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Which type of radiator is best for me?

I am refurbishing a farmhouse and want to install flat fronted radiators, but my builder isn't keen because they don't give off enough heat and cost more. Is this right?

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Submitted by Gill Dawson on 23 March 2010 - 4:40pm.

Jason Orme, Editor of

Jason Orme, Editor of Homebuilding & Renovating magazine answered a similar question to this in Homebuilding & Renovating magazine: While there is a difference between the outputs of completely flat-fronted radiators compared to their more traditional, standard-fit counterparts, it's not quite as much as your builder might claim. Generally builders often aim to push their clients in the easiest direction (for them), so you'll need to be insistent.

Submitted by Coby W on 23 March 2010 - 5:51pm.

This is handy

This is handy info. I'm having a similar problem with radiators at the moment. Much as I love the old cast iron ones, my hallway is quite narrow and they just take up too much room!

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