That Chrome Finish Will Never Tarnish or Corrode

All central heating radiators used to fall into two types. The old Victorian dark cast iron, and the later generation of white painted steel panel type.

But in recent years there has been a bit of a revolution in radiator material and significant design changes. Most of us take radiators for granted without realising the assortment of offerings today.

That's hardly surprising, as it would have to be a very dull day to find yourself looking them up on the internet, unless seriously thinking about buying some. But taking a look anyway, is enough to trigger the notion of changing your old ones.

There are one or two strong themes in these new designs. The slim, tall varieties seem popular. As does an anthracite or yet black shiny finish. Brushed steel makes for a soft tactile surface, and polished chrome looks great in bathrooms.

When chrome radiators are mentioned, like any other object described the same way, it's never solid chrome but simply an electroplating of chromite over a steel base. But the effect can be stunning.

Chromite is used in the manufacture of steel as it helps make it even tougher and gives an extra shine. When pure chromite is plated onto another metal it creates a beautiful polished finish that is highly prized by many lovers of large motorbikes.

But it is a dangerous material to electroplate and should only be attempted by professionals. The nuggets dug from the ground are superb sparkling ones, that have a sheen like gold, although sadly, not the same value.

As the third hardest element after carbon in the form of diamonds, and boron, it doesn't tarnish or corrode. This is the reason it is so ideal for bathroom radiators where condensation may be all around at times.

It's possible to have a bit of fun buying new radiators and the next time a home makeover beckons, consider changing all the old seventies panel radiators. And buying some different modern radiators, unique to each room in the home.

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