How to Measure for Electric Baseboard Heater Covers
Determine if your electric unit is compatible.
STEP 1: Thermostat Placement
On Wall
Compatible: thermostat located on a wall. Proceed to Step 2!
On Electric Heating Unit
Not Compatible: thermostat located on the electric heating unit. Note: The cover’s panel would need to be removed to adjust the thermostat if used together.
STEP 2: Determine Electric Unit's Height & Depth
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Measure Height
From the finished floor to the top of the unit
Compatible: Measure from the floor to the top of the unit. Our kit for electric baseboard heater covers will fit measurements of 8 1/4 inches high and under. Note: maintain a 1/4 inch of space between the heating unit and the cover.
Not Compatible: If your electric heater is taller than 8/14 inches, it is NOT compatible with our cover.
Not Compatible: If your electric heater is taller than 8/14 inches, it is NOT compatible with our cover.
Measure Depth
From the front to the back of the unit
Compatible: Measure from the back wall to the front of the unit. Our kit will fit 3-inch depth and lower, depending on the height of the electric baseboard unit.
Learn More -- see section titled “Profile View”.
Not Compatible: If your electric heater is deeper than 2-3/4 inches, it is NOT compatible with our cover.
Learn More
-- see section titled “Profile View”.
Not Compatible: If your electric heater is deeper than 2-3/4 inches, it is NOT compatible with our cover.
STEP 3: Measure Panel Length
Measure from end to end.
Compatible: Measure from end to end. Our kit for electric baseboard heater covers will fit measurements of 75 inches or less.
Not Compatible: If your electric heater is longer than 75 inches then contact us at 844.801.6429 or sales@baseboarders.com.
STEP 4: Determine Your Panel Length
| Electric Unit Panel Length | Recommended Panel Length | SKU | Kit Components |
| 36 inches or less | 36 inches | EL-BB003-36-EC007-KIT | (1) 36 inch panel, (2) closed endcaps, (2) wall brackets |
| From 36.01 – 48 inches | 48 inches | EL-BB003-48-EC007-KIT | (1) 48 inch panel, (2) closed endcaps, (2) wall brackets |
| From 48.01 - 60 inches | 60 inches | EL-BB003-60-EC007-KIT | (1) 60 inch panel, (2) closed endcaps, (2) wall brackets |
| 60.01 - 75 inches* | 72 inches | EL-BB003-72-EC007-KIT | (1) 72 inch panel, (2) closed endcaps, (3) wall brackets |
*Note: Each Baseboarders endcap can slide out 1-3/4 inches, providing an additional 3-1/2 inches in length, if needed.
Don't see your size? Contact us at 844.801.6429 or sales@baseboarders.com