With many Birmingham residents working from home due to Storm Goretti's impact on public transport, a novel solution to soaring heating bills is gaining popularity. Instead of heating entire houses, remote employees are turning to a targeted device: a foldable leg and foot warmer specifically designed for use under a desk.
The Gadget That Fights the Chill
Marketed as the Foldable Leg Foot Warmer on Amazon, this device is a five-fold, plus-size pad intended to sit beneath a workstation. Priced at £59.49, it promises to heat up in just five seconds, reaching a surface temperature of up to 71 degrees Celsius. Crucially, it is engineered to be safely covered, and a 110x80cm blanket is included to drape over it, trapping warmth for the user's legs and feet.
The product includes several safety and convenience features:
- A programmable timer allowing it to run for between one and nine hours.
- Automatic shut-off functions if the unit is tilted or laid flat.
- Built-in protection against overheating, over-current, and overload.
Customer Reviews: "Actually Excellent"
With an impressive 4.4-star rating from 147 reviews, feedback from buyers has been largely positive. Amazon customer David, who purchased the heater in December, summarised the sentiment, calling it "actually excellent. Cheap to run and warms nicely."
Another reviewer, Dani Berenghean, stated it was 'worth every penny', while N Shah labelled it a 'convenient piece of kit'. However, some users noted its effectiveness depends on home insulation. Daniel R, who described himself as 'a bit tight', conducted his own analysis.
"For me, I felt that this worked out best in autumn, before the central heating comes on," he wrote. "I live in a very well-insulated house... But through the winter, I will just stick to the central heating. I think a less well-insulated house, or if there is a draught, then this will be worth it even through the winter months."
A Niche Market Solution
While small space heaters are widely available, products specifically designed to be foldable and used under a desk are less common. A similar item from retailer Costway is available for £47.95, offering a slightly lower maximum temperature of 70 degrees and a built-in timer with a maximum four-hour setting.
For home workers facing another cold snap and dreading their next energy bill, this targeted heating solution offers a potential way to stay warm without the guilt of heating empty rooms. The product's design, which safely accommodates a blanket, makes it a unique contender in the personal heating market.
