Heating radiators do not always harmoniously fit into the interior of the room, especially for old cast-iron batteries. Even modern heating appliances that have an aesthetic appearance look apart in a room stylized as a classic or country style. To hide a radiator that violates the design of the room, decorative grilles or screens are used.
When purchasing such a design, do not forget that the main function of the batteries is to heat the room and the grilles on the radiators should not be an obstacle to normal heat transfer. A wide selection of similar products is on sale, in order to choose the right grate, you need to understand the principle of operation of heating radiators.
Requirements for gratings and screens
The principle of operation of radiators is based on the convection movement of air flows and infrared thermal radiation. Convection flows are formed when air comes into contact with the radiator and are directed upwards, while thermal radiation proceeds perpendicularly from the heated surface of the battery and heats the space in front of it. At the same time, 60% of thermal energy comes from radiation, and 40% from the natural movement of convection currents.
When choosing grilles for radiators, you need to pay attention to the following points:
- The decorative design must ensure the free circulation of warm air and the passage of direct heat radiation from the radiator. To do this, the product must have a front panel with openings of at least 50% of the total area, and an open upper horizontal surface.
- The dark inner surface of the grille on the radiator ensures better heat absorption and transmission. The color of the outer surface does not affect the heating efficiency, it is selected depending on the design of the room.
- The convection currents of warm air created by the radiator drag dust particles along with them, which will inevitably lead to the accumulation of dirt on the surface of the grille. The decor material should be easy to clean, including with the use of detergents.
- In addition to a decorative purpose, the grille also performs a protective function, covering the corners and ribs of radiators. This is especially true if there are small children in the house. The product must not have sharp protruding parts that could be a source of danger.
Many buyers make typical mistakes, paying attention first of all to the appearance of the grille for the radiator. For example, a solid panel with small holes at the bottom and top will not be able to provide free circulation of warm air, despite the fact that it will be tinted dark from the inside. A large amount of heat is required to heat the premises, which will result in an increase in energy costs.
Not the best option would be a wooden heating radiator grill in the form of a box with openings made of planks on the front panel, but covering the device from all sides. It will only allow thermal radiation to pass through and prevent convection currents blocking cold air from the window. In the interior, the wooden structure looks good, besides, flowers can be placed on the top surface, but in terms of efficiency, it leaves much to be desired.
The best option for a grille on a heating radiator would be a design with holes or slots located in the upper part of a sufficient area to direct heated air upwards, which will ensure that cold streams are cut off from the window opening.
The heating efficiency will help to increase the aerodynamic visor installed under the windowsill. It is a narrow metal or cardboard strip that prevents warm air from accumulating on top of the battery. Another good addition is a heat injector in the form of two directional blades on top of the grate. The fact is that part of the heated air accumulates in the gap between the screen and the radiator. The heat injector collects the accumulated air and directs it in a powerful stream towards the room.
Design features of gratings
The determining parameters when choosing a grill design are the dimensions of the radiator and its position in the wall opening. Basically, the batteries are located in a niche under the window, the upper part of which is the window sill.
There are several basic designs for decorating radiators:
- The radiator grill in the form of a box completely covers not only the battery, but also the heating pipes connected to it.
- Hinged grilles with a lid are used to decorate radiators protruding from under the windowsill or located on a flat wall.
- Hinged grids without a cover are designed for batteries, the top of which is completely hidden by a window sill.
- Flat screens are used to cover heaters recessed in a niche.
When choosing grilles for radiators with a lid, it should be borne in mind that for normal convection, their upper part should protrude from under the window sill by 2/3 of its depth.
Metal gratings
Such gratings are a perforated metal sheet with holes in the form of a pattern. The metal has excellent heat dissipation, and looks elegant in any interior. There are varieties with a metal frame, inside of which a mesh with cells of various shapes and sizes is stretched. In addition to outwardly simple models, gratings are made with a coating that imitates various textures of wood and combined panels, in which, in addition to metal, other materials are used.
The paint and varnish coating on metal grilles is applied by powder spraying, which does not fade and reliably protects the metal from corrosion and minor mechanical damage in the form of scratches. In the event of a change in the design of the room, the grille can be repainted.
Metal products are easy to install, have an affordable price and a wide range of models. They are deservedly popular with both owners of country houses and apartments. It will be problematic to make a metal grill for a radiator on your own - it is better to purchase a finished product. It is possible to order a custom-made panel if the standard products do not fit due to the exclusive shape of the radiator or its unusual installation location.
PVC gratings
Grilles for PVC radiators can be made entirely of PVC or have a steel frame. In terms of thermal conductivity, this material is much inferior to metal, so most of the thermal radiation will be blocked, which will accordingly lead to an increase in the cost of heating.
