Are Baseboard Heating Systems Safe?

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Are Baseboard Heating Systems Safe?

Anytime you’re installing a new heating system into your home, the safety of your home and its residents should be at the forefront of your mind. Consequently, if you’re considering a baseboard heating system, you may be asking yourself, “Are baseboard heating systems safe?” In general, yes, both electric and hydronic baseboard heating systems are considered quite safe. However, as with many other heating systems, there are certain risks if the system is used incorrectly. To make your baseboard heaters even safer, follow these safety tips for baseboard heating systems.

Allow Air To Flow

In order to function properly, a baseboard heater needs some space for air to flow. Though they don’t directly need air to operate, baseboard heaters release the warmth into the cool air surrounding them, thereby heating the entire room. A blocked baseboard heater is both a safety hazard and a drain on the heater’s efficiency since it won’t be able to heat the room as effectively as if it weren’t blocked.

Avoid Placing Furniture or Fabrics Next To Heaters

An object blocking a heater not only prevents heat from circulating throughout the room but also poses a serious safety hazard. Though it’s rare, a piece of furniture, set of curtains, or similar object that has prolonged contact with baseboard heaters while they’re running is at risk of catching fire. Better to make sure the baseboard heaters are clear of any obstructions.

Install Baseboard Heater Covers

Because baseboard heaters must generate enough heat to warm an entire room, they can become quite hot while running; touching a hot baseboard heater can result in a burn. Metal baseboard heaters often have sharp edges, which it is all too easy to cut yourself on while cleaning or performing maintenance. To protect yourself and your family from accidental injury, consider purchasing a baseboard heater cover. These covers will block the hot surface and sharp edges of your heater, preventing anyone from anyone accidentally touching it and keeping your household safe.

EZ Snap Covers™ strives to provide you with the tools it takes to keep your heating system safe, efficient, and stylish. Ensure that your baseboard heating systems are safe by following these safety tips and investing in a cover for your baseboard heating system today.

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How to measure baseboard heaters:

Step 1
HOW TO MEASURE

Always measure left to right, and twice for accuracy

Floor to top of Fintube | EZ Snap™ Baseboard Heater Covers

Step 1: Floor to top of Wall plate

Measure the height from the floor to the top of the metal wall plate.

Follow our guide for baseboard heater cover measurement:

Any baseboard larger than 7 3/8" (188 mm) will be compatible with our standard cover.

Any measurement greater than 9 3/8" (238 mm) will fit our tall cover.

Fin Tube Height | EZ Snap™ Baseboard Heater Covers

Step 2: Bottom of Fintube to Top of Wall Plate

Measure from the bottom of the finned tube heating element to the top of the metal wall plate,

A measurement of 5 1/2" to 6 3/4" (140 mm – 172 mm) will fit our standard cover.

A measurement of 7 1/2" to 8 3/4" (191 mm – 222 mm) will fit our tall cover.

Depth | Measure | EZ Snap™ Baseboard Heater Cover

Step 3: Back Wall to Front of Fintube

Measure the distance from the wall or the metal wall plate attached to the wall, to the outside of the finned tube heating element.

Any measurement of less than 3 1/8" (76 mm) inches from the wall will fit our

standard cover.

Any measurement of less than 3 1/8" (76 mm) inches from the wall will fit our tall cover.

Step 2
DETERMINE IF BRACKETS ARE NECESSARY

Always measure left to right, and twice for accuracy

Wall Widget

EZ Snap™ Wall Widgets are used when your old or existing wall back plate has been removed or if you have to hang your new cover 1 inch or higher to bring them up to a height that will fit our installation guidelines. Just measure your overall desired height, subtract 1", drill a hole, preferably in a stud and attach it to the wall with the included screw.

Floor Fidgets

EZ Snap™ Floor Fidgets easily raise your new covers ¾ inch to compensate for any ¾ inch floor (wood, tile, or other) that has been installed any time since your baseboard heater was originally installed. May be used for any reason when the overall height has been shortened and the total height is less than 7-½ inches for standard height or 9-½ inches for the TALL height EZ Snap™ BaseBoard Covers. Just use the self-tapping screws to secure them to the top of your existing wallplate.

Wall Contraptions

EZ Snap™ Wall Contraptions are used when your wall back plate has been completely removed. EZ Snap™ Wall Contraptions receives your EZ Snap™ BaseBoard Cover and keeps your aluminum fin tube from sagging. These completely replace your wall back plate. To install, slide up from the bottom and make sure the top is at your desired height. Screw to the wall, then bend the front finger up to hold the fin tube in place.