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2. Electric fireplace - Wikipedia

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   The electric fire was invented in 1912 [2] and became popular in the 1950s. [3] Electric fireplaces found in 1950s homes were typically small and could be easily moved. [4] Techniques for electrical "flame effects" have been around since at least 1981. [5] Commercial electric fireplace techniques include the Optiflame, introduced in 1988 by ...

3. How to Install a Fireplace Blower - AOL

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   Installing your own fireplace blower is a breeze with our help. Skip to main content. Sign in. Mail. 24/7 Help. For premium support please call: 800-290-4726 more ways to ...

4. Underfloor heating - Wikipedia

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   Electric floor heating installation, cement being applied. Electric systems are used only for heating and employ non-corrosive, flexible heating elements including cables, pre-formed cable mats, bronze mesh, and carbon films. Due to their low profile, they can be installed in a thermal mass or directly under floor finishes.

5. Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning - Wikipedia

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   In summer, ceiling fans and table/floor fans circulate air within a room for the purpose of reducing the perceived temperature by increasing evaporation of perspiration on the skin of the occupants. Because hot air rises, ceiling fans may be used to keep a room warmer in the winter by circulating the warm stratified air from the ceiling to the ...

6. Forced-air - Wikipedia

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   A simple electric heating element warms the air. When the thermostat calls for heat, blower and element come on at the same time. When thermostat is "satisfied", blower and element shut off. Requires very little maintenance. Usually more expensive to operate than a natural gas furnace.

7. Fan (machine) - Wikipedia

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   A household electric fan A large cylindrical fan. A fan is a powered machine that creates airflow. A fan consists of rotating vanes or blades, generally made of wood, plastic, or metal, which act on the air. The rotating assembly of blades and hub is known as an impeller, rotor, or runner. Usually, it is contained within some form of housing ...