Don't use a thermostat, just heat with my Vermont Castings Defiant Encore. House is always nice and toasty. I also use an oil filled wheeled radiator like Bill and Rita where needed. And the grain filled bags are a big hit in our house as well. We have them filled with cherry pits, and others with flax seed. Slap it in the microwave for 3 minutes, and you have wonderful heat for your neck, hands, forehead...whatever.

Mick