PVC withstands high temperatures well and does not emit toxic substances at the same time, the only exception is cheap types of plastic. Lattices retain an aesthetic appearance for a long time and can have a variety of shapes and colors that imitate natural materials. Polyvinyl chloride screens belong to the budget category - compared to products made from other materials, the cost is the lowest. The disadvantage of plastic panels is their low strength, which must be taken into account when installing in a children's room.
wooden lattice
Wood is a natural material that creates a special comfort in the room. That is why wooden grilles on radiators are very popular. In addition, wood is an environmentally friendly material and will never harm the residents of the house. Well-crafted and toned wood blends harmoniously into any room design, as grilles can be made in a variety of architectural styles. The cost of such products is quite high, especially if they are made to order, taking into account the individual wishes of the customer.
Various types of wood are used as a material, which is the determining factor in the cost of gratings. To reduce the susceptibility of wood to temperature changes, finished products are varnished in several layers.
A cheaper alternative to gratings made entirely of wood are screens with a wooden frame and an MDF insert. Fibreboards have good thermal conductivity and can easily withstand temperature fluctuations. A wide range of colors and cut patterns allows you to choose MDF gratings for any interior space.
Glass screens
Glass is considered a fragile material, but in this case it is not at all the case. For the manufacture of screens, tempered high-strength glass 6-8 mm thick is used, which is even specially problematic to damage.
Usually the glass screen looks like a solid panel mounted on the wall. It completely covers the radiator from the front, preventing heat radiation. Above and below there is space for the free movement of convection currents.
Glass can be transparent, translucent or frosted in various shades. It is also possible to apply drawings and photographs on order by thermal printing, which allows you to fit the glass screen on the radiator into any interior of the house.
Wooden gratings are widely used in various interior solutions - as gratings for radiators, pergolas for garden structures, arbors, in the installation of decorative fences, and in the manufacture of furniture. We offer several typical types of beech and oak decorative gratings for various purposes.
Grids for batteries
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Currently, decorative screens for heating radiators have firmly taken their place in the design of modern interiors. We specialize in the production of both ready-made battery screens on a turn-key basis, as well as the sale of accessories for the manufacture of screens, namely radiator grilles and framing profiles made of solid beech and oak. In order to determine the width of the wooden lattice, it is necessary to measure the height of the desired screen. In this case, it should be taken into account that part of this distance will be covered either by a frame beam or additional elements, i.e. , if the height from the floor to the window sill, for example, is 800 mm, then taking into account the width of the frame beam of 55 mm, a 700 mm radiator grille will be enough. The decorative grilles offered by us can be easily cut to the required size using a conventional jigsaw. As a standard frame (and the cheapest option), we suggest using a frame bar in which the decorative grille is attached with nails or a thin plank. |
To close the battery screens from the sides and from the top, we use a furniture board (oak and beech) thickness. 18 mm. As an alternative (cheaper) material, you can use a furniture board made of needles or plywood .
Garden pergolas
We produce pergolas of various sizes and sections of beech and oak bar. Pergolas - wooden lattices used in the manufacture of arbors, garden and summer cottages.
This page lists the main types, sizes and prices of decorative wooden gratings that we produce and which can be purchased from a warehouse in Moscow. You can find out about the cost of manufacturing screens in the section SERVICES - MANUFACTURING SCREENS
With a one-time purchase of more than 10 wooden gratings, there are discounts from 5%. We send wholesale prices for decorative wooden lattices on request.
| Decorative lattice - photo | Description of decorative grilles | Dimensions | Price beech |
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| 1. Small decorative lattice. Can be used to make curved screens, arches, etc. | Length 2000mm, width 400, 500, 600, 700, 800mm. Cell 7x7mm, bar 6x6mm. | 1650 | 1750 | |
| 2. Radiator grille is decorative. | Length 2000 and 2500mm, width 400, 500, 600, 700, 800mm. Cell 14x14mm, bar 12x9mm. | 1550 | 1700 | |
| 3. Radiator grille decorative straight. | Length 2000mm, width 400, 500, 600, 700, 800mm. Cell 14x14mm, bar 12x9mm. | 1800 | 2000 | |
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4.Decorative wooden lattice | Length 2000mm, width 400, 500, 600, 700, 800mm. Cell 10x10mm, bar 10x5 mm. | 1700 | 1900 |
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This grate can be used not only for the manufacture of screens for radiators, but also as decorative fences. |
Length 2000mm, width 400, 500, 600, 700, 800mm. Cell 20x20mm, bar 20x5 mm. | 1500 | 1750 |
| 6. Lattice decorative, wooden, one- and two-sided | Length 1000mm, width 800mm. Cell 12x16mm, bar 20x15mm. It can be typed in any size both in length and in width. | 1800 | 2100 | |
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9. Slotted lattice. Made to order from MDF, veneered plywood. For more information about the types and ornaments of slotted carvings, see |
Maximum size 2000x1000 | 8500 | |
| frame beam | 57x23mm | 170 | 230 | |
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Ready-made frame for the heating radiator screen.
