What To Consider When Installing Radiators as a New Homeowner

When installing radiators as a new homeowner, there are several considerations you need to think about. This includes the radiator’s placement and the room’s heating requirements. Insulation, room size, and window placement can all impact how large a radiator needs to be, while the positioning of the radiator can also influence the room’s heating efficiency and heat distribution.

You’ll also need to consider the energy source, maintenance requirements, and long-term efficiency of the radiator to align with your home’s overall heating system. Another option to consider is a smart thermostatic radiator for better temperature control and energy savings. 

What room are you looking to install in?

If you’re looking to instal a new radiator in your room, you need to ensure the radiator is suitable for the room’s requirements. Some radiators are suitable for bedrooms and living rooms, whereas others are specifically designed for bathrooms or outbuildings such as garages. This could be because of the radiator’s heat output, installation requirements or other factors.

Towel rail radiators are popular options for bathrooms as you can warm your towels or clothes ready for when you leave the shower. High output radiators are ideal for large rooms as they are capable of producing enough heat to warm the whole room. However, if you have a high output radiator in a small room, it will work overtime and use too much energy.

We have radiators that are specifically designed for the various rooms in your house, including kitchen radiators and bedroom radiators. We also have low-level conservatory radiators that take up minimal space and have a high output to heat this type of exterior room.

Where to install radiators for new homes

The best place to install radiators is where can maximise heat distribution and efficiency. It’s not advisable to place them behind large furniture or curtains as this can block airflow and stop the heat from circulating the room properly. You may need to reshuffle your furniture or choose a different location for your radiator.

It’s common to install radiators for new homes in large, open areas and high-traffic spaces like living rooms, kitchens, and bathrooms. For consistent warmth throughout the house, many properties have radiators in every room of the house, including hallways. You might also want multiple radiators in one room, usually at either end of the space.

Many older houses have radiators under the window to counteract cold drafts. However, well-insulated windows in modern houses mean you have more flexibility when it comes to the positioning of radiators. Double and triple-glazed windows are less likely to have drafts, so you don’t need to place radiators underneath them.

Stylish radiators for modern homes

We have a whole host of stylish radiators for modern homes available in our range. Our designer radiators include the Compact Vertical Line, Column Horizontal and Column Concept.

Our radiators for new homeowners are suitable for various rooms in your house. Whether you want a heated towel rail in your bathroom or a large, high output radiator in your open plan kitchen-diner, we have the best radiators for new homes.

Electric radiators tend to heat more quickly than central heating and are more energy efficient than electric heaters. They are also easier to install in new homes as they aren’t connected to the central heating and so can be placed anywhere in the house. You may want to add an electric radiator to exterior buildings, such as a garage, where you wouldn’t be able to connect one to the central heating.

Shop our stylish radiators for modern homes based on your desired radiator dimensions. We have a column radiator range if you’re limited on space and want a tall radiator. You can also find radiators for new homes that are low-set, perfect for placing under a window or counter. 

Radiators on A Budget

When you move home, there’s usually a long list of items you need to buy.  That’s why our range of budget radiators is a great choice if you’re after affordable options. Our Classic Compact radiators are energy efficient and will quickly heat your house, without making a massive dent in your wallet.

Our Classic Compact range includes both vertical and horizontal radiators to suit any room size or shape. It’s a good idea to choose vertical radiators for new homes if you have limited floor space. Vertical radiators go up the wall rather than along it, while offering the same heat and energy efficiency as traditional horizontal radiators.

Make sure that the radiators you choose for your new home have the right energy rating. If the heat output is too high, the radiator will be using too much energy. However, a radiator with a heat output that is too low will be working extra to heat the room fully, which will use more energy and cost you extra. Poorly insulated rooms and large spaces need high output radiators for them to be heated sufficiently. You can afford to have a low output radiator if the room is small or has multiple radiators. 

Best radiators for new homeowners

There’s not one single model when it comes to radiators for new homeowners. You need to consider multiple factors when choosing radiators for new homes, such as the size of the room, the insulation and positioning of the radiator.

Budget radiators can still heat your house properly if you choose the right heat output and positioning for the radiator. If you put your radiator behind large furniture or curtains, your room won’t heat properly, no matter its style or heat output. Radiators for new homes should be placed in open areas where the air can circulate properly. You may want to place multiple radiators at different points in the room to ensure the whole room is heated evenly.