Can you buy grills for radiators?

In addition, all our radiator grilles are available with optional backing mesh, also available in a variety of finishes. To help you choose we also offer a comparison page featuring our radiator grilles and other fine mesh products, so you can find the perfect one for you.

What are radiator panels?

A panel radiator is a mainly flat surface for conveying convective and radiant energy to an indoor space. Despite their name, radiators heat a room mainly by convection. Panel radiators may have one or two panels, and, if equipped with convector fins, one or, in the case of double-panel designs, two rows of fins.

What is the top of a radiator called?

It might be called “upper radiator shroud” or “upper radiator T-bar”.

What can I put on top of my radiator?

The top of a radiator can be the perfect place for a shelf. When a piece of wood or stone is placed on top, a bulky radiator becomes a handy side table or bookshelf. If you’re using wood, just be aware that it might warp over time.

What can I use to cover my radiator?

You can construct your own radiator covers and accent them with inexpensive aluminum sheeting to allow the warm air out. Easy to cut with tin snips, and available in a variety of designs, you can paint sheet metal to match the cabinet or leave raw for a style surprise.

How do you remove a grill from the top of a radiator?

On most radiators, the top grill is held into place by the side panels, so the first step in removing the top grill is to unclip the sides. Hold the side panel both at the top and bottom and apply a bit of upwards force. The panel should slide upwards and lift off, leaving the top grill in place.

Should I put foil behind my radiators?

Silver foil placed down the back of a radiator will reflect heat back into a room rather than letting it uselessly escape through the walls of a house. Do-it-yourself buffs suggest wrapping the foil round pieces of cardboard which have been cut to the right size to make it easier to fit.

What are parts of radiator called?

A radiator has three main parts: the core, the pressure cap, and the outlet and inlet tanks. The core is the main section defined by a large metal block with rows of narrow metal fins.

What is a radiator tail?

Radiator valve tails are the devices that screw into the two bottom radiator tappings. They are connectors between the radiator and the valves that control the flow of water through the radiator. You might need to change a tail to fit a new type of valve.