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Oak pergolas for gazebos (are available) |
Dimensions: length 2 and 2.5 m, width 900 mm Bar 25*20 mm, cell 110*110 mm and 80*80 mm |
1850 | |
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Pergolas - wooden lattice used for the manufacture of arbors, garden structures. This type of pergola is made only of oak. (Can be enlarged in a new window) |
Bar 20 * 5 mm; cell 40*40 and 60*60 mm |
1600 | |
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Dimensions: length 2 and 2.5 m, width 400; 500; 600; 700; 800; 900 mm. Bar 12*10 mm; |
1500 | 1600 | |
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Arbor pergolas, garden pergolas |
Dimensions: length 2 and 2.5 m, width 400; 500; 600; 700; 800; 900 mm. Bar 12*10 mm; Cell 40*40 mm |
1400 | 1500 |
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The use of wooden grilles is not really limited to radiator screens. They look great as decorative wooden fences for cafes, bars, restaurants, in the manufacture of furniture, as various joinery made of wood, decorative interior elements. Interior arches made of wood using a small decorative lattice look very original and beautiful (because it bends very well). The same grating can also be used as door and window slopes and door trims.
Water heating radiators, being part of engineering communications, are usually not considered as interior decoration, although designers are certainly working on this as well. But since in a modern house both the interior and the optimal practical characteristics of all household elements are given increased attention, such a nuance as grilles for heating radiators also acquires a certain importance.
Installing convection grilles or screens on radiators combines several functions, decorative and practical. Therefore, a properly selected grate for a heating battery - its material, design, coating, technical parameters, ease of fastening and cost - are of no small importance.
Decorative grille for a heating battery - main functions:
Regarding the stylistic moments of choice, the heating radiator fencing has many trivial and non-trivial design options, the use of materials, coatings and specific characteristics, which affects both the functional side of the issue - convenience and practicality in operation, and the price.
Decorative lattices from various materials
Depending on the material used, protection for heating batteries today is presented in the following formats:
Plastic decorative grilles
Decorative grilles for plastic or PVC grilles are the most widely used way of decorating and protecting heating radiators today. PVC gratings have a number of undeniable advantages. Initially, of course, this is a huge selection of shapes, a variety of textures for the slots of convection holes, plastic colors, and a universal gradation of the size range.
The second indisputable advantage of a plastic grill is, of course, the price. If you need an inexpensive grill for a heating battery, the price of a PVC grill will be minimal in this case. When the choice is made, you can buy plastic decorative grilles for radiators in almost any hardware or hardware store, as well as in an interior boutique, depending on stylistic preferences.
The material from which plastic grilles are made is similar in its parameters to that used for the production of windows.
It is non-combustible, and, subject to technology, it is able to withstand temperatures up to 95 ° C without structural changes, so that even with the maximum heat load of the heating system, the decorative grille will not lose its parametric shape.
PVC grilles do not require painting and are easy to clean with ordinary detergents. But when choosing such a grating, you should pay attention that the color of the product is the color of the material, and does not represent a coating or film.
If you plan to purchase a protective screen for a radiator in a nursery, or any sports-oriented room, it makes sense to take into account the fact that the strength characteristics of such products are quite low, and it may be better to choose a metal or wooden screen. In a situation where the question arises - how to close the radiators with your own hands, plastic grilles are the least troublesome option.
Decorative grilles for wooden heating radiators
Wooden gratings and boxes for decorating and protecting heating radiators have the longest tradition in this area of economic application, and quite a lot of experience has naturally accumulated both in the design features of such products and in their use as interior elements - up to using them as part of furniture in room. Such non-trivial solutions are especially indispensable when it is required to fit heating radiators into a classic interior.
But even in a modern stylish interior, such details are never superfluous, especially if a good architect or designer has worked with the space. The tree has attractive aesthetic and environmental properties, which allow you to turn a practical household item into a decoration, and sometimes even a work of art. Such stylish natural interior details always create a certain cozy atmosphere in the room.
The material gives the designer great freedom to implement creative ideas, up to frills with unique carvings, or all kinds of inserts and overlays. The plasticity and pliability of wood has always inspired artists. Wooden gratings should be made from hardwoods, since when heated, any conifers begin to release resin, dry out, crack, and the product may lose its original shape and appearance.
Common types of wood used are: beech, ash, oak, although, if funds are available, more exotic versions are possible. The price of such wood-based materials is quite high, and therefore the cost of products is usually higher than for other types of protective screens. If you choose a wooden version of the grille for heating radiators, you can buy or order it at the factory or in a specialized salon.
Decorative grilles for heating radiators made of MDF
Unlike fiberboard, or chipboard, whose adhesive backing can release toxins when exposed to high temperatures, MDF is not as susceptible to heat exposure and can be used as elements of protective grilles. MDF boards, covered with a special wood-like film, or painted, are used in combination with wood, which sometimes significantly reduces the cost of manufacturing wooden structures, and creates the possibility of factory machining - perforating and carving the material with high quality and speed.
