Aluminium Radiators

Aluminium Radiators Popular Questions

Why Choose An Aluminium Radiator?

So, why opt for an aluminium radiator? First off, aluminium is one of the most abundant natural metals on the planet, being found in much of the earth's crust. This metal is usually found within other rocks and is brought together into its solid form through man-made chemical processes. The metal itself is used incredibly widely, building aeroplanes, bicycles, aluminium foil and much more. In part, this is because it is lightweight and malleable, and also because it is cheap to produce due to its abundance on the earth.

There are plenty of reasons to invest in an aluminium radiator aside from its ease of use and great value. Aluminium is incredibly fast to heat up, and so is great for short bursts of heat in those small, quick to heat rooms. The lightweight nature of the aluminium radiator makes it one of the easiest radiators to install, and with its wide range of designs, you have a lot of freedom to personalise it too. The aluminium radiator is easy to find and install as well as great value.

Are Aluminium Radiators Better Than Steel Radiators?

Steel does not conduct heat as well as aluminium does. As a result, an aluminium radiator will reach your desired temperature far faster than a steel radiator of similar dimensions. This means you'll use less energy to power your aluminium radiators, resulting in lower heating expenses.

What Are The Benefits Of Aluminium Radiators?

The top 3 benefits of aluminium radiators are rapid heating, lightweight and low prices.

Aluminium radiators feature a lightweight and thinner design to provide rapid heat up, effectively warming your space quicker than many other radiator materials. Not only are they quick to heat up, they are also easier to install due to their low weight.If you are looking to be a little more eco-friendly then aluminium radiators are for you, aluminium is one of the most common metals found on earth and they are one of the most recyclable metals too, due to its abundance it also means that aluminium is a lot more affordable than other radiator materials, so you know you will be getting a premium quality radiator at a fantastic price, especially here at Designer Radiators Direct, were we have some of the lowest prices around. If you would like to learn more about the benefits of aluminium radiators please see our informative blog on the benefits of aluminum radiators.

What Aluminium Radiator Designs Are Available?

We have a wide range of aluminium radiators in a vast range of designs, shapes and sizes. This includes lightweight aluminium towel radiators along with our eco-friendly and energy-saving aluminium electric radiators. So no matter which room you are looking to heat, we will have an effective aluminium radiator for you. Aluminium radiators have such a range in designs that we couldn’t fit all the options available here, so instead take a look through our full range of aluminium radiators, we also feature a range of aluminium radiators on sale, so if you're looking for competitive prices, check out our sales page.

Are Aluminium Radiators Efficient?

There are reports that an aluminium radiator can save you up to 10% on your energy bills with an aluminium radiator because aluminium radiators are more efficient than other types of models. This is thanks to their ability to heat up quicker and use less water content. You’ll find with aluminium radiators you don’t need to leave the heating on as long to get to the optimal temperature for your room. 

What Size Aluminium Radiator Will I Need?

Depending on the size of the room you are looking to heat will depend on the size of the aluminium radiator you need. You will have to know the BTU required for your space (if you don’t already know), to find this out use our easy BTU calculator, all you have to do is input a little information regarding your room size and windows etc, and our calculator will work out the BTU output needed, so you can find a radiator to efficiently heat your room.

Which Aluminium Radiators Are The Best?

As all of our aluminium radiators produce rapid and high heat outputs, and are all lightweight in design it is really your preference in style and the size of room you need to heat. One of our most popular aluminium radiators is the Lux Heat Lincoln Horizontal Radiator. It has a fantastic low price, a range of finish options and a choice of sizes. For a sleek modern look see the luxurious Carisa Monza Vertical Radiator, the detailed appearance gives this a textured look for added style.

What Is The Life Expectancy Of Aluminium Radiators?

Aluminium radiator lifespans vary with each radiator, and depending on how the radiator is maintained can also affect the life expectancy of aluminium radiators. The lifespans can range anywhere up to 25 years. But again that depends on the radiator, the maintenance and if any other issues regarding your heating arises, like radiator sludge in your pipework etc. We do offer warranties on all of our aluminium radiators for added comfort, the warranties range from 5 years to 30 years. This does depend on the brand, for example, Lux Heat offers a 5 year warranty on all aluminium radiators.