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Tom Drake

Tom Drake

Tom has been writing content to help people improve their lives for over 3 years. Our resident DIY expert, Tom is always on the lookout for ways to help our customers improve their homes. Whether it’s bleeding a radiator or fitting underfloor heating, what he doesn’t know about DIY isn’t worth knowing! When he’s not writing great Only Radiators content, you’ll find Tom walking at the beach or cycling.

Read about How To Flush Sludge In Radiators

How To Flush Sludge In Radiators

Think of your heating as the body's circulation, with the boiler as the heart. Hidden radiator sludge is a blood clot that slowly suffocates your system. So save your home from a heart attack with this important guide on how to flush it out.

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Posted on 9th February 2021

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Read about How To Drain A Radiator

How To Drain A Radiator

Draining a radiator is a job that can feel quite daunting, so we've created this guide to take your through the process without any drama!

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Posted on 29th January 2021

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Read about How To Change A Radiator Valve

How To Change A Radiator Valve

Adding new valves to your radiator can help improve its performance and will give its looks a refresh. In this guide we outline how you can remove your old radiator valve and replace it with a new one.

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Posted on 27th October 2020

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Read about Vintage & Old Fashioned Radiators

Vintage & Old Fashioned Radiators

What are old fashioned radiators and why are they so popular? In this guide we take you through our top vintage radiator styles and give you some design ideas so you can install one in your home.

Posted by Tom Drake View more blog posts in the category Interior Inspiration

Posted on 12th October 2020

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Read about Where To Position A Radiator: Should Radiators Be Under Windows?

Where To Position A Radiator: Should Radiators Be Under Windows?

There are a number of different areas in your home where you can place your radiator, they don't have to be under the window! As long as the radiator isn't blocked in any way, it's purely an aesthetic choice as to where you place it.

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Posted on 2nd June 2020

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Read about How To Measure A Radiator

How To Measure A Radiator

Measuring your radiator correctly is key if you want to make replacing it as easy as possible. In this guide we outline everything you need to know to correctly measure a radiator.

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Posted on 28th May 2020

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Read about Dual Fuel Towel Rail Guide

Dual Fuel Towel Rail Guide

A centrally heated towel rail is a modern necessity. An electric towel rail is always there when you need it. But a DUAL fuel heated towel rail will transform your bathroom for the better (and slash your heating bills as a bonus).

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Posted on 3rd May 2020

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Read about Energy Efficient Radiators

Energy Efficient Radiators

As we all become more conscious about our impacts on the environment, now is a great time to invest in an energy efficient radiator. We take you through the different types of efficient radiators and show how you can keep your radiators running efficiently.

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Posted on 23rd February 2020

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Read about How To Remove A Radiator

How To Remove A Radiator

Removing a radiator to replace it or decorate can seem like a daunting task. Luckily we've created this handy guide to take you step by step through the process.

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Posted on 29th January 2020

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Read about Radiator Not Working? Here's How To Fix It

Radiator Not Working? Here's How To Fix It

When your radiators aren't working, it can be a worrying and often cold experience. That's why we've created this handy guide to help you diagnose and fix any radiator concerns.

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Posted on 16th January 2020

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Read about Chrome Heated Towel Rails Under £150

Chrome Heated Towel Rails Under £150

Nothing oozes style quite like the timeless gleam of chrome. When it comes to your home heating, the exact same applies. Join us as we enter the dazzling world of chrome heated towel rail radiators and discover the best performing, most affordable chrome towel rails for under £150!

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Posted on 20th September 2019

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Read about A Guide on How to Replace a Radiator

A Guide on How to Replace a Radiator

Replacing a radiator is not the easiest DIY task but it’s by no means impossible. Heck, it’s even sort of fun in a masochistic kind of way. Click here to discover everything you’ll need to replace a radiator as well as a guide to getting it done.

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Posted on 5th July 2019

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Read about The Comprehensive Guide to Heated Towel Rails

The Comprehensive Guide to Heated Towel Rails

A heated towel radiator is a bathroom must-have, and we’re here to make shopping for that perfect towel rail a breeze. With a bucket-load of information on types of heating, materials, finishes and designs, our guide to heated towel rails is well and truly fool-proof. Fancy diving into the world of heated towel radiators? Let’s gets started.

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Posted on 5th July 2019

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Read about Aluminium Radiators - Why You Should Consider One

Aluminium Radiators - Why You Should Consider One

Classic cast-iron or sleek new design? Aluminium radiators are the home heating market’s hottest feature so if you’re looking for loads of great reasons why it’s time to buy aluminium, or just that final nudge in the right direction, check out this comprehensive guide and decide once and for all!

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Posted on 5th July 2019

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Read about Electric Towel Rail – Why Do You Need One?

Electric Towel Rail – Why Do You Need One?

The fantastic value and many options of electric towel rail available right now mean adding a slick new bathroom heating feature has never been simpler. Jump aboard for a roller coaster ride through everything you need to know about these trendy units as well as another classic Only Radiators Top Five!

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Posted on 5th July 2019

5 Min Read

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