Protective screens made of MDF have increased characteristics of strength, moisture resistance, resistance to temperature effects.
In production, there are a large number of various pattern templates, according to which perforation and processing are carried out, from which the customer can easily select the shape and convection characteristics of the product to his taste. Covering with such a screen is quite an aesthetic and inexpensive solution.
Tempered glass screen protectors
Glass decorative protective screens have a specific look and texture, so their use is most often in demand in designer interiors, when the style involves specific accents and solutions. Such a screen is a safety plate made of tempered glass, which is almost impossible to break, fastened with special fittings (usually decorative). The surface of the plate can be matte, glossy, colored, engraved, sealed with a special film with drawings or photographs.
Decorative metal screens
The most versatile, common and practical version of the grille for heating radiators, which you can buy in a specialized store, or order, is a metal screen. Usually it is a sheet of perforated steel or aluminum, the front surface of which is painted in any color requested by the customer (it is better if it is powder coated), and the reverse side is covered with black or dark brown paint to improve the convection properties of the product.
The advantages of such decoration are obvious: high thermal conductivity, wear and impact resistance, low price and easy installation, no deformation, quick replacement. When buying such a grille for heating radiators, the dimensions are calculated very simply - just add a couple of centimeters to the length and height of the radiator. So, if you have a question - how to close the radiator in a room, this is a simple and very economical solution.
As you know, not every house or apartment has an elegant look installed. Unfortunately, some old-style heating radiators can significantly complicate the efforts of the owners to keep the room in a certain style. Decorative grilles or screens can come to the rescue.
Such decorative grilles for heating radiators, if they are wisely chosen, should not disturb the harmony of the updated design of the room. On the contrary, they can be a great addition to the overall design and an effective camouflage tool for unsightly looking old batteries.
Decorative grilles or screens can be made independently by choosing the material and the color that matches the curtains and wallpaper. It is possible to order an exclusive sample in the workshop, and as the easiest option, purchase ready-made screens in a household or furniture showroom (shop).
In order to choose the right or make your own grilles, one must not forget about the main thing - the functional purpose of the radiator itself. installed for space heating, and the grate should not interfere with effective heat transfer in the room. Many homeowners refuse to install these decorative elements for fear that they will retain heat, and heating will cost a pretty penny.
There is, of course, common sense in such reasoning. However, it must be said that it is quite possible to choose or make such a grill that will perfectly mask the battery, and at the same time not something what will not close, but on the contrary, with its configuration and layout of parts, it will even increase the flow of heat into the room.
To get the right grate, you need to understand the principle of operation of a heating radiator and some laws of thermal physics.
The principle of operation of the radiator and the requirements for the screen ( lattice)
How does a standard heating radiator work?
When heated, the battery transfers heat into the room in two ways: with the help of heated air flows - this is called the convention process, and also through direct thermal radiation in the infrared range.
These two ways of transferring thermal energy can change in priority and efficiency depending on the ratio of the temperature of the coolant and the room in the room, on the specific design and on external factors - the presence of interference, etc.
For example, cast-iron batteries in not very strong colds heat the room for the most part with the help of a convention. But with the output of the heating system to the maximum, when the coolant heats up to 70 degrees or more, then heat enters the room mainly due to infrared radiation.
Modern ones work on the same principle, but they have the ability to adapt more flexibly to the influence of external factors. For example, if heat enters the room with difficulty (this can happen if the batteries are closed with thick curtains), then the heat flows in the battery move closer to the outer front planes of the sections. In this case, the radiator switches to work in heat-radiating mode.
In any case, for the operation of the radiator to be as efficient as possible, it is necessary to provide both possibilities for heat exchange. For example, it is necessary to install grilles on converter radiators that do not have an upper horizontal panel. This is necessary for the free circulation of heated air.
If a screen is installed, then one must be selected that will ensure the free circulation of heated air currents and the passage of direct infrared radiation. These conditions can only be met if case if there are sufficiently large holes on the front panel of the screen (at least 50% of the total area) and free space above the radiator - for convection currents.
In addition, there are other conditions that must be met in order to achieve the most efficient heat transfer.
Combination of physics and design
In order for the selected grille or screen not to interfere with the radiator to function properly, a couple more points must be foreseen.
The outer cladding material must have good thermal conductivity so that infrared radiation does not remain in a confined space, but is effectively transmitted into the room.
The interior of the grille or screen must be painted dark. This ensures good heat absorption and further transmission. The outer side can have any shade, the one that best suits the interior design - this does not affect the heating efficiency in any way, but it is recommended to cover the inside dark brown or black paint.
