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Horizontal Radiators

Horizontal radiators are the most common style found in the UK. For that reason, we have a huge selection of styles from a range of top luxury brands for you to choose from. These classic radiators make for the perfect addition to any interior, from traditional to more contemporary, and are particularly ideal for rooms you spend a lot of time in such as living rooms and bedrooms. This is in part due to their impressive heat efficiency and their ability to act as an eye-catching feature. With a wide range of sizes and finishes, you’ll find a model perfect for you.

Lacquered bare metal or stainless steel? Black or white? Traditional or designer? There are options for everyone, in a variety of shapes and sizes to fit inside any room of the home. There’s also a choice of materials, not just for looks, but for function: Aluminium for a super-responsive radiator that heats up in moments, mild steel for a radiator that holds its heat long after turning off (ideal for drafty homes), or stainless steel for a radiator that requires almost no maintenance for years to come.

Horizontal radiators provide excellent heating, due to their large surface area. Heating your home more efficiently so you don’t have to worry about the cold, or spending more than you need to on your heating bills. They are also no hassle to install and sent to you with the necessary fixtures and fittings so you’ll have nothing to stress about.

With such a huge choice on offer, choosing the right style for your home can be difficult. To help you with your decision, read our horizontal radiator guide and don’t forget to use our BTU calculator to find the right radiator for you.

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Heat Output (BTU∆t 50ºC)

BTU (British Thermal Units) is a measure of the heat output of radiators. ∆t 50ºC is the standard output of boilers in the UK & Europe, so this figure is an indication of the heat output (BTU) your radiator will give you at this standard temperature. To find out the BTU you need for rooms in your home, take a look at our calculator.

Fuel Source

This is the source of fuel your radiator or towel rail will use to provide heat. Radiators will generate heat through central heating systems, electricity, or a combination of both with dual fuel.

Central Heating:
These radiators will generate heat through the water pumped round your central heating system.

Electric:
Electric radiators contain fluid heated by an electrical element. They plug into a socket or are wired directly into the mains.

Dual Fuel:
Dual fuel radiators are able to run on both central heating and electric power. They contain a ‘summer’ heating element which will allow you to use your radiator in warmer months without needing to turn on your entire central heating system.

Heat Output (BTU∆t 60ºC)

BTU (British Thermal Units) is a measure of the heat output of radiators. ∆t 60ºC was previously the standard output of boilers in the UK (the UK has now aligned with the rest of Europe to use ∆t 50ºC). BTU ∆t 60ºC is an indication the output in BTU your radiators will give you at this standard temperature. To find out the BTU you need for rooms in your home, take a look at our calculator.

Watts

Watts is a measure of heat output used for electric radiators, with a higher watt figure meaning a higher heat output. Purchasing a radiator that has the correct wattage will ensure your room will be at a comfortable temperature without wasting energy.

By using our BTU calculator, you can calculate the number of watts your radiator needs to adequately heat your room.

Pipe Centres

This is the distance between the centre of the two pipe inlets on your radiator or towel rail. This figure is an indication of where the two pipes for your radiator will need to go and can be helpful if you want to install a radiator using your existing pipes.

Guarantee

All of our brand partners and manufacturers offer a warranty as standard. Please note that these guarantees are provided by the manufacturer, and will be subject to individual terms and conditions, for example avoiding abrasive bleach-based cleaning products.

If you need further info about a specific manufacturer's guarantee, please contact our team.

 

BTU (British Thermal Units) is a measure of the heat output of radiators. ∆t 50ºC is the standard output of boilers in the UK & Europe, so this figure is an indication of the heat output (BTU) your radiator will give you at this standard temperature. To find out the BTU you need for rooms in your home, take a look at our BTU Calculator.