Radiator reflector foil - is it worth it?

[r1bena]

Hi folks,

I'm going to replace a couple of radiators soon (500mm wide x 600mm high) and was wondering whether or not to bother with radiator reflector foil.

Does anyone know if it makes a noticable difference to the heating efficiency?

(It's a combi flow & return system with 9 rads.)

Thanks in advance,
R1

 

[masona]

I'm going to replace a couple of radiators soon (500mm wide x 600mm high) and was wondering whether or not to bother with radiator reflector foil.

I have 2 bay window radiator and as a test I put one behind the radiator and one without and have noticed it throw the heat more into the room with the reflector foil.

 

[r1bena]

Sounds like it's worth a go then...

Thanks,
R1