How much space should you leave around a radiator?

The space required around the radiator so that there is no impedance on heat output due to insufficient natural air movement, is a minimum of 10% of the height of the radiator. In reality, it is aesthetically better to have at least 150mm around the radiator due to the protrusion of the thermostatic valve.

Should there be a gap between radiator and wall?

A radiator should be positioned 2cm or more away from a wall. Our wall-mounted designer radiators come supplied complete with wall fixings, which will ensure your radiators are set at least 2cm from the wall once installed.

How close is too close to a radiator?

Leave at least 1 foot (12 inches / 30cm) of space between a radiator and any furniture. While fire is unlikely, a radiator can easily warp or damage wood, upholstery, and leather furniture. Furniture that is too close can inhibit the radiator’s ability to heat a room.

How close to a radiator can you put a sofa?

You can put a sofa in front of a radiator, but you must make sure it is at least one foot away. Keeping this distance is important, as it allows heat to circulate through the room properly and protects your furniture from any damage from the heat of the radiator.

Do radiator covers reduce the heat?

Do radiator covers block heat? No, a cover does not block the heat from your radiator. A radiator heats a room through by warm air rising from the radiator to the ceiling, which is then moved around the room and heating it.

Which side of a radiator does the thermostat go?

Many modern homes will have TRVs – Thermostatic Radiator Valves – attached to most of the radiators on the opposite side from the lockshield valves. A TRV should always be fitted to the inlet on the radiator and the LSV to the outlet.

Is it bad to put a sofa in front of a radiator?

It’s not a good idea to place a sofa, or any other large furniture, in front of a radiator. A sofa would block heat from travelling freely around the room, and could suffer potential long-term damage from a close level of heat exposure.

How big of a space do you need for a radiator cover?

When installing radiator covers, and choosing which size you require, it is also important to think about the space available. If Contour is installing a radiator cover into a hospital ward for multiple service user occupancy, space is likely to be large and very open.

What should I put in my living room in front of my radiator?

I believe that your living room must be filled with at least one big furniture piece. You can place big furniture in front of the radiator to make it invisible. For example, you can palace a buffet or shelves in front of the radiator. The people will never give much attention on the radiator inside the room.

What’s the best way to install an electric radiator?

If space is limited, you might want to consider a slim vertical electric radiator. This will free up space around the radiator for furniture and storage. It also saves you having to install two radiators of the equivalent wattage.

How big should the grate be on a radiator?

This will give the top an elegant differentiation. Decide how large you want your grate opening to be on the front panel. Depending on how large your radiator is, draw straight lines that are between 3 to 5 inches (7.5 to 12.5 cm) away from the sides and top, and slightly more (4 to 6 inches) from the bottom.