Are double panel double convector radiators worth it?

BlueC

ravravrav wrote: »

Thanks for that, I've seen a few of these calculators so I'll take time to see what output they come with.

We have a single panel 1600mm radiator, would replacing it with a double panel 800mm one be just as effective?

That homesupply calculator gives some quite low BTU outputs on the ones I tested it with.

BlueC

Doozergirl wrote: »

Yes, I think they're worth it, but you're looking in the wrong places at that price.

Try here:
http://www.mrcentralheating.co.uk/double-de-luxe-radiators?zenid=n098u33n55pad2t32s73gd9l44

Cheap those, but are they any good?

DRP

Yep our cold Victorian bathroom was transformed by putting a double panel to replace a single of the same dimensions. I can't believe it took us 8 years to get around to doing it!

fallenxiii

As an alternative to Mr Central Heating, I can highly recommend Best Heating. Very similar prices, and I bought a couple of convector radiators from here when we had a new kitchen put in and they are really good!


Make sure you go through Quidco too as they offer cashback :money:

mttylad

Most local plumbing supplies can beat prices like the OPs quoted.

I_have_spoken

Got double panel/double convector rads in my place and they work very well. No sign of distress from combi.

Brings the rooms to temp pronto, then the TRVs maintain. Simples.

ValHaller

Mr_Ted wrote: »

:eek: A lot of misinformation in replies here :eek:

Radiators for individual rooms need to be sized in accordance with the requirements of that particular room

Doubling the size, by replacing single with double panels, will double the heat input into the room, that is not efficient :eek:
There are several types of radiator also, each has a given output according to size and type, and each has to be determined in accordance with the room requirements

http://www.homesupply.co.uk/radiator_output_calculator.php is required 1ST, and then http://www.myson.co.uk/PremHE-Imperial_tech_-_0413.pdf to find a size of radiator to match the output required for the room

This is just an example, there are many different calculators and radiator manufacturers and models available on the net

The easy way is to oversize by 25% - 30% and fit a good TRV to trim output to requirements