Radiators - Radiating Style

Radiators can be clumpy and creaky, but they needn't be – they can radiate style too.

Radiators are crucial to any home. And yet all too often, homeowners are happy to compromise on aesthetics when it comes to their radiators. The radiator is perhaps the unspoken hero in our home. We rely on our radiators every winter to turn our homes from ice boxes to comfy, cosy retreats. But the functionality and practicality of radiators whose fundamental function is to heat our homes effectively and efficiently has traditionally resulted in design and style being thrown out of the window.

Vertical Radiators, Compact Radiators, Horizontal Radiators...

But now it's possible to buy a wide range of radiators, to suit every home. Whether it's the traditional cast-iron style radiators that add an old-style charm to a home, vertical radiators for urban chic style, compact radiators for unobtrusive heating or traditional radiators – there's a wide range of radiators available. And when you're considering the design and aesthetics of your home, it's important you get the radiators right – after all they will be in your home for years to come. You don't have to choose the same radiators for every room. If you want radiators that are a stylish feature, why not consider using red cast-iron radiators – perfect for every designer kitchen. The array of radiators available is wider than you may think – whether its designer horizontal radiators that would sit well in your study or stainless steel radiators perfect for your bathroom.

Maintaining Old Radiators

Radiators are an essential part of your house. But you don't have to compromise on style. As well as making sure you pick the right shape, design and colour radiator, there are different heating systems that can be more energy efficient (although if you don't have the appropriate plumbing you may need to opt for electric radiators). It's worth investigating how cost-effective different radiators can be. As well as good radiators, you'll need a reliable boiler. If you have a new boiler but old radiators, they may not be as efficient as they could be. The cost of replacing the radiators may pay off compared to the cost of having your plumbing flushed to remove any corrosive sludge that's impeding heat to your pipes. If your radiators are clanking and not heating up properly – even after you've bled them – you may need to call a plumber or heating engineer. It's recommended you get heating and boiler insurance – especially in the winter months. If you are replacing old radiators with new, stylish radiators, it's also recommended you use a plumber to do the disassembling – it's crucial all the pipes and valves are connected and functioning properly. If you choose radiators you love for their looks as well as their heat-giving properties, you won't need to spend money on expensive radiator covers that can impede heat projection, unless you opt for aluminium grills that works by projecting the heat out.

Looking for radiators? Heat and Plumb can help

Radiators come in many different shapes and sizes. But whatever your preference of radiator styles Heat and Plumb are sure to have the right radiator for you. You'll find expert advice and top of the range heating and plumbing products at Heatandplumb.com call our dedicated customer service team on 0871 272 22 22 or fill in our online enquiry form.