Foil behind radiators?

wilroda
wilroda Posts: 217 Forumite
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Hi

Can anyone tell me if putting foil behind the radiators really does make a difference to the heating and costs?.....am seriously thinking of giving it a go this winter - when we eventually have to put the heating on that is!!
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  • Vindiesel
    Vindiesel Posts: 472 Forumite
    yeah I would be interested in that answer too..and so you selloptape it on, or does wall paper paste work?!

    cheers
  • filo_2
    filo_2 Posts: 51 Forumite
    it will definitely save energy.

    i think normal radiators give approx 30% radiative and 70% convective heat. half the radiator faces the wall so i guess there must be around 10-15% potential gain in efficiency to be had.
  • chez_2
    chez_2 Posts: 87 Forumite
    Do you find the value foil works, or should I go for Bacofoil 'Turkey' foil?
  • filo_2
    filo_2 Posts: 51 Forumite
    i would say turkey foil is best. then you might want to fill your loft with sage and onion stuffing for additional insulation.
  • Coolhandluke
    Coolhandluke Posts: 642 Forumite
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    :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:
  • tawnyowls
    tawnyowls Posts: 1,784 Forumite
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    All the energy-saving advice reckons it works. Wrap it round pieces of cardboard cut to the right size to make it easier to fit. Otherwise, DIY shops sell rolls of foam with a reflective coating - I think my one cost about £8 from Wickes and did all my radiators with spare left over.
  • ScoobieGirl
    ScoobieGirl Posts: 488 Forumite
    This question had quite a few replies when posed by Jolaaled

    One estimate said that foil behind 6 radiator panels saves £8 annually
  • ariba10
    ariba10 Posts: 5,432 Forumite
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    If you go to a builders merchant you can buy the foam backed foil made for the job. It is easier to paste to the wall than foil itself.
    I used to be indecisive but now I am not sure.
  • Vindiesel
    Vindiesel Posts: 472 Forumite
    brilliant!
    if a roll cost £8, and it'll save you about £8 p.a...it pays for itself in a year!

    thanks all
  • chez_2
    chez_2 Posts: 87 Forumite
    Vindiesel wrote:
    brilliant!
    if a roll cost £8, and it'll save you about £8 p.a...it pays for itself in a year!

    thanks all

    And looks great as well! I think I'll go the extra step and decorate my entire house in foil. :D
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