OUR HEATSURGE FIREPLACE  was bought to help heat a room in our house that is used only at certain times.  This heater has done it all with style and functions that are great around small kids and cute pets.  With an automactic shutoff when tilted and cool to the touch, I feel it is very safe and I don't have to worry about my kids touchihg it.  We liked it so much that we got one for my Mom and we hope to get a couple more in the future. I highly recommend this heater for its "curb appeal" and it ability to heat a room when needed.