Modern radiators
The right radiator can create style as well as warmth. Charley Ward explores how to turn your heating into a key design feature
Charley Ward
The striking Bisque Arteplano flat panel radiator will perfectly offset lavish interiors. Priced from £500 for a plain version and £1,275 for etched designs
Ensuring your property is heated efficiently through the colder months is crucial for preventing damp and keeping you and your family happy and healthy. If you’ve chosen to use radiators in your central heating setup, they will comprise an integral part of your house’s interiors, but the standard fluted white designs don’t typically add much flair to a space. Fortunately, contemporary options have real aesthetic appeal, and are carefully engineered to complement modern decor and living habits.
For instance, many companies now offer a personalised colour matching service. Choosing a bold accent shade can help incorporate the radiator into your scheme and create a pop of interest, while using the same hue as your walls will ensure it blends in perfectly. Some feature intricate patterns designed to be displayed like artwork.