Traditional radiators are heaters that are these days a modern equivalent of the radiators our grandparents had in their homes. Whereas the heaters of yesteryear were noisy contraptions and often leaked, the modern variety is very efficient whilst still retaining that period feel. These will suit a traditional property very well, but will look equally at home in a contemporary setting.
Traditionally radiators were made out of
cast iron. These heaters would heat up
slowly but they took also a long time to cool down so keeping rooms warmer for
longer. This was a boon in uninsulated
homes, but these days many homes, especially new-builds are fairly well
insulated and there is no need to purchase radiators such as these.
Traditional heaters are bulkier than the
new slim-line ones and perhaps they are not the ideal choice for a modern home
where rooms are smaller and where space is at a premium.
You can purchase traditional heaters today
that are not made out of cast iron. Many
of them are made of stainless steel which does not rust. They will still have that traditional look,
but this metal is an excellent conductor of heat.
However radiators made out of stainless
steel are comparatively expensive. In
this case you may want to opt for aluminium radiators which also have great heat
conductivity and they do not corrode either.
These heaters are very light and another advantage is that they also do
not hold much water. This enables them
to heat up very quickly and they are very energy efficient.
Aluminium radiators are produced in lovely
styles, including traditional and they are also available in many colours to
blend in with the interior of your home.
Although all radiators have their good points, for price and versatility
you can do no better than to buy a traditional heater in this material.
If your home is too small for these types
of radiators to be installed, you will now also be able to purchase panel
radiators that can be mounted on a wall vertically.
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