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I am about to install a Kickspace convector heater and would like to use some kind of thermostatic control on it. Does anyone have recommendations on remote TRV heads or anything similar. I'd probably need about a 4 metre run of cable/capillary tube between the valve and the head. Thanks.

Thanks again shagty. Unfortunately the pump is up in the landing cupboard too so it rules out going across the boiler flow and return. Having looked at the pipework again today and taking into consideration the comments here about restrictions etc. I've deiced not to go that route. I think I...

Thanks Boilerman2. Maybe an electric kickspace would be an easier way to go. Seems a shame given the proximity of the hot water though. Not sure how running costs would compare these days. namsag - I did realize this would be an issue but the boiler had to be replaced so now I'm just...

Thanks all for your helpful suggestions. shagty - the natural convector would be a good idea but unfortunately I don't have the floor space for it. The HWS line is in the landing cupboard over the other side of the house. To connect there would involve messing with a lot of fitted carpets...

That's a neat idea adlplumbing, thanks. The main issue remains how I can plumb in any kind of radiator. Would two connections into the boiler return with maybe an injector tee on the rad return side be OK?

I have just had my ancient Potterton Neataheat boiler replaced with a Vaillant 428. The boiler is in a small utility room that we mainly use for hanging clothes to dry. The old Potterton used to throw out a fair bit of heat from the casing but the new boiler gives virtually no heat to the room...