued gas heaters

These gas heaters are also available in the balanced flue and direct vent models. They get the combustion air from the outer atmosphere. This also means there will be less draft.

Here are some pros and cons of flued gas heaters

Pros Of Using Flued Gas Heaters

  • These heaters are best suited for spot heating.
  • Emissions are directed out of the room/home.
  • You can easily use them for smaller areas.
  • Flued gas heaters are very suitable for people with asthmas, allergies, or other respiratory issues.

Cons Of Using Flued Gas Heaters

  • They are expensive in comparison to unflued gas heaters.
  • You have to hire a licensed gas fitter for heater installation.
  • They also require gas filter installation.

Unflued Gas Heaters

These are the portable heaters that use a gas bottleneck that is tucked into the back. They can heat a room very quickly because they convert most of the gas into heat. Technically, these gas heaters draw the combustion air from within the room or place where they are used, and then emit that combusted air back into the atmosphere.

That means you need to be very careful while using unflued gas heaters. Gas flued heaters are best suited for larger spaces such as living areas.

They also come in two major types:

  • Convection heaters
  • Radiant convection heaters

Here are some benefits and shortcomings of unflued gas heaters

Pros Of Using Unflued Gas Heaters

  • As they are portable, you can move them from room to room
  • They can heat a room pretty fast.
  • Energy-efficient. i.e., low energy costs.
  • A few models of unflued gas heaters come with safety features.

Cons Of Using Unflued Gas Heaters

  • They can cause condensation.
  • They emit carbon nitrous oxide and carbon monoxide.
  • Not good for people with allergies or asthmas as these heaters can cause respiratory issues.
  • There are legal restrictions as well because you cannot use them in small and enclosed spaces.
  • Airflow is very important because they emit combustions back into the room.