Perfect finish, chose the right valve!

Many people who have new radiators installed often don’t think of the finishing touches, mainly the radiator valves. If you are looking to have a new set of rads put into your home then you should always remember the valves. No matter what finish you are after you are able to get it. The valves that are available come in many categories, there is the thermostat valve that allows for you to set a different temperature within each room, a manual valve, valves with a modern finish, and the traditional valve is available. So depending on the type of rad you choose and the design of the room as a whole will not matter as there is literally a valve for every radiator.

There is a valve that will finish off any job nicely, having a perfect finish with your new rads will leave the room feeling completed, the last thing anyone wants is to have a ‘nobbly’ parts left hanging out, cover them over with an attractive valve that will finish off perfectly. Radiator valves, unless you opt for the thermostat valve will often be forgotten, or it is something that will come next week, and as we know next week never comes! Make sure that you choose the valves you want when you choose your radiator, a half job will never leave you feeling happy.

DRD are professional and have everything available for you to be able to have a job completed efficiently, they are experts in the business and there is nothing they do not have when it comes to the finishing touches to any job. If you want the whole package and you want to be able to trust the materials being used then you should look no further, and with so many choices on the finishes you can have anything you like, or something different on ever rad in your home.

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Warm fluffy towel wrapped around you after a soak, everyone can have one!

When it is hot outside and the temperatures are rising the last thing you are going to want is to have on the heating to warm up your towel, just because it’s summer it doesn’t always mean that we don’t like some of the comforts we take advantage of during the winter months.

If you are forever wondering about your damp towels then an electronic towel radiator could be your answer, and because they are electric everyone will be able to have one. You can flip it on and off as you wish so you know your home is not going to overheat.  Sometimes after a shower or a long soak in the bath a warm towel can be very comforting when wrapped around you, no matter what the time of year.

The heated towel rails that are available from DRD are stylish and all fit onto the wall. A towel rail used to be exactly that, a rail that was situated within the bathroom that heated one part of the towel, today the designs that are available are so creative, some you wouldn’t even think are towel radiators!

If you want something practical and stylish, something different or something to blend in and go unnoticed then you will be in luck with the choices that are available. With so many to choose form you will be spoilt for choice, and with the bonus being the fact that they are electrical, there is no excuse for anyone not to have one!

Towel heaters are something of a luxury that people have become accustomed to, they want to get out of the bath, especially in the winter and feel the warmth, this is now possible for every home, electric towel heaters are much better for the home, they are safer as you are able to turn them on and off when necessary, so the chances of young children grabbing out and burning themselves is limited.  

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Cast Iron Rads are back and in demand!

Cast iron radiators are a timeless piece that once over where seen as ghastly, they were often being sold on or put out for the tip, being weighed in or abolished, today the story or cast iron rads is very different.

These radiators are back, they have made a comeback and are now more popular and in demand than ever before. Not only do the radiators look stylish, chic and sophisticated within your home, they also set off the perfect ambience and set the tone of the room. They are a classic piece that is also practical and looks wonderful in any room, especially a study, a library or a lounge, any space you want to relax in then you should choose the furniture wisely.

Whether you are looking to install a singular rad in one room, or you are looking to carry the theme on trough out the house, DRD have it all for you to choose from. There are many different cast iron rads for you to browse through, there are different colours, styles and shapes so here really is something for any space no matter how big or small. You are able to change the entire ambience in a room just by adding one perfect item and this could be the perfect choice for you.

There is a cast iron radiator to suit every room, no matter what the design or space available, something out the collection will stand out and work perfectly within your home. Make your radiator a focal point in the home, rather than having something for practical reasons take the leap be adventurous and choose something that stands out and looks magnificent in most homes.

DRD offer you a wonderful selection and they have a team on stand by to help you with any queries and are very forth coming when it comes to assisting you. Choosing a radiator that you want, you should choose a company you can trust.  

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Something bling and something practical..?

Chrome towel radiators are extremely common in bathrooms! They have been the number one choice for so long, not only because they look effective, they are easily maintained and clean nice without any smears, they are also very practical when it comes to heating up your towel!

Chrome towel radiators are a great choice for the bathroom as they are hard wearing and will not water damage very easily, they look good and so long as you care for it properly there is no reason why they will not last a life time! Thy are a great way for you to warm up a towel before you wrap it round yourself, it too warm up the children school uniforms during the winter months, they are not designed for you to dry wet clothing or towels on so don’t make the mistake of hanging or drying wet items, you might find that your rad can corrode if not used properly.

Chrome rads are always going to be a popular choice, not only for you in your home but also for renovations, they look great and are very effective, and no matter what style or design your room might be there is sure to be a radiator for you! The rage of radiators is very vast, some are standard, other are discreet and some even look like art or a feature within the room, your options are endless.

DRD are a very reliable company, no matter how big or small your purchase might be there is sure to be something here for you and the team will assist you with everything you need, browse on the internet and see the full range for yourself, you will not be disappointed at the different styles and designs that are available. Many trades people also use DRD, if you want to cut out the midde man then start today by making your enquiries.  

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Tradition is sometimes the best choice!

Traditional radiators are coming back with a vengeance, they are stylish, show a little class and sophistication, they set a room. Sometimes bringing something old into a new design can be the perfect contrast and give you the finish you want, many people think art is the way forward think out of the box a little and get a piece that no one would  think of.

