Kickspace Heaters: Kitchen & Bathrooms

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A kickspace heater, also known as a toe kick heater or under-cabinet heater, is a heating unit designed to fit in tight spaces. Being cost effective and efficient, these heaters are ideal for family homes, office suites, and easily applied in renovations. Common placements are at floor level under kitchen cabinets or bathroom vanities.

In addition to kitchens and bathrooms, these heaters are found in hallways, stairways, laundry rooms, and even booths.

• Kickspace heaters in the kitchen:

  Enhance your time in the kitchen with targeted heating without taking valuable space. Installed discreetly beneath cabinets, they provide targeted heat where you stand the most, like near sinks, prep areas, and cooking stations.

• Kickspace heaters in the bathroom:

  Like kitchen kickspace heaters, these heaters in the bathroom fit in tight spaces, especially around a vanity or tub. Newer models are designed with overheating protection, which makes when safe for areas with high humidity.

Implementing a kitchen or bathroom kickspace heater allows even heating in difficult-to-heat areas. Without being obstructive or inefficient, these toe kick heaters will surely supplement heating in your homes this winter!

What are the differences between hydronic and electric kickspace heaters?

There are two main types of kickspace heaters; electric and hydronic. Similar to electric heaters, electric kickspace heaters are self-contained units that use an electric heating element. Hydronic kickspace heaters are a good option if there is an existing boiler system. Connected to the home's boiler, hydronic kickspace heaters use hot water to heat a coil. Installation for electric kickspace heaters are easier than hydronic kickspace heaters.

What should you know before installing a kickspace heater?

Before committing to installing a toe kick heater, confirm the following:

• Placement Planning
• Adequate, unrestricted airflow is necessary for proper functionality.
• Be cautious of flammable vapors and wet areas.
• Parts Required:
• A dedicated circuit breaker is necessary for protection and preventing overheating.
• Hydronic systems: Ensure that the existing system has proper water flow to avoid restricting water flow to other systems. Installing specific tees or increasing pipe size may be necessary.
• Electric systems: The manufacturer’s instruction for installation often include wiring, like connecting the thermostat before the main heater unit.
• Maintenance and Safety
• Before installations, check the unit for damage. Damage from overheating is a fire hazard.
• If installing an electric kickspace heater, never use an extension cord; plug it directly into the outlet.

In most cases, an electronic toe kick heaters is relatively easy to install in new construction or renovation projects. However, HomElectrical suggests hiring a knowledgeable professional for installations, especially when installing hydronic kickspaces units.

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A similar heater that you might be considering is a wall heater. How are these different from kickspace heaters? For starters, the purpose of a wall heater is primarily for heating a larger area, rather than targeted heat. Like the name suggests, wall heaters are mounted on a wall at a higher point, making heating in larger spaces more efficient. They use a fan to circulate the heat, producing more noise than a toe kick heater but quieter than a refrigerator.