The hallway is an important part of the modern home. The hallway very much ‘sets the standard’ for the overall decor of your home and that’s why getting it right helps you to set the scene for your home’s style.
Often, the first you see when entering a home is the hallway. And a big part of the design of your hallway can be your radiators.
Choosing the right radiators for your hallway can be an important decision. But, before you decide which radiators you want for your hallway, here are a handful of popular radiator ideas for hallways from the experts here at Bathroom Takeaway.
Mirrored Radiators
Wanting clever hallway radiator ideas? Look no further than a mirrored radiator.
Often, hallways can be awkwardly shaped rooms with little light, a mirrored radiator can tackle both of those problems.
Mirrored radiators make the most of any light that is in your hallway because, of course, they have a mirror that reflects light. Also, having a mirrored radiator means that you don’t have to have a mirror and a radiator in your hallway, a mirrored radiator combines them both!
Traditional Radiators
Traditionally-styled radiators are a great choice for period homes like Edwardian and Victorian-era properties.
The classic charm of these vintage radiators fits in perfectly with the style of older properties, adding an authentic feature that stays true to the ‘period look’.
That said though, traditional radiators have become a popular choice for modern homes too.
If you’re currently in the process of planning hallway radiators for either a new build or modern-styled home, then consider whether a traditional radiator could work in your hallway.
Flat Panel Radiators
One of the most popular radiator hallway ideas are flat panel designs.
Flat panel radiators work really well in contemporary homes and they’re a great upgrade if you're replacing type-22 and type-11 style radiators.
One modern hallway radiator idea that we love is to colour match your radiator with the wall it sits on. So, for example, if you’re planning on painting your wall grey then why not consider a flat panel grey radiator?
Coloured Radiators
Have you ever considered a coloured radiator for your new hallway?
Coloured radiators are available in a wide range of exciting and bright colours that can work really well in the hallway.
Coloured radiators are also available in nearly every radiator size so whether you have small hallway radiator ideas or a bigger radiator in mind. you are sure to find something that fits in with your new hallway design.
One top tip when planning a coloured radiator is to get the colour matching radiator valves too.
Hallway Radiator Cover Ideas
Here’s an idea for your hallway radiators, cover them up!
That’s right, radiator covers are a cost effective way to make your current hallway radiators look better.
There are 2 types of hallway radiator cover decorating ideas to think about: metal radiator covers and cabinetry radiator covers.
Metal radiator covers are great for heat retention, are durable, and work well in both modern and traditional settings.
Cabinetry-style radiator covers are a more cost effective option when compared to metal radiator covers. They work really well in period properties and are simple enough to install.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Does A Radiator’s BTU Mean?
BTU stands for British Thermal Unit and effectively it is a measurement by which a radiator's heat output is calculated and compared. For more information take a look at What Is A BTU And Why Does It Matter.
What Are The Best Ways To Retain Heat In The Hallway
Making sure there are no unnecessary drafts is the best way to retain heat in your hallway. Drafts are caused by gaps under doorways and around windows so make sure you do everything you can to fill in any gaps.
Why Is My Hallway Cold?
If you feel like your hallway just isn’t warm enough (especially in the colder months) then there are 2 major things that could be causing this. First, the size of your radiators may not be big enough to sufficiently heat your hallway. Second, there may be unnecessary drafts which are allowing heat to escape from your hallway.
