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Turn Off the Heater, Turn On Natural Warmth: Experience Eco-Friendly Luxury Comfort
Heating your bedroom overnight adds up quickly.
A typical heater runs at around 1.5–2.5 kW. Over 8 hours, that’s 12–20 kW of electricity.
At an average rate of $0.25–$0.30 per kWh, you’re spending roughly $3 to $6 per night — just to stay warm while you sleep.
Over a week, that becomes $20 to $40.
Now imagine reducing that cost simply by sleeping warmer, not heating harder.
A high-quality natural fibre quilt provides exceptional insulation and thermal regulation — helping you stay comfortable through the night without relying on constant heating.
Overnight Heating Cost — Single Bedroom (Australia)
|
Heater Type / Power |
Run Time |
Energy Used (kWh) |
Cost per kWh (AUD) |
Estimated Cost per Night |
Estimated Cost per Week |
|
Small portable heater (1.5 kW) |
8 hours |
12 kWh |
$0.30 |
$3.60 |
$25.20 |
|
Medium portable heater (2.0 kW) |
8 hours |
16 kWh |
$0.30 |
$4.80 |
$33.60 |
|
Large portable heater / split system (2.5 kW) |
8 hours |
20 kWh |
$0.30 |
$6.00 |
$42.00 |
|
Reverse-cycle air conditioner (efficient 2.0 kW output) |
8 hours |
~12 kWh |
$0.30 |
$3.60 |
$25.20 |
Costs based on Australian average electricity rates (~$0.30/kWh)
Assumes the heater runs continuously for 8 hours
Efficient systems (reverse-cycle) typically consume less energy due to intermittent cycling
Stay warm. Sleep better. Spend less.
Thank you Martin Beuth for inspiring this post.
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