Modern science and engineering techniques have brought antique cast iron radiators into the twenty first century.
Manufacturers produce sleek minimalist designs with high efficiency and functionality that increase your comfort and lower your energy bills.
The modern cast iron radiator system offers many advantages over popular forced air systems which can wind up saving you some money at the end of the day.
The Advantages of Radiator Technology When expert engineers and architects incorporate radiators into newly built homes or office buildings, they take advantage of the way in which radiators heat the surrounding air to build a more efficient environment.
A radiator based system is able to avoid the common hot or cold spots seen in forced air systems.
In addition, because radiators are not reliant upon flowing air throughout the house, your living space seems less drafty.
This is a huge benefit, especially to people with allergies, as particulates in the air will not flow as easily from room to room.
Zoning For Efficiency Modern radiator systems take advantage of something called 'zoning.
' What this means is that different sets of radiators can be controlled independently.
This allows you to have precise control over the temperature in different areas or rooms of your house.
Why have the heat blasting in the entire house if everyone's only in one area? Why have the heat on downstairs when you're in bed watching the TV? Why are you wasting energy upstairs if your family is gathered at the dinner table downstairs? With zoning control you significantly save on energy costs by only heating the areas of your home where you are.
Can a Modern System Use Vintage Units? The answer to this is an emphatic 'Yes!' By combining vintage units with modern zoning technology, you get the best of both worlds.
You get the look and feel of Victorian era charm with the comfort and energy efficiency of modern engineering.
So find your vintage units and call your local professional to get your radiator system running, and your energy bills lower!