Any tips on how to heat room without electricity?

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Hello guys! I just wanted some opinions about any heating options without using electric. Here’s my situation; I recently transferred here in the countryside where brownouts and power outages are frequent, the cause of it is basically winter, and I need to heat our house by not using electricity.

No worries about the living room because it has a fire place. My only concern is small places like our bedroom or kitchen. Some close friends suggested propane heaters but I’m really worried that they might cause issues.

Can you suggest me any tips or techniques on how to keep the little rooms of our home warm? Are there any DIY options that are easy to do but pays really great? I just don’t like expensive ideas, or even hassle DIY stuff that you need to always check. Other than that, all suggestions are warmly accepted (no pun intended 😂). Thank you in advance, guys!
 
There are ventless propane heaters available in the market, check them out! They’re build for indoor use. For safety, leave a little window open for air ventilation just to be sure.
 
Hmm. How about the traditional way of heating? Wood stove? You said you have a fireplace in your living room; it means that you have access to wood. I think this is the most practical approach for you.
 
What worked for me was kerosene heater. Yes, they smell, but practically, they heat the room without fail. I just needed some CO detector and an crack on my window just to stay safe.
 
Oooh. Ventless propane’s a big no for me, not unless it’s the only option – just to stay warm and not freeze to death! You can easily feel the quality of the air changes with this. I think your best bet is to still do wood-burning inside your smaller rooms.
 
Have you consider checking out on catalytic heaters? It still uses propane but not as wild as ventless propane. Burns at lower temps, safer indoors, although they still need vents, they’re much better compared to open-fire non electric heaters.

Thermal mass heaters is another great option. Yes, a bit hassle, but once set up, they can easily warm a room overnight – even if your fire-wood burns out, it can still warm you and your fam.
 
Have you consider checking out on catalytic heaters? It still uses propane but not as wild as ventless propane. Burns at lower temps, safer indoors, although they still need vents, they’re much better compared to open-fire non electric heaters.

Thermal mass heaters is another great option. Yes, a bit hassle, but once set up, they can easily warm a room overnight – even if your fire-wood burns out, it can still warm you and your fam.
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There are ventless propane heaters available in the market, check them out! They’re build for indoor use. For safety, leave a little window open for air ventilation just to be sure.
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Your help feels warm, thanks guys! It’s the first time I heard about catalytic heater and I liked it! Do you have any particular brand in mind?
 
Your help feels warm, thanks guys! It’s the first time I heard about catalytic heater and I liked it! Do you have any particular brand in mind?
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How long does the power outages lasts in your area? I think you should consider small wood stove in your small rooms – compact, made especially for tiny houses, and can also be used in bedrooms.
 
Have you heard of Mr. Heater “Buddy”? This propane is great for indoor, just don’t forget to crack the window open, and co detector just in case.
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There are plenty of people recommending propane, thanks for this specific brand. If you mind, how long does these tanks last? Are they safe to store?
 
There are plenty of people recommending propane, thanks for this specific brand. If you mind, how long does these tanks last? Are they safe to store?
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I keep my settings on low and it took 5-6 hours for my 1lb. tank to be emptied. I suggest you buy an adapter for larger tanks, just in case you wanted to warm your place longer.
 
I had the same situation and I chose wood stoves over propane or kerosene. Woods are pretty easy to manage, pretty efficient, and you can cook with them while heating up your room.

You can also check on portable rocket stoves, if you’re not ready to use wood stoves yet – small, efficient, can run on scraps, but they’re only good in well-ventilated areas.
 
There are plenty of people recommending propane, thanks for this specific brand. If you mind, how long does these tanks last? Are they safe to store?
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If you choose propane or kerosene – stock up on fuel early, before power outages!
 
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