Designer Radiator Buying Guide
20 November 2023
Unlike traditional radiators, designer radiators can have innovative shapes, materials, and finishes that transform them into stunning focal points.
5 tips for selecting the best designer radiator
When choosing a designer radiator, you're not just selecting a functional heating element – you're enhancing your space with style and innovation. Here’s a list of the key decision points you need to consider, so you can get the best value and most functionality and the best-looking designer radiator for your needs.
1: Style and Aesthetics
A designer radiator can enhance the theme or style you're aiming to achieve with the room restyling, whether it's modern, minimalist, industrial, or any other design concept. Whether you have a look you want to achieve or you are looking for inspiration, we’d recommend you consider the aesthetics once you understand the other factors – it could save you a fortune in installation costs, heating bills and the purchase price.
2: Size, Placement, Heat Output and Function
The key function of a radiator is to efficiently heat the space, this means you need to work out the dimensions of the space and heat output required. This is easier than you may think, you can use the BTU calculator to give you this information. Then when considering the space, you will understand what the options are. If you are replacing a radiator, this can be entered into the filter to short list the options.
Whether the radiator needs to serve a specific purpose, such as a towel warmer in a bathroom, or be a feature piece – you can see the options.
Things to consider:
Installation – if replacing a radiator then you’ll need to think about the location and the space around it to minimise costs. You may be able to move a radiator location easily, but if not, the installation costs will creep up. If you want more heat and can use the space above the radiator being replaced, a vertical radiator may be the solution. If not, there are lots of horizonal radiators which are sized to simply replace the traditional radiator with minimum installation costs.
Heat source – Even if you have a conventional hot water central heating system, you could go electric. This enables a lot more flexibility and often provides a much lower installation cost when considering a different radiator location. Electric radiators can be pictures, high gloss glass and different colours. They can be used to boost the BTU’s and provide more flexible heat, for example infrared radiators are perfect for spaces which are infrequently used.
3. Energy Efficiency:
There are multiple factors which impact energy efficiency, but here are a few pointers to consider when selecting a designer radiator:
Thermostatic Radiator Valves (TRVs)
TVRs help you save energy by allowing you to adjust the heat output of each radiator based on the room's temperature. When the room reaches the desired temperature, the TRV will automatically reduce the flow of hot water to the radiator, preventing overheating. By reducing the heat output in rooms that are not frequently used or need less heating, you can achieve energy savings and lower heating bills.
Aluminium v Steel Radiators
Aluminium radiators prove advantageous in well-insulated homes, as they swiftly warm the area, with the home's insulation effectively retaining the emitted heat for extended periods. On the other hand, steel radiators are preferable for older homes with inadequate insulation compared to contemporary residences. Their ability to retain heat allows them to continue emitting warmth after the heating system is off, ensuring a relatively consistent environment for prolonged durations, mitigating frequent heating system cycling.
Dual fuel radiators are perfect for bathrooms and ensuites
If you have a room in your home that tends to get cold during the summer months when your central heating system is switched off - a dual fuel designer radiator has an electrical heating element and a T-piece allowing it to work independently of the other radiators in your home. Your radiator can be heated either by the central heating system, or electrically via the heating element - which means it can be turned on independently.They're energy-efficient because the adaptability optimises heating efficiency and provides warmth when needed without relying solely on one energy source.
Infrared heaters can be pictures, mirrors or high gloss-coloured panels
Infrared picture panels are very thin, incredibly easy to install (all you need is an electric point) and the technology is super energy efficient. This all lends itself to being positioned higher on walls. Infrared art radiators are probably one of the most discreet forms of instant heat. Infrared radiators emit a precise beam of heat that warms you directly by throwing out a steady stream of heat particles. With infrared radiators, you don't have to wait to warm up when you step in from the cold, as with ordinary heaters. You warm up rapidly, with fast acting heat rays that dispel the cold. They're also great for ‘inside outside entertaining spaces’ for when you're sitting on a lounger or eating at a table because the heat is focused on you and not the entire space.
4. Brand, Warranties, Pre-sales and Post-sales Support:
Agadon Designer Radiators have vast experience in the designer heating market, offering one of the largest ranges of contemporary styled designer radiators in the UK at unbeatable prices. With free UK delivery and factory direct low prices, plus our promise we won't be beaten on price. With over 10,000 designer radiators in stock, you will see a designer radiator give your home a beautiful stylish look. One of the largest stockists of designer radiators in the UK, Agadon Designer Radiators also have ex-display, end of line clearance stock and many more ways to bag a bargain.
- Every Agadon designer radiator comes with a 10 year no quibble product guarantee*
- We offer a new build & home renovation service for those customers who require multiple room quotations
- Probably the widest range and highest stock levels of designer radiators in the UK
- FREE technical support on specifying the right radiator and heat capacity for your space
- Factory special designer radiator orders
- We won't be beaten on price!
- *Agadon now offer a 10 year guarantee on all of its products, this covers the product and the finish (our painted radiators are powder coated - this is also covered by the guarantee).
5. How to Bag a Bargain Designer Radiator
Here’s a few ways you can upgrade your home's heating system without breaking the bank:
Designer Radiator Clearance Sale!
Our clearance sale offers you the chance to buy high-quality designer radiators at significantly reduced prices. Whether you are looking for a sleek, modern design or a classic, traditional style, our clearance sale has something for everyone. But we also have the widest selection of designer radiators to choose from, including vertical, horizontal, and panel radiators. With a variety of colours, finishes, and sizes to choose from – we even offer bespoke sizes, colours and finishes. So you are sure to find the perfect radiator for your home.
Ex-display designer radiators
Our ex-display designer radiators on sale is on all year round and we have hundreds of ex-display and end of line products on offer at unbeatable prices. Even though they are in the designer radiator sale, each one comes with our incredible 10-year guarantee and fast, free UK delivery. You’ll need to act fast, though, once they’re gone, they’re gone. These exclusive discounts are designed to help you get your ideal designer radiators at even more unbeatable prices, to help you can restyle your home without breaking the bank.
Get interest free credit on a designer radiator
For our UK customers, there is now an easy way to pay for your designer radiators by using our interest FREE Omni Capital Retail finance package.
- 10% deposit 12 monthly payments at 0% interest
Flexible payment options mean you can buy now and spread the payment over the next 12 months. The only criteria for Agadon Designer Radiators is your order must exceed £750 - this can be a single product or a combination of products. Simply add your selections to the basket and if your order value exceeds £750 you’ll automatically be offered an interest free option.
So, now you’ve read this far…
You’re starting to realise that there’s a lot to consider when choosing a designer radiator. For free no-obligation professional advice about the right choice of radiator for your individual project requirements. Call now on 01530 564 122 or email sales@agadon.co.uk or customerservice@agadon.co.uk for further information