Video: decorative screens for radiators
Prices for popular models of heating radiators
Heating radiators
Heat reflective wall shielding
Heat transfer can be significantly reduced from the fact that a lot of heat energy is spent on absolutely unnecessary heating in the outer walls in the places where radiators are attached to them. In order to direct heat towards the room, a reflective screen is attached to the wall behind the radiator. This auxiliary element is usually made of rolled foam insulation with a mandatory foil surface. The shiny side of the screen is attached to the side of the room - this "mirror" will effectively redirect the heat coming from the battery towards the room.
Sometimes, before installation, a foam plastic is fixed to the wall, which also has a reflective layer, and only after that the battery is mounted. This option will help to keep warm and save a lot of money on energy consumption.
Efficient grid
In order not to make a mistake when choosing or manufacturing a grating or screen, you need to take into account some points.
- A very unfortunate version of the screen is a solid panel that has very small holes at the top and bottom or over the entire surface.
Unsuccessful option - small holes will limit the convection flow They will not be able to provide the necessary circulation of heated air masses, even if the inner surface of the grille is covered with black paint. In this case, you will have to spend a large amount of fuel to heat the rooms, which means that high costs will follow.
- Another, more acceptable, but still not very effective version of the grid is a wide frame made of wood, which closes the battery around and has a grid of slats located far from each other on the front side.
A wooden grate is a good thing if it is not covered with a solid shelf from above. This option gives good heat dissipation only On the one side- direct infrared radiation, but does not create a thermal curtain and does not block the flow of cold air coming from the window.
In terms of design, this model looks good, as the tree is suitable for any interior. In addition, the top of the frame can be adapted to accommodate indoor plants. However, given the insufficient circulation of warm air, this is not the best grill option.
- The best option for a screen in all respects would be a grate, which will simultaneously direct warm air upwards, thereby blocking the path of cold streams from the window, which means that there should be either holes or directed slots on top of the grate.
In addition, the design in which the aerodynamic visor is provided will be very successful. It is especially convenient if the radiator is hidden under the window window. Made of a narrow strip of metal or even thick cardboard, it will not allow heated air to accumulate on top of the radiator, it will redirect it towards the room.
Another very effective design addition is the so-called thermal injector. A lot of warm air is collected in the space between the front wall of the screen and the radiator itself. If you install two directional blades, they will collect these accumulated warm masses and direct them towards the room with a powerful stream. This is completely unnoticeable when the radiator barely works at low temperatures. But as soon as the coolant begins to heat up strongly, to the full “winter” mode, the effect of such an injector is impressive - the flow of hot air becomes very noticeable.
The figure shows a grating-screen, which almost completely satisfies all of the listed requirements:
Scheme of the "ideal" lattice with additional improvements - From the outer wall, the heating radiator is fenced with a heat-insulating layer with a foil coating (A).
- An aerodynamic visor (B) is installed on top of the wall and up to the edge of the window sill.
- The two vanes on the top front form the heat injector (B).
- The front panel of the screen is a lattice structure (G) with large cells.
Cold air (blue arrows, pos. 1), penetrates from below, heats up, rises up, without stagnation under the window window due to the installed visor, it goes into the room (brown arrows, pos. 2).
At high heating temperatures, the injector comes into play, bringing its significant contribution to the process of creating a directed hot convection flow.
Direct thermal radiation is shown by dotted red arrows. Its rays, directed backwards, are reflected from the "mirror" of the foil insulation and redirected to the front part.
Here, the rays of thermal energy either freely pass through the holes of the lattice into the premises, or are absorbed by the material of the lattice (as we remember, it must be painted black from the inside). If the material has good heat capacity and heat dissipation (for example, metal), then the grid itself becomes a source of thermal radiation, not only not reducing the effect of heating the room, but even exaggerating it.
Types of lattices
Decorative grilles for radiators are divided into several groups, based on the types of design and materials of manufacture.
By the way, there are two more important requirements for gratings and screens that should not be overlooked:
- Any always create powerful convection air currents. This means that on the way to the battery, cold air, moving along the floor surface, carries dust and dirt particles with it (no matter how clean the house is, this cannot be avoided early). This means that dirt will definitely accumulate on the edges of the grille or on the surface of the screen over time. Conclusion - the surface should be hygienic, easy to clean, including, if necessary, using detergents.
- In addition to the decorative function, the grille or screen also performs a protective mission - they cover the sharp corners and fins of radiators, reducing the likelihood of accidental injuries (especially if there are children in the house or apartment). This means that the material must be strong enough so that the grating itself does not become a source of danger, and the design is desirable without sharp corners and protruding parts.
Basic structures of gratings
Dividing screens and gratings according to design features, the following main varieties can be distinguished:
- The lattice-box is used in cases where it is necessary to close not only the ugly appearance of the radiator, but also the pipes connected to it.
- Hinged grilles having a top cover. They are used to mask batteries that are not covered by a window sill and are not recessed into a wall niche.
