In 1885, a Norwegian engineer named Oscar Lamm invented the first electrical heating system, which used resistance wires to produce heat
People have been keeping warm for thousands of years, with the start coming from good old fire. The cavemen used to cook food and ward off danger with fire, along with keeping warm in their caves. Things have changed a lot since then and things also have become a lot easier when it comes to keeping warm in the home. The first modern central heating system was developed in the early 19th century by an American inventor named Robert Fulton. Fulton designed a system that used steam to heat buildings, and his invention was quickly adopted by factories, schools, and other large buildings. However, it was too expensive and impractical for use in private homes. The true breakthrough in central heating came in the late 19th century, when steam-based systems were replaced by hot water and forced-air systems. The first hot water heating system was patented by an American inventor named Angier March Perkins in 1855. His system used a furnace to heat water, which was then circulated through pipes to radiators in various rooms of the building. In 1885, a Norwegian engineer named Oscar Lamm invented the first electrical heating system, which used resistance wires to produce heat. The invention of central heating has had a significant impact on modern society, making it possible to live and work comfortably in even the coldest and most inhospitable environments. It has also contributed to improved public health by reducing the prevalence of respiratory diseases associated with cold and damp living conditions. The continued development of energy-efficient central heating systems promises to be an important factor in the effort to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change.