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![Kartell KRAD Premium Radiator Type 21 Single 600 x 400mm]( "Kartell KRAD Premium Radiator Type 21 Single 600 x 400mm")
Kartell KRAD Premium Radiator Type 21 Single 600 x 400mm
£39.87 - £219.28 each (Ex VAT)£47.84 - £263.14 each (Inc VAT)The K-Rad type 21 600x70mm radiator is a premium central heating radiator that will look good in any room. It offers high performance and maximum efficiency, with a double panel and double convector. It is also easy to install and has a high-quality... -
![Kartell 2 Column Laser Klassic Anthracite Radiator 600 x 650mm]( "Kartell 2 Column Laser Klassic Anthracite Radiator 600 x 650mm")
Kartell 2 Column Laser Klassic Anthracite Radiator 600 x 650mm
£438.91 - £530.58 each (Ex VAT)£526.69 - £636.70 each (Inc VAT)The K-Rad 600mm Laser Klassic radiator in 2 column is perfect for the modern home. It can fit most spaces and can look beautiful in your house. It is manufactured from strong and durable materials and provides the best heat outputs which make your home... -
![Kartell 2 Column Laser Klassic White Radiator 600 x 644mm]( "Kartell 2 Column Laser Klassic White Radiator 600 x 644mm")
![Kartell 2 Column Laser Klassic White Radiator 600 x 644mm]( "Kartell 2 Column Laser Klassic White Radiator 600 x 644mm")
Kartell 2 Column Laser Klassic White Radiator 600 x 644mm
£229.78 - £407.75 each (Ex VAT)£275.74 - £489.30 each (Inc VAT)The K-Rad 600mm Laser Klassic radiator in 2 columns is either available in 1010mm, 1190mm, 650mm or 830mm and is perfect for the modern home. It can fit most spaces and can look beautiful in your house. It is manufactured from strong and durable... -
Kartell 3 Column Laser Klassic Anthracite Radiator 600 x 650mm
£377.79 - £772.25 each (Ex VAT)£453.35 - £926.70 each (Inc VAT)The K-Rad 600x1010mm 22 sec Laser Klassic radiato in 3 col is perfect for the modern home. It can fit most spaces and can look beautiful in your house. It is manufactured from strong and durable materials and provides the best heat outputs which make... -
![Kartell 3 Column Laser Klassic White Radiator 600 x 650mm]( "Kartell 3 Column Laser Klassic White Radiator 600 x 650mm")
![Kartell 3 Column Laser Klassic White Radiator 600 x 650mm]( "Kartell 3 Column Laser Klassic White Radiator 600 x 650mm")
Kartell 3 Column Laser Klassic White Radiator 600 x 650mm
£249.42 - £445.85 each (Ex VAT)£299.30 - £535.02 each (Inc VAT)The K-Rad 600mm is available 26 sec Laser Klassic radiator in 3 col is perfect for the modern home. It can fit most spaces and can look beautiful in your house. It is manufactured from strong and durable materials and provides the best heat outputs which... -
![Kartell 4 Column Legacy Radiator 660 x 600mm]( "Kartell 4 Column Legacy Radiator 660 x 600mm")
Kartell 4 Column Legacy Radiator 660 x 600mm
The K-Rad 4/65 column radiator with 17 sections is a stunning radiator with a vintage appearance, which is perfect for traditional homes. The luxurious style of the radiator is also undeniable, and comes in a range of different sizes, so it can be fitted... -
Kartell Aspen Designer Radiator Double Anthracite 600 x 1150mm
£277.79 - £663.35 each (Ex VAT)£333.35 - £796.02 each (Inc VAT)The stunning K-Rad Aspen Double radiator in 600x1150 combines both performance and style, with impressive heat outputs and will be a focal point for any room setting. The sleek design also adds a very contemporary feel to the room, with anthracite matte... -
![Kartell Aspen Designer Radiator Double White 600 x 370mm]( "Kartell Aspen Designer Radiator Double White 600 x 370mm")