Hanging grilles - very easy to install - Hinged grilles without a cover are installed on batteries that are installed in a wall niche or under a window.
- Flat screens or grilles are intended for radiators fixed in a wall niche or even just on the wall surface.
Varieties according to the material of manufacture
Grilles and screens are made from a variety of materials, and in order to choose the one that suits the design and characteristics of a particular room, you need to consider each of them. It is very important to take into account the heating temperature of the batteries in winter, the resistance of the material to thermal shocks and its environmental friendliness.
- metal gratings
The metal grille is often a panel made from perforated metal sheet with various mosaic patterns of holes. Such a screen has good heat dissipation, it is neat and elegant in design.
Also to this type of decorative lattices can be attributed a screen in the form of a grid with cells of various shapes and sizes.
In addition to simple modest options for gratings, metal panels are made, which are covered with a thermogram that imitates the texture of various types of wood. It is also impossible not to say about combined screens, in which other materials are used along with metal.
Painting on metal panels is often applied using a powder coating method, which keeps the metal from rusting and from minor “injuries” in the form of accidental scratches, and the coating from fading.
Metal decorative elements are easy to assemble and dismantle. Due to the variety, they can be chosen for almost any interior. They have fairly affordable prices, and therefore such grilles are very popular among owners of both their own houses and city apartments. It must be said that the metal version of the grille can be completely repainted if the need arises, for example, if there are any design changes in the interior.
It will be quite difficult to make such a lattice on your own, and it is unlikely that it will turn out neat. Therefore, if it is decided to use metal interior elements that mask batteries, then it is better to purchase them in a ready-made form. For example, the table shows averages for metal gratings made from a 1 mm thick sheet (for better heat transfer):
| 400×600 | 800 |
| 400×900 | 1000 |
| 400×1200 | 1200 |
| 400×1400 | 1400 |
| 400×2000 | 1900 |
| 600×600 | 960 |
| 600×900 | 1200 |
| 600×1200 | 1400 |
| 600×1400 | 1500 |
| 600×2000 | 2000 |
| 750×600 | 1000 |
| 750×900 | 1300 |
| 750×1200 | 1500 |
| 750×1400 | 1600 |
| 750×2000 | 2000 |
| 900×900 | 1800 |
| 900×1200 | 1950 |
| 900×1350 | 2000 |
| 900×2000 | 2300 |
Grilles are also made according to individual orders, since in some cases these dimensions are not suitable for radiators of exclusive shapes, configurations or locations.
- PVC gratings
PVC gratings and screens are made either entirely from this material, or on a metal base, or using natural or artificial rattan for insertion into the frame. Screens are decorated for different materials - it can be wood of different species, a cut of stone or metallic. The thermal conductivity of these panels is much lower than that of metal or wooden gratings, so they will cover most of the heat transmitted by infrared radiation, which means that more fuel will be required to heat the house, which will lead to unnecessary costs.
From the category of the most affordable - PVC gratings PVC is a fairly heat-resistant material and will last a long time. It does not emit substances toxic to humans when heated. Screens and grilles are always aesthetically pleasing when new and can be made in different shapes and colors.
Grilles and screens made of PVC are more affordable than products made from other materials. The picture of approximate prices for these products is as follows:
- Wood gratings
Wooden gratings will bring an atmosphere of special comfort to the house, so many people prefer this natural material. Well-finished and toned wood fits perfectly into any interior, as gratings can be made in any architectural style.
Wooden lattices - usually strict and monumental, fit well into any interior It should be noted that screens and gratings made of wood have a rather high price, especially if they are exclusive - made to order, like an author's work.
Lattices are made from various woods, and this largely determines the price for them. For example and comparison - a review of average prices for wooden lattice screens.
| Estimated price per m²: ash - 1050 rubles, beech - 1200 rubles, oak - 1350 rubles | |||||||||
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| Oak | Beech | Oak | Beech | Oak | Beech | Oak | Beech | Ash | |
| 600 mm | 1053 | 936 | 1296 | 1152 | 1620 | 1440 | 2025 | 1800 | 1575 |
| 700 mm | 1229 | 1092 | 1512 | 1344 | 1890 | 1680 | 2363 | 2100 | 1838 |
| 750 mm | 1317 | 1170 | 1620 | 1440 | 2025 | 1800 | 2532 | 2250 | - |
| 800 mm | 1404 | 1248 | 1728 | 1536 | 2160 | 1920 | 2700 | 2400 | - |
| 900 mm | 1580 | 1404 | 1944 | 1728 | 2430 | 2160 | 3038 | 2700 | - |
| 950 mm | 1668 | 1482 | 2052 | 1824 | 2565 | 2280 | 3207 | 2850 | - |
Finished parts for gratings must be covered with several layers of water-based varnish. This coating will reduce the effect of temperature changes on the wood.
