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If you’re looking to fit a standard radiator valve to either an 8mm or 10mm microbore pipe, you’re in luck. In this blog, we’ll go over all of the steps you’ll need to take to get the job done right. We’ll discuss the best tools and pipe adaptors to use, how to measure an…

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How to balance your central heating system in 10 easy steps. On a winter's night, there's nothing worse than discovering a cold spot in your otherwise cosy home caused by a slowly heating or stubbornly frigid radiator. When this happens, it's often a sign that your radiators nee…

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If the thought of bleeding a radiator leaves you feeling a little squeamish, don't worry, it needn't be a messy job. Bleeding a radiator is a simple DIY task that releases air trapped in your heating system. The practice of bleeding your radiators ensures your heating system works at ma…

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What's the deal with Electric Heating? If you’re considering heating options for your home, you may have come across electric heaters and electric radiators. Although similar in the sense that they both heat up a room, there are some key differences between them.…

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Farrow & Ball is a British paint manufacturer known for its high-quality, premium paint products. Farrow & Ball paints are made with rich, pigmented colours and formulated to be durable and long-lasting. As such, Farrow & Ball radiator paint is a popular finish selected by many of our cust…

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Cast iron radiators are incredibly stylish and make a room feel as warm and welcoming as they look. As such, Radiators 4U’s decorative cast iron radiators complete the look and feel of any Tudor, Georgian, Victorian or Edwardian-style home. However, just because a radiator compliments a class…

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When buying new radiators for your home, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Every home and every room will have its unique set of characteristics that must be considered to ensure you fit the right radiator in the right location. And it's not just a question of functionality. Wh…

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A traditional column radiator is a beautiful thing. Manufactured using mild steel or cast iron tubing, and in the case of Radiators 4u’s cast iron radiators, using techniques that have barely changed in 200 years, these stylish radiators look as good today as they did in…

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Energy efficiency is a hot topic at the moment. You might be focused on rising fuel costs and reducing your heating bills. Or you may wish to minimise your household's carbon footprint and reduce its environmental impact. Either way, it makes sense to take more control over how you…

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Vertical radiators became very popular at the same time as large sliding and bi-fold doors. These new styles of door took up much of the wall space on large kitchen extensions, where this new large space required additional heat output to warm a room that suddenly had less usabl…

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What style of radiator would suit the period of my home? The choice of radiator for your home is rarely easy. They will be part of your home for many years to come and can be either a big and bold feature, blend into their environment or somewhere in between. It can be a tricky decision, but…

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Can you use traditional radiators in modern settings? While commonly associated more with period or vintage-inspired homes, traditional cast iron radiators are also a great choice for placing in contemporary spaces. This type of radiator has become increasingly popular for modern homes over the pa…

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