Modern radiators can be placed anywhere and still have high energy efficiency. Our horizontal designer radiators offer an ideal form of central heating while being a statement piece. Whether you’re looking for a compact radiator, a traditional cast iron radiator or the best radiator for your living space, we’ll help you to decide on one to suit your room style. Types of Horizontal Radiators Panel Radiators Panel radiators consist of multiple panels with convector fins in between. They are a popular and versatile choice, providing efficient heat distribution. However, they can be bulky and may ..read more

Energy-efficient heating is a topic of growing importance in today’s world, as it aims to reduce energy consumption, lower heating costs, and minimise environmental impact. One aspect of an energy-efficient central heating system is small radiators. There are tons of advantages of small radiators, from saving space and higher heat output to reducing your heating bills. Understanding Energy Efficiency in Heating Energy efficiency is the practice of using less energy to achieve the same or even better results. It involves adopting technologies, processes, and behaviours that minimise energy wast ..read more

Determining how much electricity your home needs can help you understand why your bills are so high and in doing so you can decide on ways to save money and energy. Energy prices have not fallen despite generally lower wholesale costs from autumn 2023. The Energy Price Guarantee (EPG) was to reduce the extent of price increases for domestic customers and implement an energy price cap. Regardless of whether this happens or not, average energy bills per month is still high so there is a definite need to save on fuel. By estimating your heating needs using a heat energy calculator you can make ef ..read more

Looking to keep a smaller room in the house warm? Corner radiators are becoming a popular option for those wanting to make the most of their space while maintaining its aesthetic appeal. All of our modern radiators, even for small rooms, are extremely efficient and cost-effective to run, and you won’t have to compromise on style – there are corner radiators which your family and friends may even mistake for stylish décor! Types of Space-Saving Radiators Both vertical and horizontal radiators are effective as space saving radiators for a corner or wall space, however, they do possess difference ..read more

The Radiator Centre is proud to be an industry partner of the British Institute of Interior Design (BIID). This demonstrates our commitment to professionalism and excellence in interior design. The Institute benefits The Radiator Centre and provides value to our customers. Discover the benefits of working with a BIID member like The Radiator Centre including elevated design standards, professional development opportunities, and more. Why have we become a partner of BIID? The BIID is a professional organisation that upholds strict standards for its members and partners, including a rigorous cod ..read more

The importance of radiators for bay windows Curved walls or angular bay window areas can be difficult to add elements to, making the placement of an efficient heating system tricky. A solution to this is installing a curved bay radiator. These can be placed under your windows and serve as an excellent way of warming your living space, turning the cold draughts from the window into warm air. Let’s dive into the benefits of installing radiators for bay windows in your home. Enhanced Comfort: Keeping Your Home Warm and Cosy Radiators are one of the most effective ways of heating a home. They work ..read more

If you’re decorating a room, or you’ve decided it’s time to replace those old, outdated radiators, why not consider a floor-standing radiator? Once an old-fashioned choice, floor-standing radiators are seeing a rise in popularity at the moment and no wonder. Suddenly your heating fixtures are more than just radiators – they’re part of your décor! Why not add a talking point to your living room, bathroom, kitchen or hall with a floor-standing radiator? Add period style with a cast iron floor-standing radiator Whether you live in a period home, or you’d simply like an elegant, timeless look to c ..read more

Radiators are wonderfully robust objects. Indeed, many of the old cast iron radiators from the Victorian or Edwardian era have been restored over the years and are still going strong. However, the vast majority of radiators will eventually get to a point where they are beyond repair or restoration and will need to be replaced. But how will you know when it’s time to replace your old radiators? Age The average lifespan of modern radiators is between 10 and 15 years. Older radiators become less efficient, and even if they are still working perfectly after 15 years, they are more likely to develo ..read more

A designer electric radiator will heat the room as efficiently as your central heating system does. Indeed, electric radiators work the same way as those that are part of your central heating. When the water inside the radiator heats up, the surrounding area heats up too. The hot air rises, making way for cooler air to take its place, which is then drawn in and heated up, and this heated air also rises, creating a rotation effect that fills the room with radiant heat. Advantages of electric radiators The main advantage of electric radiators is that they have no moving parts. This means there’s ..read more

There’s no doubt that vertical radiators are good looking, but are they as efficient as horizontal radiators when it comes to heat output?  Vertical radiators vs horizontal radiators According to the laws of physics, there is a difference between horizontal and vertical radiators, and a vertical radiator is slightly less efficient than a horizontal radiator. This is because radiators work on the principle that heat rises, so a radiator will draw cold air towards it at the lowest point, this air will heat up as it rises, and the hot air is then released back into the room. As a horizontal ..read more