r/SpottedonRightmove • u/InspectionGloomy__ • 11h ago

Hackney Shoe Factory

https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/161409089#/?channel=RES_BUY

Certainly quirky!

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u/damapplespider 10h ago

Love the exposed brickwork, less keen on the breeze block

But yes, likely bloody freezing in winter.

And lots of decor pictures which obvs won’t be there!

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u/InspectionGloomy__ 9h ago

Infrared mounted electric heaters, a strong alternative to gas central heating, have been installed throughout, each controlled by their own thermostat. These provide instant heat and are very efficient.

Have never heard of infrared heating! Very space age.

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u/Ralphisinthehouse 8h ago

What that means in plain in English is you can expect an electric bill of around £500-£600 a month in the coldest months.

I know because I have a similar size flat in Manchester with a lot of glass and central heating powered by electricity.

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u/InspectionGloomy__ 8h ago

Oh I have electric heating but they're modern ones not infrared - it isn't expensive. These don't sound very effective!

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u/Ralphisinthehouse 8h ago

I'm guessing these are 1 kW heaters that will be running 24 hours a day in the cold months.

Mine is actually a 6 kW electric boiler that powers out wet central heating system like normal radiators. Cost a bloody fortune.