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WINTER-READY HOMES :
A guide to selecting the best radiator for any space . With more choice than ever before , Nick Duggan , MD of The Radiator Centre , talks us through some of the considerations when choosing how best to heat our homes
What types of radiators are available ?
From designer styles and art radiators to traditional cast iron models and the very latest electric designs , the radiator market offers consumers a plethora of choice . Most designs now come in a extensive range of colours and finishes , so there will be something to complement every home .
To work out what size you need for your home start by calculating the heat output required for your room , which can be done by using an online heat calculator . The results will show an amount in either watts or BTUs ( BTU stands for British Thermal Unit which is the standard heat measurement used in the UK ).
All radiators will state an output in either watts , BTUs or both . By knowing how much heat each
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radiator will emit , you can now find the best one to efficiently heat each room based on your earlier heat calculation .
If you install a radiator that is too small for the room , the energy required to heat the room will be greater than the radiator can produce , meaning the room will always be too cold . If your room is on the cold side of the house ,