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The quest for the new, the up to date, the contemporary, is always ongoing in terms of design. This is because the market evolves and moves so fast that there is always something new to look for. People will always seek something unique, to make their own individual mark on their design, and this desire means every single household item comes under scrutiny. This includes radiators. Now, with good reason, people view radiators as a purely functional thing, a shapely metallic lump which is there just to heat and cool down. It’s uncomplicated and unfussy, things that don’t immediately lend themselves to the chichi world of design and fashion. More recently however, radiators have seen an awful lot of design attention, and as such whole new ranges have sprung up that can really suit modern room layouts. Here’s just a few ways to modernise your radiators. Materials Move away from iron radiators, as quality modern radiators now make use of low carbon steel. This high grade material is perfectly suited to radiator construction, as it is extremely resistant to corrosion while also being strong and durable. This equates to a long life, meaning you need not worry about replacing your radiator for a good long while. Shape & Style Traditionally, radiators would be situated along the wall, on the horizontal plane. This has been added to now with a raft of new vertical radiators, whose fresh new aspect projects a fine contemporary vibe in your room. The thing is, horizontal radiators can themselves be viewed in modern terms with the addition of a fresh exciting finish or tube shape. Speaking of which… Colours & Finishes This is one area where there has been significant change. Where before radiators tended to be painted out of sight in boring shades, now a number of attractive modern finishes are available. Black, chrome and anthracite looks are the most popular finishes for designer radiators as they complement sleek contemporary designs very well. Electrify! Electric radiators are a functional way to bring your radiators bang up to date. These run – as the name suggests – off wired electric current and not the central heating system, which is handy if you are short of a gas supply. Better yet, dual fuel radiators are the best, as the installation of an element means you can use a certain radiator in isolation, with the concomitant benefits of reduced energy consumption.
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