It is impossible to install wooden grids on batteries that work according to the converter principle, since the design of screens made of this material assumes that the top panel will almost completely close, with the exception of small holes, which will not be enough for all the heat given off by the radiator to enter the room.
Many prefer rattan gratings stretched on a frame made from wood. They have a fairly aesthetic appearance and good thermal conductivity, and these materials are environmentally friendly and will never harm the residents of the house in any way.
Instead of rattan, MDF panels are also installed in the frames. In this wood fiber a plate that has a small thickness, it is quite possible to cut out patterns that will give the gratings a peculiar attractive look and allow heat to flow freely into the room.
A more affordable option - curly MDF lattices There are a lot of drawings cut out on MDF boards, and all of them on-his attractive. But, despite this, it is still worth choosing panels that have a grate with large holes.
There are a lot of options for MDF lattice patterns An MDF grate installed in a wooden frame can perfectly replace a wooden grate, but such a screen will cost much less. A decorative screen made of MDF is able to withstand more significant mechanical loads compared to natural wood. The material has good thermal conductivity and withstands temperature extremes very well. These grids are easy to mount and remove, if necessary.
The colors that screens made of MDF can have are quite diverse. This table shows only some of them.
The approximate price level for MDF gratings is as follows:
| Grid size in mm (height × width) | Estimated price in rubles per unit |
|---|---|
| 400×600 | 1020 |
| 400×900 | 1220 |
| 400×1200 | 1420 |
| 400×1500 | 1620 |
| 600×600 | 1015 |
| 600×900 | 1270 |
| 600×1200 | 1565 |
| 600×1500 | 1900 |
| Grids made to order and with non-standard dimensions (price per m²) | 2755 |
- Glass screens for heating radiators
Perhaps some people are afraid of such screens, but they are completely groundless. Used for manufacturing super hardened high-strength glass with a thickness of 6 to 8 mm, which, even if desired, will be very difficult to break.
Typically, such screens are a flat panel, reinforced on the wall with racks and completely covering heating radiators. Above and below there is necessarily space for free convection flow. Transmission by thermal directional radiation in this case is significantly limited.
Advantages of such glass screens:
- Relatively low, compared, for example, with a tree, the price.
- Easy to install - anyone can do it on their own.
- High decorative qualities - in addition to transparent, translucent or frosted glass of various shades, you can purchase or order screens with thermally printed drawings or photographs - for any chosen interior style.
- Such screens, we repeat, are safe, easy to maintain, and have good heat resistance.
Now that the reader has received the necessary information, he can more judiciously approach the choice of protective decorative screens or grilles necessary for the interior. They will help hide unaesthetic radiators, protect against various contaminants, and save parents to some extent from constant worry about babies who can be injured or burned if the heating devices are open. There is no doubt - grids or screens for batteries, especially old structures made of cast iron, are simply necessary. Moreover, in modern stores, a fairly wide range of these products is on sale, which means that it is possible to choose those that are optimally suited in all respects.
Prices for screens for radiators
Screens for radiators
Video: a variety of screens and grilles for heating radiators
Heating batteries installed a long time ago do not have an attractive appearance. The modern design of such units will help eliminate the problem of an unaesthetic appearance of the radiator.
Element Importance
The radiator grill is needed to add sophistication to the interior, but the screen on the battery should not reduce heat transfer. It is believed that even the most openwork and thin radiator grille still reduces the amount of thermal energy transmitted by the radiator. Hardly beautifully designed, but a cold room will be comfortable, so choosing a decorative grill option is an important aspect.
The main method of heating from a radiator is that the heat must move from below, and then go up along the radiator. Most of the heating systems work according to this principle, so the selected radiator decor should not interfere with classic circulation.
If the screens are perfectly matched and properly mounted, they will not only provide a good look to the room, but also direct the heat in the right directions. Therefore, radiator grilles sometimes contribute to better efficiency of heating elements.
The importance of the element lies in the fact that it plays the role of protection against too hot radiators. Touching hot devices is not safe for small children - a positive argument in favor of using this kind of decor.
Cast-iron radiators are often considered inappropriate in rooms. The screen for a cast-iron battery is most often used. The method of replacing old cast-iron heaters with beautiful modern options is considered the most difficult. The task is greatly simplified with the use of a shielding device or a protective box.
There are many companies that make screens. The number of different elements is also many-sided. Many ordinary people try to make exclusive hand-made versions of products on their own.
In handicraft appliances, the manufacturability of the process is not taken into account, so products often turn into an obstacle to the passage of warm air.
An unsuccessful option will contribute to the accumulation of air inside - as a result, the heat will return to the heating system.
In addition, a handicraft product is unlikely to be made from the optimal material, while dozens of varieties of factory products differ not only in shape, but also in the material of manufacture, which will provide good conditions for a particular room.
Craftsmen are trying to reduce heat loss with the help of a heat-reflecting film. It is recommended to glue it on the front of the screen inside the panels.