If you are looking for something that makes a statement but you can’t find the right piece then you should look at what is available when it comes to the radiators. Some are new, others are conditioned, but all are equally beautiful and when placed in the right setting they become a statement piece as opposed to a radiator that is stuck on a wall. Traditional radiators are something that is practical, but they have the added touch of being beautiful also. Who ever said that radiators have to be boring, have some fun with your room and heating!

The radiators that are available within this category come in all different shapes and sizes colours and designs, there are many different styles for you to be able to choose from and there is something for every room in the home.  Having a traditional piece like a radiator is a timeless classic that will never look out of place, no matter how often you might re design your room you will still always have the perfect item that will out-live any other piece of furniture you might have.

Many people today go for a minimalistic design when they are creating a new place of sanctuary, they want space to be able to relax in and a place that is calming, having art and colourful designs do not always work, this is why these types of radiators are becoming more popular, they are a piece of art within themselves and when designed correctly they work wonderfully within any home.

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Radiator Efficiency: Keeping the System Flowing

Gas and electricity prices are soaring once more. For many, this means finding ways of cutting costs. One of the most common sources of money loss to the electricand gas companies is the central heating system. An inefficient system can cost you hundreds of pounds a year in higher bills. Here, we’re going to provide you with a few tips for improving the efficiency of your radiators.

Regular Services

In the past, people would service their central heating systems regularly – between 3 to 5 years on average. For some reason, people are less inclined to do this nowadays, but it’s certainly a false economy. Unless your system is relatively new (less than 10 years), you should have the system serviced from time to time. A service person will check everything, from the valves to the boiler. It is important that they look at the whole system, because modern radiator valves and modern boilers tend to be built to be replaced. In the past, a valve would last for years, but modern radiator valves tend to be built to lower standards – as with many things in the modern world!

Home Maintenance

As well as making use of a professional service, you should also carry out your own maintenance every once in a while. Here are two things that you can do yourself:

1.Bleed the radiators: over time, air can accumulate in the system and this will affectefficiency. Air will lose heat much faster than oil or water, so if there is air in the system the radiator will lose heat too quickly. You will find a bleed valve on the radiator and you should release it every now and then to ensure that you remove the air from the system. Do this every month to make sure that you keep the system free from air. There are plenty of instructions online to help you to work out how to bleed the radiator.

2.Change the filters: some radiators have filter to catch debris that might be present in the system. This debris is usually rust, or something internal that is disintegrating. This is normal and natural, and it doesn’t mean that you have a problem with the system – unless you find that you're changing the filters very regularly. If there is too much debris in the system, then you may need to replace a pipe or a radiator, but you need to establish where the problem has arisen before you make any changes, and for this, you may need a plumber/service engineer.

Techniques to Improve Efficiency

There are a few things that you can do to increase efficiency:

1.Use a reflector panel. You place these behind the radiator and they reflect the heat back into the room, instead of allowing it to be absorbed through the walls.

2.Use a thermostat and a timer so that you can control the temperature of the house for the periods in which you will be home.

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How Can You Make Your Radiators More Efficient?

We live in the UK, and it gets cold, so it follows that radiators are an essential feature in all of our homes. However, many people’s radiators are running inefficiently: they’re costing more money to run than is necessary, and they aren’t producing as much heat as they are able to. Here, we’re going to consider some of the things that you can do to ensure that your radiators are working to optimal capacity. By the end of this article, you should have a few good tips to help you keep those electricity and gas bills at a reasonable level, even if the gas/electric companies are trying to bleed us dry.

Use a Timed Thermostat

It is amazing how many households waste money because they don’t use a thermostat. Here is a common scenario to explain why thermostats are important, and how they can help you save money:

•Sarah works all day. She leaves the radiators off all day. When she gets home, it’s freezing cold, so she whacks the temperature up to 40 to make sure that it gets hot as quickly as possible. That costs a lot of money, and with a timed thermostat, she could have set the heating system to come on ½ an hour before she gets home. By the time she’s home the house is nice and warm, and she’s spent less money on her heating.

Bleeding the Radiators

The majority of radiators, whether residential or trade radiators, use water or oil within the system. This is because it is much better at retaining and distributing heat than air. With air, it gets warm quickly, but it cools quickly too. Air is much less efficient for radiation.

So, air is less efficient – what’s that got to do with an oil/water based radiator? Well, overtime, air will get into the system, and when this happens, it has an effect on efficiency. You need to be able to let the air out of the system when it accumulates. To do this, you bleed the radiator. A special bleed valve with key will allow you to do this.

It is important, therefore, that you bleed the radiator on a regular basis if you want to ensure your radiator remains efficient. This is true whether you are buying domestic radiators or trade radiators.

Reflector Panels

You have probably heard that if you place a piece of foil behind the radiator, that it will reflect the heat back into the room, thereby making the radiator more efficient. This is true, but today, you can purchase radiator reflector panels, which are far superior to using sheets of foil. It has been estimated that a standard two bedroom home can save an average of £50 a year. This may not sound like a lot, but money is money at the end of the day, and if you look after the pennies, the pounds look after themselves. You may have to remove the radiators to fit the panel, but that’s relatively easy.

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