![Kartell Aspen Designer Radiator Double White 600 x 370mm]( "Kartell Aspen Designer Radiator Double White 600 x 370mm")
Kartell Aspen Designer Radiator Double White 600 x 370mm
£165.25 - £550.97 each (Ex VAT)£198.30 - £661.16 each (Inc VAT)The stunning K-Rad Aspen Double radiator in 600x790 combines both performance and style, with impressive heat outputs and will be a focal point for any room setting. The sleek design also adds a very contemporary feel to the room, with a glossy white... -
Kartell Aspen Designer Radiator Single Anthracite 600 x 1150mm
£135.55 - £311.12 each (Ex VAT)£162.66 - £373.34 each (Inc VAT)The stunning K-Rad Aspen Vertical Single radiator in 600x1150 combines both performance and style, with impressive heat outputs and will be a focal point for any room setting. The sleek design also adds a very contemporary feel to the room, with... -
Kartell Aspen Designer Radiator Vertical Double Anthracite 1600 x 430mm
£278.89 - £473.89 each (Ex VAT)£334.67 - £568.67 each (Inc VAT)The stunning K-Rad Aspen Vertical Double radiator in 1600x430 combines both performance and style, with impressive heat outputs and will be a focal point for any room setting. The sleek design also adds a very contemporary feel to the room, with... -
Kartell Aspen Designer Radiator Vertical Single Anthracite 1600 x 430mm
£216.67 - £357.79 each (Ex VAT)£260.00 - £429.35 each (Inc VAT)The stunning K-Rad Aspen Vertical Single radiator in 1600x430 combines both performance and style, with impressive heat outputs and will be a focal point for any room setting. The sleek design also adds a very contemporary feel to the room, with... -
![Kartell Aspen Designer Radiator Vertical Single White 1600 x 430mm]( "Kartell Aspen Designer Radiator Vertical Single White 1600 x 430mm")
![Kartell Aspen Designer Radiator Vertical Single White 1600 x 430mm]( "Kartell Aspen Designer Radiator Vertical Single White 1600 x 430mm")
Kartell Aspen Designer Radiator Vertical Single White 1600 x 430mm
£180.00 - £297.62 each (Ex VAT)£216.00 - £357.14 each (Inc VAT)The stunning Aspen Vertical Single radiator combines both performance and style, with impressive heat outputs and will be a focal point for any room setting. The sleek design also adds a very contemporary feel to the room, with a glossy white finish... -
Kartell Boston Designer Radiator Double Anthracite 600 x 1190mm
£153.89 - £419.46 each (Ex VAT)£184.67 - £503.35 each (Inc VAT)The Boston Double K-Rad radiator is extremely sleek and supremely effective. It has a slender horizontal double panel design and can be wall-mounted with ease. It also has a high heat output, which is beneficial for in those cold, winter nights. It is... -
Kartell Boston Designer Radiator Double White 600 x 1190mm
£153.89 - £419.46 each (Ex VAT)£184.67 - £503.35 each (Inc VAT)The Boston Double K-Rad radiator is extremely sleek and supremely effective. It has a slender horizontal double panel design and can be wall-mounted with ease. It also has a high heat output, which is beneficial for in those cold, winter nights. It is... -
Kartell Boston Designer Radiator Single Anthracite 600 x 1190mm
£96.12 - £231.12 each (Ex VAT)£115.34 - £277.34 each (Inc VAT)The Boston Single K-Rad radiator is extremely sleek and supremely effective. It has a slender horizontal single panel design and can be wall-mounted with ease. It also has a high heat output, which is beneficial for in those cold, winter nights. It is... -
Kartell Boston Designer Radiator Single White 600 x 1190mm
£96.12 - £269.46 each (Ex VAT)£115.34 - £323.35 each (Inc VAT)The Boston Single K-Rad radiator is extremely sleek and supremely effective. It has a slender horizontal single panel design and can be wall-mounted with ease. It also has a high heat output, which is beneficial for in those cold, winter nights. It is... -
