One of the most widespread ways to condition the home in winter and achieve that desired temperature, it is use radiators . In the past, just were considered basic heating elements whose styles and shapes for sale were limited.
Although many of us continue to opt for the shape of the radiator traditional, in truth, the market of the purchase and sale has changed a lot. Not only to improve the efficiency of the devices to high levels, too, have emerged the radiators of design with new shapes and aesthetics that adapt to perfection to any home decor.
Today, it's time to see how heating can also provide a touch of style to the house and for this, we have asked a colleague who works in heating materials how to choose the best models of decorative radiators from a perspective of coherence without losing the style or design that we need for home.
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The wide range of decorative radiators offers us a unique opportunity to decorate any space of the home, providing character and sophistication to the air conditioning, but, we have to know what purchase options offers us the market.
Without losing sight of the functionality of heating and its energy efficiency, three main elements are those that They will define the final design option that we choose: Material, color and shape.
The material they are made of is important, and although not we are going to go into technical aspects of which are more efficient or less, yes we must know the options that gives us the market for a radiator modern .
According to modern heating system in housing, we have: for a water radiator as a radiator electric (including radiant panels) …
The radiator models that use materials such as slate, rust finish, copper, limestone, glass etc This type of heaters with style , they integrate in a subtle, modern and elegant way in the decoration. Suitable for all environments and styles decorative; Industrial, modern, classic, minimalist, etc
Those made of aluminum or steel, although they are usually less aesthetic as design radiator , yes they are more functional and due to the competition that exists in the market, acquisition prices are cheaper.
A heater design in cast iron provide character exceptional to homes and more, in those spaces that They combine classic and modern decoration.
Although its prices in recent years have skyrocketed rise not to forget its durability and functionality. Many experts consider them essential in installations of high-end heating.
Material tips radiator:
The modern style radiators can be present in many colors, although we are used to a range of gray or ivory color (especially the radiators of water) if we look in a little more detail, we will have them many colors; red, black, blue, etc.
As we see in the following image, the fan is stunning and aesthetically perfect for any decoration…
There are also some manufacturers that give the possibility to users to customize it with paint of any color. Is an option to consider if our needs are very specific.
In the field of electric decorative radiator , the visual aesthetics goes further. There is no longer just variation in colors, we can also buy them with images impressive, with reliefs or that are a mirror, to put some examples.
Advice on choosing the color of the radiator:
In radiant panels, when using other materials like glass in its manufacture, options can be configured more diverse aesthetics. The so-called radiators box are a perfect example. that besides being a radiant panel with a very slim design, the profiles of the frame they can change in thickness and color.
If you want to have a totally "hidden" heating in home, you can read our article on underfloor heating and its advantages.
Another of the options that we can choose, according to our aesthetic needs, is the shape of the radiator. Although traditionally we find them divided with modules – vertical or horizontal elements, their shapes can be very varied, in fact, they are so varied that it has surprised.
We have square, in vertical rectangular format, horizontal design radiators, oval, with reliefs, narrow, others look like works of art, with the shapes of objects, etc And so, all the ways you can imagine.
The decorated heating panels that use boilers (they work with natural gas, diesel, etc.) has liquid to heat the house (water, oil, etc) with shapes coarser and thicker.
Radiant panels that run on electricity often be much thinner, with straight and extra-flat lines and with much more delicate and beautiful shapes.
Of all the rooms in the house, the bathroom is where most imagination is wasted from the perspective of heating and decor. Here, the designer towel radiator is the king in shapes and finishes, which we can also consult a wide information from the article on towel rails and radiators water towel rails.
There is also an important range in the different types of bioethanol fireplaces, an interesting alternative for heating and design.
Tips for choosing shape radiator:
Now that we know what characteristics should have modern radiators according to the style of interior design that we have at home, it's time to go to the store, but Before we have to know some information to make a purchase correct.
To size consistently, it is normal to place a radiator in each room and its size depends on the surface of the same (In large dining rooms, you still need two or three design radiators for living room – dining room)
As other factors also act that will determine the heater we need, you should know:
With all this basic information, a good expert can Help choose the best option. Always remember to look at the energy label that all appliances for sale have (the greener and higher (A++) the better it will optimize the heat, the more energy savings at home and less money you will spend on electricity or whatever fuel)
Although design matters, we must not lose sight of the function they perform, heating a room. always check your energy efficiency with the energy label correspondent and ask in store, they are the best they can advise you.
