Modern radiators tend to attach to the bottom of the radiator at opposite ends. Other connection types are available too, although these tend to appear in older vintage radiators. TBOE stands for Top and Bottom Opposite Ends, and this as the name suggest means the valves attach at the top and bottom of the radiator at opposite ends.
The only other considerations you might need to think about when it comes to valves is how the pipe attaches to the valve itself and in what direction the pipe will enter the valve. This tends to be more related to the way the pipes are set up in your own home. For instance, you can get straight radiator valves for when the pipework goes straight into the radiator in line horizontally. Straight valves are not the only type of valve available.
Corner valves are used when the pipework comes from the wall and not the floor. Angled valves are used for when pipework comes from vertically from the floor and needs to attach at an angle into the radiator.
When buying a radiator valve you'll need to consider how your pipework is installed in the home to ensure you pick the right type of valve. In the UK, the most common pipe diameter used in a central heating system is 15mm.
So, you'll find that most valves accommodate this pipe size. This is not always the case, however especially in older homes so you may need to use different sized valves or adapters to convert the pipe size to a more traditional size. It's worth checking this prior to purchase to ensure you buy the right size connector on the valves.
It's worth noting that if you buy a new radiator they will not normally come with valves. This is because you need to pick the radiator valve to suit your own individual pipework. Often, people forget that both a lockshield valve, and a manual or TRV valve is required, for each new radiator.
The good news is that Mr Central Heating provides valve sets that are perfect for your new radiator that includes both valves. As the name suggests are constructed using metal columns and these radiators provide a traditional look but with modern efficiency.
These radiators come in a range of different shapes, colours and sizes and provide excellent heat output. Individuals looking for more design-orientated look to their radiators tend to prefer this style of radiator. These radiators are available in both double and triple column designs. Learn about the different types of column radiators that we stock at Mr Central Heating.
These are very common radiators and are fitted into a lot of homes in the UK. These radiators use fins to help transfer the heat to the room. These are smaller in size than column radiators but are also available in a lot of different shapes and sizes, along with falling into two distinct types, single panel and double panel radiators. As you might imagine a double panel radiator will provide more heat, at the expense of its size.
Double panel radiators take up more room than a single panel radiator. These radiators are typically available in white only. If you're interested in buying a compact radiator we have a large selection for you to pick from. These radiators have the lowest depth profile of all the radiators so are great at fitting in to a small or strange space. These radiators are available in a range of different sizes, such as vertical radiators and the more traditional horizontal design.
We supply a range of 'wet' flat panel radiators, which means that they can be connected to a traditional central heating system just like a column radiator or compact radiator.
A 'wet' radiator is one that uses hot water for heat. Often, when flat panel radiators are mentioned these can refer to electric powered radiators that are used in situations where rooms or entire buildings do not have a traditional wet central heating system installed. This can be quite common in flats, where space is at a premium.
Just like a flat panel radiator, a towel radiator can be both 'wet' or powered by electricity. Steam radiators work by boiling water to create steam. That steam then travels up a set of pipes into the radiator, which in turn, heats up the room via radiation and convection. As the steam travels through the unit, it slowly cools down and turns into condensation.
This is the old-fashioned radiator heating method. It would be unlikely for you to find this type of system in newly built homes. However, this type of radiator heater is still in use around the world today, but it is no longer the preferred method of warming up your home. These options would include:. The oldest version of a radiator heater, the cast-iron system is very efficient at heating up the room. However, it also takes up the most amount of room, and takes the longest to heat up. Baseboard Steam Systems Not to be confused with your typical electric baseboard heaters , this type of steam radiator works on the same premise of steam rising and condensation falling, however, they take up very little room in your home.
You can run them along the baseboards of your home in a very discreet manner. Ceramic Systems This is the newest version of a steam radiator. If you were going to choose a steam radiator to heat your home, this would be the one you should look for. Electric Radiators This type of radiator is typically built in similar fashion as a steam radiator; however they utilize a different method of creating heat.
It has an uncannily high boiling point and specific heat capacity, which allows small volumes of the oil to emit remarkably high quantities of thermal energy without evaporating.
