Though they will normally cost a little more to buy than steel radiators, across Europe, aluminium has been widely used in the construction of radiators for quite a while now, despite the materials’ effect on radiator prices.
aluminium radiators
When you consider the benefits of investing in aluminium radiators, it’s easy to see why they are gaining a new following in the UK.
This is mainly down to aluminium being a superb conductor of heat – having an emissivity level that is virtually five times that of a steel alternative.
That alone means aluminium is perfectly suited to radiator construction. Radiators don’t have to be on as long to reach their maximum temperature, making them an extremely energy-efficient option.
If you consider that an aluminium radiator also requires less water to function, then it all adds up to lower heating costs, a more efficient heating system, and more cash in your pocket.
Another important factor to consider is that aluminium radiators are much lighter than steel or cast iron, meaning that they are suitable for installation on all types of walls – both external and internal, respectively – so they can heat up pretty much any space.
The cost of installation could also be affected by this, as they are quicker to get on the wall and take less manpower to lift.
Lastly, there is the matter of style.
As you probably already know, the days of being limited with regard to design, colour and material are over. Take one look at the BestHeating store and you’ll see radiators of all shapes, sizes and colours, some in rather futuristic designs.
Aluminium designer radiators scream style and good looks and have been designed to sit in harmony with most surroundings.
Considering these different points, it’s pretty easy to see why eco-friendly aluminium radiators are becoming increasingly popular amongst UK consumers.
As well as being better at heating up and using less water, there are other environmental benefits of aluminium radiators too.
The biggest of these is that they’re made from recycled material.
So next time you feed your dog, have a can of coke or crack open a tin of beans, just think, that can in your hand may well end up on the wall of somebody’s home someday in the shape of a radiator.
Their low water content also means that they can afford to be a little smaller, which can be really useful when using them alongside a low-temperature heating system (like a ground source heat pump) because there’s no need for big oversized radiators to compensate for the low water temperature.
