Buying Guides

If you are thinking of investing (or already have) in a heat pump then you may be wondering how this will impact your current radiator or if you will require new ones. There are various articles on this topic, a...

Electric Heating Costs Explained

Efficient, advanced and modern. These are the words people use to describe electric heaters as they’re known for being a great alternative to central heating. Their ability to function at close to 100% efficiency means every single watt of electricity...

What Are Central Heating Inhibitors?

If you’re interested in maintaining your central heating system so that it keeps running smoothly as possible, then learning about what a central heating inhibitor is and how it works will be extremely helpful. Especially when it comes to ensuring...

Why Are Radiators Cold at the Bottom?

The moment has arrived! It’s time to switch your heating on after a long hot Indian summer. However, you’ve recently discovered that your radiator has cold patches at the bottom of it, causing distress and panic! Don’t fear, our experts...

Saving Money One Sock At A Time

What an odd and surprising topic for energy saving, but bare with us (pun!), feet do play an important role in comfort and our home heating behaviours. There is a staggering amount of research in this area, don’t believe us?...

The Ultimate Guide to Thermostatic Radiator Valves (TRVs)

The choice of valve you use on your radiators is just as important as the radiator itself, but how do you know what type of valve to use and what the benefits or drawbacks are? UK Radiators has got you...

Why are my radiators getting hot when the heating is off?

When we think of problems with our heating we often imagine a lack of heat, which is enough to make anyone shiver - especially in winter. But what if we have the opposite and there's actually heat when there shouldn't...

What Are The Standard Radiator Sizes?

When looking for new radiators for your home, size is an important factor to consider. A radiator that’s too small won’t put out enough heat to keep the room comfortable. On the other hand, a radiator that’s too large will...

The Best Space-Saving Radiators for Your Home

For small box bedrooms, under-the-stairs WCs, and itty bitty utility rooms, finding the room to squeeze in a radiator can be tricky. Here are our favourite space-saving radiators for your bedroom, bathroom, and beyond.

The Difference Between 2-Column vs 3-Column Radiators

What’s the difference between 2 and 3-column radiators besides the number of columns? Here we profile both the physical difference and the heating difference between 2 and 3 column radiators, so that you can make the right choice when buying...

The Different Types of Low Surface Temperature Radiators

Low surface temperature radiators (also known as LSTs) are a type of radiator that remain cool to the touch on their surface while still heating the room they’re in. Find out more about the different types of LST we sell...

The Essential Guide to Choosing the Right Radiator Colour

There are a plethora of different colours of radiators to choose from for your home. Match the style of your living room walls or your bedroom style design with one of these choices of radiators. Read on to discover some...

The Benefits of a Dual Fuel Radiator for Cost-Effective Bathroom Heating

Dual fuel designer heated towel rails are becoming extremely popular as a means by which to provide the bathroom with highly efficient and effective heating. Find out more about the benefits of dual fuel towel rails and why you should...

Should Heated Towel Rails Be Left On?

Typically, your heated towel rail will turn on and off alongside your central heating but they can be left on constantly instead if you need them to. However, doing this does come with some considerations to keep in mind. Read...

Why Do Radiators Make Noise?

If you’re concerned or just curious as to whether that banging in your radiator is normal or if you need to call a plumber, here’s a guide to why radiators make noise.

A Comprehensive Guide to Radiator Restoration

Old, dusty and dirty radiators can be a real eyesore, not to mention that restoring old radiators can help save you a little bit of money as well as have a positive impact on the environment. Read on to discover...

Best Radiator Materials: Stainless Steel

These days, heated towel rails for the bathroom are available in all manner of shapes and sizes – not to mention materials. Quality standards across the board have never been higher, nevertheless it is important that you choose the right...

Small Electric Radiators You Should Consider & Why

Small electric radiators are the perfect solution for those who want complete control over their heating. Read our guide about small electric radiators you should consider and their advantages.

How energy efficient is housing in the UK?

In light of the UK energy crisis, we wanted to find out how Brits are spending their money when it comes to energy bills and where the best, and worst, places to live in terms of energy consumption and home...

A 4°C world - Could We Be Saying Goodbye To Our Favourite Snowy Vacations?

With global temperatures rising, we could be saying goodbye to some of our favourite snowy getaways within the next century. Our experts investigated which of our favourite tourist hotspots are most at risk of no longer seeing snow if we...

Our Ultimate Bathroom Radiators Buying Guide

Looking to spruce up your bathroom? Then a new bathroom radiator could be the way to go. We understand that investing in a new bathroom radiator may not be the first thing to come to mind when redecorating. But, it...