Technical Information
To make your decision easier, we’ve compiled detailed technical information to guide you through selecting the perfect cast iron radiator for your space.
Frequently Asked Questions
We hope our FAQ section addresses your queries and provides the guidance you need. If you have any unanswered questions, feel free to contact us.
Are cast iron radiators as efficient as panel radiators?
Radiator output is always measured in exactly the same way so as long as you match the outputs you will have the same amount of heat. What is generally meant when asking this is, will they be of a similar size to a current or proposed panel radiator? This will be true of most of our cast iron radiators but some of the smaller column sizes may need extra sections to provide a matching heat output.
Cast iron is a very dense material and the extra heat it takes to warm it is not lost the radiator will deliver this energy back to the room for a while after the system is turned off.
What is a BTU/Watt and how do I calculate what BTU’s or Watts I require for each of my room spaces?
A BTU (British Thermal Unit) or Watt (metric equivalent) is the unit of energy used to measure heat output. This is used to give you a figure for the amount of heat (heat loss) required for a room. We can quickly calculate your heat output requirements by asking you a few simple questions i.e. the rooms dimensional information including the number of outside walls and their construction (cavity/solid/insulated etc.) the floor type and what type of room it is (bedroom/living etc.) or simply fill in our BTU form and we will get back to you with your required outputs.
What is the difference between a section and a column?
Sections are the individual elements making up the overall length of the radiator and columns are generally referred to as the number of vertical tubular columns when viewing the end of the radiator.