Heat lamps are a common type of bulb, and we sell thousands of them. But what are some of most common uses for this special type of light?
Incandescent bulbs are generally considered inefficient, as most of the energy they produce is wasted as heat instead of light. However, heat lamps are an example of an efficient incandescent bulb since they actually utilize the heat put off naturally by the bulb. Heat lamps and infrared bulbs have more uses than you might think, so read on to learn more about this useful type of light bulb.
One of the most common uses for heat lamps and infrared bulbs is for providing heat and warmth to pet animals like lizards, turtles, some fish, snakes, and other cold-blooded creatures. These animals simply can’t function without a heat source in their environment, and pet owners find that heat lamps are the easiest and most efficient way to provide warmth for their pets. Cold-blooded pets require bulbs that give off UV light, so keep this in mind when shopping for a suitable heat lamp.
Baby animals like chicks, ducklings, piglets, puppies, kittens and more also often require additional sources of heat in their enclosures. Baby animals, especially mammals, aren’t yet capable of regulating their own body heat, so a heat lamp is imperative to ensure their health, comfort and growth. With pets both cold and warm-blooded, you’ll want to choose a heat lamp or infrared bulb with a red filter to prevent glare from the bulb from harming your pets’ eyes. Some factors you should also consider when adding a heat lamp to your pets' area:
- Heat bulbs should not be too close to the animals, as they can overheat or burn themselves from accidentally touching the bulb
- Reptiles need a heat bulb that provides both UVA and UVB lights
- Once young animals grow old enough to regulate their own body heat, you should remove the lamp to avoid stress caused by excess heat
Heat lamps are also commonly found in restaurants to prevent freshly prepared, hot dishes from cooling down before being delivered to the customer. Next time you go out to eat, check the window of the kitchen and you’ll likely see a heat lamp or two keeping your food hot and fresh for you.
Another practical use for these special bulbs is in bathrooms—no one likes being cold after getting out of the shower! They are especially useful in basement bathrooms where the cold air in a home is most prevalent.
So whether it's your food, your bathroom or your pets that are in need of a little extra warmth, a heat lamp could be the perfect solution for your particular needs.
