This was the final touch we needed for a room that can’t house a real fire source. We are going to have an outlet installed in a more strategic area so the cord isn’t the biggest eye sore. Great value for the price. Air blows out only from middle vent but it’s very hot. Not sure that it will actually heat during freezing climate in NY without Other sources of heat on (this is an open area.. less than 1000sq ft but I don’t think the unit has enough blowing power). Overall satisfied w the purchase.