Please Note: The display picture on this listing is a radiator cover/cabinets from our traditional style small range size 1, one/two grille in the Finished MDF (Satin White) version of the product. The options on this listing will change the size, number of grilles and finish to the display pictures shown. SPK Joinery design and manufacture a range of fully assembled, fully finished radiator covers in both modern and traditional styles. It has a hexagonal-shaped panel at the front where we fit a grill of your choice, there are six options to choose from. The heat can radiate from the slit at the top, bottom and through the grill. Each section is separated by two deep grooves which add a stylish finish to the design If you're painting the cabinet, it's easier to do this before fixing it properly to the wall. Use a small paintbrush to make sure you get into every nook and cranny of the cut-out fretwork and edges. FAQs What is the most efficient radiator cover?

We make solid furniture pieces to place over a heat source. This causes a bit of a dilemma as real wood contains moisture. Once placed over a heat source, the moisture is expelled, causing the wood to distort. This means, next to a radiator, solid wood will twist and warp, especially over time. That’s up to you. There are lots of sources for ready-made covers in a range of materials and styles (see below). Some places will custom-build radiator covers for you. But it’s likely going to be cheaper to build one yourself, especially if you’re considering hardwood. How To Get the Right Size Radiator CoverOur handmade diamond brass grilles are finished with a lacquer to help to preserve the finish and look of the solid brass. Without affecting the classic colouring of the brass, the lacquer is added to protect the grille from tarnishing with everyday use and cleaning. Where can I use Polished Brass Grilles? Looking for a radiator cover that complements your traditional home perfectly? Look no further than our bespoke traditional radiator covers. You have two style choices: a topper that goes above the radiator, or a cabinet covering the top and three sides. Covers should have openings on the top and all sides for heat circulation. Both styles should be sturdy, especially if you plan to use the top as a shelf. Toppers are typically made of wood. Materials commonly used to make cabinets (covers) include:

We deliver our radiator cabinets assembled and ready to fix to the wall. Strong, weighty, robust with a pristine, flawless finish. We craft every radiator cabinet and radiator cover individually, for you. From start to finish, our made to measure radiator covers service makes the process easy for you. We build our radiator cabinets as pieces of solid furniture. Say goodbye to flimsy DIY store alternatives. We select our material with purpose. So, whether you need unique large radiator covers for a huge space or even radiator covers with storage, we craft furniture to suit your home. Our cabinets won’t distort over time or yellow like cheaper options. Our custom made radiator cabinets are an investment. But when it comes to value for money? We are unmatched. A unique way to use our brass grilles in the home is to create your own custom decorative screening. Used in bathrooms or to partition a living space, brass grilles create a luxe finish in any style of home. Custom Ventilation

Create a bespoke piece of furniture to cover tired radiators with our wooden radiator covers finished with our stunning brass grilles. Whatever style home you have created, add warmth and beautiful detailing with the perfect brass grill radiator cover inserts. Cabinets The Newark is a really stylish cover with lots of options to customise to your exact specification. Of course, we have to point out that most radiator covers will stop your radiators from heating up your home as efficiently. The best radiator covers to help minimise this is one will be ones with enough room at the top to allow the heat to circulate and have plenty of ventilation in the front panel. Here at Radiator Cabinets, we like to keep on-trend with the latest in-home décor. Therefore, we are currently focusing our attention on our mirrored Henley Radiator Cover. This style has been and will continue to be big throughout 2020.

Wood: Hardwoods work well, especially if you want the cover to blend with natural wood trim in a room. They’ll transfer less heat than metal and they’re more expensive. Whether you’re looking for large or small radiator covers, find various lengths here. For added flexibility, explore adjustable radiator covers to fix the size according to your needs. If you’re looking for modern radiator covers, we have plenty of MDF designs, including slats, squares, and lattice styles.

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The Oxford radiator cover shown here in oak with oak slatted grille. Design details are as Cambridge above but with a ‘picture frame’ style grille panel and shaped vents Off-the-peg radiator covers: If you’re looking for a cheap radiator cover, the most affordable option is to buy ready-made covers from the likes of Argos or B&Q – such as the ones we have listed above. As well as disguising a less-than-beautiful radiator, they also double up as useful shelving where you can display decorations or keep your keys or post to hand. They usually come in a choice of standard sizes, which will match up to newer panels. How to measure for a radiator cover You can choose just the right size from 760mm x 600mm to 1200mm x 650mm. If your radiator is larger or smaller than our sizing, just get in touch and we’ll discuss making a cover to your perfect size.

Radiator covers are also a great solution if you have a small space that young children are often in and you are worried about them bumping or burning themselves. Once your frame is complete, cut your wooden strips to the correct length, the same as the distance from the bottom support, to the top one. You’ll need enough to cover the entire width of the radiator, but keep in mind you’ll need to leave a 1cm gap between each one to allow the heat to escape. Five of the Best Radiator Covers available to buy now! Traditional Radiator Cabinets, the ideal solution? In our extra large traditional style radiator covers / cabinets range, there are 4 set sizes within this range, a variety of 6 grille patterns to choose from, 3 stages of finishes and 2 upgrade options also options for skirting board cut outs and control valve cut outs if required. All options are below to customise to requirements, please see our other items for more styles, ranges and sizes.Make sure the finished size fits without hitting obstructions, like window trim above the radiator or nearby walls. Radiator Cover Sources and Cost