Latest News
Whether you're looking to upgrade your heating system, seeking tips on energy efficiency, or simply interested in the latest trends, our blog is your ultimate resource. Get ready to immerse yourself in the captivating world of radiators and discover how these humble fixtures can enhance both the aesthetics and functionality of your home.
2 Column vs 4 Column vs 6 Column Radiators: Which One Should You Choose?
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes All three of these column radiators are cast iron. The only real difference is depth: how many columns run front to back through each section. That single number decides how far the radiator projects off the wall, how much heat it puts out and how much visual weight it brings…
Traditional vs Modern Cast Iron Radiators: Which One Should You Choose?
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes This one’s simpler than it looks, because both sides of the comparison are cast iron. Same casting process, same thermal mass, same 10 year guarantee. Traditional cast iron radiators carry the ornate scrollwork and decorative caps of a Victorian or Edwardian original. Modern cast iron radiators use the same iron…
Cast Iron Radiators vs Panel Radiators: Which One Should You Choose?
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Panel radiators are the ones you already know: flat pressed steel, usually white, with fins tucked behind to boost the output. Cast iron radiators work differently. There are no fins and no seams, because a solid cast column does the job a bolted-on fin does elsewhere. That’s the real split…
Column Radiators And Cast Iron Radiators: Are They The Same Thing?
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes You’ll find column radiators everywhere, and most of them are steel: welded tube sections styled to echo a traditional look, priced to move fast and quick to heat up. We build cast iron radiators from columns too, section by section, but each column is cast solid rather than welded from…
Cast Iron Radiators vs Steel Radiators: Which One Should You Choose?
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Steel radiators heat a room fast. They suit smaller, well insulated spaces where a quick response matters more than lingering warmth. Cast iron radiators take longer to reach temperature, but they hold onto that heat long after the boiler cuts out. That’s why they suit period properties, larger rooms and…
Cast Iron Radiators vs Aluminium: Which One Should You Choose For Your Home?
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Aluminium radiators heat up faster than almost anything else on the market. They weigh a fraction of the alternatives, which suits modern, well insulated rooms and installs where wall strength is tight. Cast iron radiators take longer to reach temperature, but they hold that heat for hours after the boiler…
Radiator valves control the flow of hot water into your heating system, directly affecting the warmth of your rooms and the amount of energy you use. They’re small components that make a big difference to your comfort and heating bills. Whether you’re upgrading your heating system, replacing faulty valves or installing new radiators, understanding the…
Radiator Valves Explained
Radiator valves control the flow of hot water into your heating system, directly affecting the warmth of your rooms and the amount of energy you use. They’re small components that make a big difference to your comfort and heating bills. Whether you’re upgrading your heating system, replacing faulty valves or installing new radiators, understanding the…
Heat pump vs gas boiler: which one works best with cast iron radiators?
Estimated reading time: 6 minutes A gas boiler suits homeowners who want a familiar, lower-cost installation and don’t mind a slightly higher long-term running cost. A heat pump suits homeowners planning to stay in their home for years, who can claim government grant support and want lower-carbon heating. The real difference between the two isn’t…
Do you need larger cast iron radiators with a heat pump?
Cast iron radiators are often a touch bigger on a heat pump than they’d be on a gas boiler, though not always by much, and not necessarily a different radiator altogether. Because you can add sections to most Paladin models, getting more output usually means lengthening the radiator you already like rather than swapping it…
WHAT MAKES OUR CAST IRON RADIATORS UNIQUE?
- We are one of the leading Cast Iron Radiator manufacturers in the UK
- Our cast iron radiators are hand-built in the UK by our team of expert craftsmen, delivered to your home from just 7 days.
- Paladin has its own dedicated foundry producing some of the finest radiator castings available today.
- When it comes to finishing we offer a wide range of superb options including a full colour matching service.
“I want to say thanks and how fantastic the radiators look along with the cast quality and the excellent painting and polishing finish. I now can’t wait to get them installed! Many thanks again for all your help and assistance.”
“Thank you for all your help, we will definitely recommend Paladin to anyone we know who is looking for cast iron radiators and will get in touch when we’re needing radiators for our ground floor.”