Easy Installation Of Cast Iron Radiators For Your Home

Cast iron radiators have been around for 140 years or so as the first radiators installed in homes were made out of this metal.  They were efficient once they had heated up as they are able to hold on to heat longer than modern radiators made out of stainless steel or aluminium.  This suited a draughty Victorian home very well as they kept rooms warmer for longer once the heating was switched off.

In period homes where these radiators are still often seen, either originals or good modern reproduction ones, you will see that they are larger than the modern radiators and they very often consist of columns going up and down.  The more columns there are the greater the heat output.  This is, of course, because of an increased surface area.

There is a disadvantage to these radiators and you should make sure that children do not touch them when they are on.  These radiators get very hot and can burn little fingers.

Apart from this they are an efficient way to heat rooms and because they take much longer to cool down once switched off they will keep your home warmer for longer as already said above.  Because of this they are also economical to run.

In the past these heaters were prone to leakage and if you have original heaters of this kind you may have difficulty finding someone who can mend them.  The beauty of the reproductions in our modern times is that if this should happen, there is help at hand to have them fixed.

Although you should not have any problems with new cast iron heaters, you will find that all radiators carry a guarantee and your provider will certainly help sort the problem out should there be a fault with your system.

Generally speaking these radiators are more suited to heat a home with large rooms such as Victorian or Edwardian properties.  For smaller homes it is more sensible to have radiators that take up little space.

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Reliable And Efficient Radiators

Cast iron radiators have made quite a come-back since they were first used by our Victorian forefathers.  They are especially sought after by people who are trying to recreate faithfully the interior of a period property.

The modern versions of this heater are very stylish and they are a focal point rather just a necessity; in fact they are a must in a Victorian or Edwardian home with high ceilings and large rooms.

Although these heaters have a bulky appearance, there are some advantages attached to purchasing them.

These heaters are safe and very reliable.  They distribute heat more efficiently and evenly throughout the home as they can withstand higher temperatures than other lesser metals and alloys.  Although these radiators do heat up more slowly, once they have reached the required temperature, they hold their heat better and for longer.

You will find that your boiler will not click on and off so often and this is where gas or oil is saved.  Once your boiler goes off, these radiators will cool off gradually radiating heat for longer.

The disadvantages are that they cannot be blended into the background so in a smaller, modern home they could be an eyesore if you are not careful.  However, sometimes it is attractive to mix the old with contemporary as we have realised that the odd antique mixes very well with modern pieces.

Before you set out to change your radiator system, it is wise to engage your plumber or local heating centre in the process.  These experts will be able to advise you on the correct BTU output for the size of your property.  You should also let the professionals install your new heaters as you will have some sort of warranty if things go wrong.

Lastly for the efficient working of your system, your boiler needs to be checked once a year.  You will be able to enter into a contract with your heating centre.  You will be able to prevent the wearing out of parts before the boiler breaks down at an inopportune moment.

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