Evaporation causes unsafe levels of pressure to build up in enclosed spaces, so its absence from this process makes radiator heaters much safer. At the bottom of the heater is a heating element similar to what is found within an electric stove. It is electrically powered and is used to heat up the oil. Once the oil is heated, the warmth is convected throughout the body of the heater, warming its walls. The heat is then conducted through the metal walls and radiated into the surrounding space, filling the room with wonderfully cozy warmth.
There are many benefits to having a radiator heater. It must be noted, however, that you can also find many of these same benefits in other types of heaters. First and foremost, the main benefit is the level of safety offered to the end user. Many portable radiator heaters come equipped with a tilt sensor, which cuts the power if a radiator heater is unbalanced or knocked on its side.
The heaters also retain heat well, which makes them ideal for extended use. Lastly, they do not emit any harmful odors, gases or chemicals when used, unlike many gas heaters that require ventilation to be installed. Please Note: Some radiators will become hot when they start to produce heat. More on that below. Radiator heaters also require much less maintenance than many of their competitors do.
They do not contain any fuels that need replacing, and ventilation or lack thereof does not compromise warmth. For the most part, radiator heaters are extremely reliable. Just like everything in life, the benefits of radiator heaters also come with their own set of downsides. Some radiator heaters, especially steam radiators, can become noisy over the course of time.
These may include squeaking, banging and whistling. These unwelcome noises become very annoying for many homeowners. Another downside of a radiator heater is that it must have proper air flow around the unit to effectively disperse heat around the home.
Of course, different size radiators will create different amounts of heat. The biggest downside, in my opinion at least, is that some radiators will become very hot as it starts to produce heat. If you have something touching the unit, such as drapes or a couch, then it may get damaged or catch fire. If your children or pets touch the unit, they may get burned. One trick that you can do to prevent this heat loss, is to add your own heat-resistant insulation directly behind the radiator.
A sheet of foam insulation with aluminum on one side will work great at accomplishing this. You can make your own with tin foil and insulation, or buy a pre-made sheet at your local hardware store. If the temperature drops more than 10 degrees Celsius, the water is taking too long to travel through the radiator and giving up too much of its heat to this location.
The solution to this is to open up the valve a bit more to let water flow into the radiator faster. If it is not dropping enough, the water is flowing too quickly and the valve needs to be closed a bit. Balancing the system is vital when you are trying to achieve a comfortable living space.
If one heating radiator is giving off too much heat and others not enough, you will end up with hot and cold spaces throughout your home. Take the time to balance everything out so that you can get the most from your radiator system. Radiators must be kept clean throughout your home in order for you to get the most from them. Since heat travels from the water or steam in a radiator to the air outside, it is vital that the heat transfer can take place unimpeded.
Any dirt or dust that collects on the fins or plate of a radiator serves as an insulator and prevents heat from transferring from inside the radiator to the air outside. Simply wipe down your radiators on a weekly basis to keep dirt and debris from accumulating on them.
They can be washed with plain water most of the time or a mild soap solution when trying to remove more difficult substances. Clean radiators are much more efficient than dirty ones and taking the time to wipe away the grime will save you money over time. Get started. How it works. Plan Your Project. Home Accessibility.
Home Security. Home Warranty. Hot Tubs. Kitchen Remodel. Medical Alerts. Stair Lifts. Walk In Tubs. Find local contractors. The shape and size of the heating element might vary between manufacturers but the basic principle will always be the same. As the oil inside the radiator is heated, the molecules start to flow in a convection cycle. Warm oil rises to the top of the radiator as it expands, pushing any colder oil down towards the element, ready to be reheated.
Like all radiators, oil filled models give out two thirds of their heat in the form of convection, and in order to work as effectively as possible, many have fluted bodies or fins to maximise contact with the air.
This is why smaller, portable oil filled radiators tend to have a very similar design with lots of tightly packed columns to increase surface area. It may not be obvious at first glance but our larger oil filled radiators also utilise the same concept, although their fins are hidden behind a smooth, modern-looking exterior to combine efficiency and aesthetics.
These radiators are sealed units and the oil inside is used as a thermal reservoir for the element rather than as a consumable fuel.
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