Kartell Curved Towel Rail 25mm Chrome 600 x 800mm
£69.13 - £121.15 each (Ex VAT)£82.96 - £145.38 each (Inc VAT)The 25mm Curved Towel K-rail in the size 600mm x 1000mm is a practical and aesthetically pleasing towel-rail, manufactured from steel with a trendy chrome finish which also adds a stylish and unique touch to the interior of the bathroom. It is suitable... -
Kartell K-Flat Kompact Radiator Type 11 Single 600 x 400mm
£183.84 - £235.34 each (Ex VAT)£220.61 - £282.41 each (Inc VAT)The K-Rad K-Flat radiator in Type 11 at 600x1000 is a horizontal double convector radiator, which will enhance any home with space saving classic elegance and efficiency. They have over a wide range of sizes, and the modern look to the radiator will... -
Kartell K-Flat Kompact Radiator Type 22 Double 600 x 400mm
The K-Rad K-Flat radiator in Type 22 at 600x1000 is a horizontal double convector radiator, which will enhance any home with space saving classic elegance and efficiency. They have over a wide range of sizes, and the modern look to the radiator will... -
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![Kartell KRAD Premium Radiator Type 11 Single 600 x 300mm]( "Kartell KRAD Premium Radiator Type 11 Single 600 x 300mm")
Kartell KRAD Premium Radiator Type 11 Single 600 x 300mm
£26.76 - £160.54 each (Ex VAT)£32.11 - £192.65 each (Inc VAT)The K-Rad type 11 600x1400 radiator is a premium central heating radiator that will look good in any room. It offers high performance and maximum efficiency, with a double panel and double convector. It is also easy to install and has a high-quality... -
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![Kartell KRAD Premium Radiator Type 22 Double 600 x 300mm]( "Kartell KRAD Premium Radiator Type 22 Double 600 x 300mm")
Kartell KRAD Premium Radiator Type 22 Double 600 x 300mm
£51.68 - £284.27 each (Ex VAT)£62.02 - £341.12 each (Inc VAT)The K-Rad type 22 600x105mm radiator is a premium central heating radiator that will look good in any room. It offers high performance and maximum efficiency, with a double panel and double convector. It is also easy to install and has a high-quality... -
Kartell Straight Towel Rail 25mm Chrome 600 x 800mm
£62.97 - £120.79 each (Ex VAT)£75.56 - £144.95 each (Inc VAT)The 25mm Straight Towel K-rail in the size 600mm x 1000mm is a practical and aesthetically pleasing towel-rail, manufactured from steel with a trendy chrome finish which also adds a stylish and unique touch to the interior of the bathroom. It is suitable... -
![Kartell Straight Towel Rail Chrome 600 x 1800mm]( "Kartell Straight Towel Rail Chrome 600 x 1800mm")
![Kartell Straight Towel Rail Chrome 600 x 1800mm]( "Kartell Straight Towel Rail Chrome 600 x 1800mm")
Kartell Straight Towel Rail Chrome 600 x 1800mm
£49.97 - £104.66 each (Ex VAT)£59.96 - £125.59 each (Inc VAT)The 22 x 600mm Straight Towel K-Rail provides a touch of class and a modern edge to your bathroom space, and is also operated by a central heating system for impressive heat outputs. The chrome finish also adds a trendy and unique touch to the interior... -
![Kartell Straight Towel Rail White 600 x 1000mm]( "Kartell Straight Towel Rail White 600 x 1000mm")
Kartell Straight Towel Rail White 600 x 1000mm
The 22m 600mm x 1000mm Straight Towel K-Rail provides a touch of class and a modern edge to your bathroom space, and is also operated by a central heating system for impressive heat outputs. The glossy white finish also adds a traditional touch to the...
