Radiator Type

[Carlnorwich]

I'm about to buy a new radiator, I have the size I need but are radiator attachments all the same? I mean, do all radiators function the same, or do they vary which means I may need a different type of radiator for my heating system, or can I just pick up any from the shelf?

I have a combi boiler if that makes any difference.

Many thanks.

 

[gigz]

No thery're all the same, only difference is you get what you pay for (go to a plumbers merchants not the local diy stores) also remember to add inhibitor or it'll rust from the inside out.

 

[Carlnorwich]

Excellent - Many thanks

 

[bengasman]

Avoid Barlo radiators, and all others where the bleeding screw goes directly in the panel.
If the bleeding screw is in a large (about 20 mm) nut, you can replace it if damaged.
Why did you ask about different rads, are you thinking about something special?

 

[Carlnorwich]

I'm not looking for a special radiator, I was in a local builders merchant, looked at all the rads; shelves and shelves of them and just thought I better check before I buy one - thought I'd probably pick the wrong one up. I didn't look too close to see they had all the same connections - just thought it was worth asking before I cart one home.

Thanks for your help.