Radiators & Heaters
Radiators have been around for a long time as hot water is a very common form of heating for homes. A radiator is essentially a metal structure that is made up of hollow areas that fill up with hot water, this in turn heats up the metal which warms up the room. Eventually the water cools, and the cold water moves down to the bottom of the radiator, before leaving via a pipe. The hot water stays at the top, which is why radiators are typically hotter at the top than at the bottom. Hot water is conveyed to the radiators using one of three methods: pressure pump, gravity, and convection. They are a necessity for 21st century modern life, and at Howarth we have a wide range of radiators and electric heaters to help you spread the warmth.
Types of Radiators
Before you decide which radiator would be the best fit for you, there are a few things you need to consider before making any decisions, for example: the type of windows you have (single our double glazed), whether your house is sheltered or exposed, and whether the size of the radiators could fit inside your home.
Steel is the most popular material of radiator, as it is an excellent heat conductor. They also heat up quickly, and they retain heat for a long time even after the central heating has switched off. Column radiators are traditionally styled radiators and are made from hollow tubes of mild steel or cast iron, and have been designed to maximise the surface area, which allows them to heat a room up rapidly.
Panel radiators are one of the original forms of radiator and can distribute both convection and radiant heat. They are fast, silent, and responsive.
Compact radiators are like panel radiators, except that they have a more modern look to them and can blend into any room in the house to provide guaranteed heating.
Towel rails have become widely popular over the last few years due to its trendy, modern appearance in most home and hotel bathrooms. Although towel radiators may not give off an extreme amount of heat in comparison to our compact radiators, they are great for keeping your towels fresh and dry and are nice to look at.
For further expert advice and guidance on which radiator would be best for your home, please contact your friendly local Howarth branch.
How to guides
How to bleed a radiator
A guide including step-by-step instructions on how to successfully bleed your radiator.
How to remove a radiator
A helpful guide which includes step-by-step instructions on how to successfully remove your radiator.
Towel Rails: An Ultimate Guide
An article featuring a wide range of information on towel rails, from colours to accessories and sizes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which are the best radiators?
At Howarth, we have a wide range of radiators on offer. Efficiency is important, and with new radiators, you'll want to look at the heat output to make sure you select one that's right for your room. It also depends on the size of your room, and what kind of design and style you’d like. Modern vertical radiators are a great choice as they are durable, have a great heat output, and are contemporary and elegant in design. However, they do take a while to heat up, and are quite big compared to other radiators. Compact radiators are also a good choice, as they are smaller and better for traditional spaces. They’re also lightweight and inexpensive but do contain a plainer design. Overall, there are a wide range of good radiators, but choosing which one is best for you ultimately depends on a lot of factors, such as heat requirements of the space, room sizes, window dimensions and even the materials used in the walls.
Do radiators use gas?
Gas central heating is one of the most widely used heating systems in the UK, with most homes using it. Radiators for gas central heating use a combination of convected and radiated heat to distribute heat. Hot water from the pipes warms the surface of a gas central heating radiator, which then radiates heat into the room. Cold air passes through the radiator channels and is heated by the hot pipes, circulating warm air across the room, and heating it via convection. This creates a comfortable and efficient thermal balance. However, because water takes longer to travel from the boiler to the radiators, your rooms may take longer to heat up.
How to turn off a radiator?
If your radiator has a thermostatic valve, locate it on the left side of the radiator to turn it off. Then clockwise turn the valve until the dial reads 0. Next, on the right hand side of the radiator, locate the second valve called the RAD valve, and twist it clockwise until it no longer twists. The radiator will be totally switched off and cooled once both valves are closed.
How to turn on a radiator?
To turn the radiator back on, turn the thermostatic valve anti-clockwise until you get to the desired number you’d like, such as 3 or 4. Then, on the right hand side of the radiator, locate the second valve and twist it anti-clockwise until it stops twisting. When the valves are fully on, turn it back a quarter, as this stops the valves from ceasing up from corrosion.