The importance of installing screens on radiators can be summarized in the following points:
- hide radiators that spoil the design of the room;
- play the role of an additional decorative element, so it is important to choose the appropriate materials;
- they protect the batteries from debris getting into them, so it is necessary to provide for the exact dimensions of the screen;
- are protection for children from burns and injuries, especially if the batteries are cast iron.
Design
Screen design is an important factor. But so that the selected option does not reduce the functions of the radiator battery, some conditions should be taken into account:
- the facing base should conduct heat well;
- infrared rays should not remain in a closed space, but effectively go into the room;
- the inner surface of the structure should be dark, since the absorption of heat, as well as the release of heat in this case, will be better;
- the color of the outer side does not affect the quality of heat transfer - you can choose a shade that is most suitable for the interior of the room;
- a special screen with foil will contribute to the qualitative redirection of heat inward.
This accessory includes foam insulation. Such an element eliminates the heating of the outer wall at the radiator attachment points. Without heat redirection, heat transfer is reduced very significant in some designs. It is advisable to place heat-reflecting pads on the wall itself, behind the battery. Decorative grilles are mounted in front of the battery.
In terms of efficiency and design, a solid panel with small air vents on the bottom and top would be a poor choice.
Small openings of such a hinged casing will limit the flow of convection currents. If this protection option is installed, heat losses will increase, which means that the cost of heating the carrier to heat the room.
An accordion protective frame would be acceptable, but also not a very effective option.. Although it is made of wide lamellas, it is covered with wide shelves on top and sides. Good heat transfer will be only on one side - direct infrared rays will not contribute to blocking the cold that comes from the window.
From a design point of view, the model looks aesthetically pleasing if it is made of wood. The upper part of the shelf is convenient for placing indoor flowers. But the grill option is not better due to the poorly organized flow of warm air.
The optimal heatsink screen is one that both directs the heat up and circulates it into the holes at the edges. As a result, the cold from the window will be blocked, and the flows passing through the directed slots will heat the room.
Sometimes options for radiator grilles are supplemented with a design in the form of a visor. It is convenient when the radiator is under the windowsill. A narrow steel strip or MDF option will prevent heat from accumulating and redirect it inward.
Another spectacular improvement is the injector thermal device. It helps to redirect the heat that builds up between the installed decor and the fixture. The effect of the device is especially noticeable when the devices are in winter mode.
The Ideal Lattice with Elements includes the following enhancements:
- thermal insulation from foil fixed from the inside;
- special visor on top;
- special devices installed on the sides;
- carved grilles with large perforations in the form of a front panel.
The design properties of screens and gratings are connected by structural features.
Some types can be distinguished:
- box. It is used when it is necessary to close, in addition to the radiator, also pipes.
- Hinged screen with top canopy. It perfectly disguises the battery, above which there is no window sill, if the radiators are not recessed into a niche.
- Hinged open screen needed for radiators that are installed in the wall or located under the window.
- Flat gratings needed for radiators that are inside niches or simply mounted in the wall.
Flat individual options on legs will decorate the radiator located under the windowsill. They are usually decorated in the same style with the interior. Appearance as a result is similar to the usual screen.
Mounted options mounted on protruding batteries usually include two surfaces that are located on top and from the front of the battery. In this case, the side parts of the radiator remain free. The outer carved part of the hinged lid is usually chosen to match the overall design of the room, just as in the first version. The top part is quite often used as a countertop.
The box is an imitation of a cabinet. Its additional surface is a convenient option for placing various decorative details. Often such boxes are made to simulate a fireplace.
Removable collapsible screens look interesting. Such designs will provide better access to the battery in the event of an accident. It will also be easier to clean under the battery. If it is in a private house, then for the summer it needs to be drained of water, and by the winter season it must be filled with liquid again. It is easier to drain the media if the screen is collapsible.
The design of gratings and screens largely depends on the substrates used.
To choose the most suitable type for decor and quality, you need to understand the features of the products in more detail, since the heating temperature and the resistance of materials to constant heat are different. Sometimes users pay attention to the ecological safety of species.
materials
Lattices on a cast-iron battery are made of different materials. The most popular options are inexpensive metal devices. Usually, thin sheet steel is used for their manufacture, on which paint is applied. Operational terms are closely related to the quality of painting.
Duration of service life differs products on which powder enamel is applied. This type of coloring does not suffer from exposure to constant heat, does not change color from being near a hot battery. From the point of view of physics, such a product has a positive effect on heating.
Metal grill heats up quickly and then releases heat. If there is a good perforation, this device will not affect the reduction of heat.
Forged gratings have a special beauty. Such elements are distinguished by a significant openwork, therefore, a contrasting background fence is usually made for them.
In order for air circulation to remain normal, metal sheets with fine perforations are chosen for the background structure.
Forged elements are certainly beautiful, but they are quite expensive, so many homeowners are considering the option of wooden lattices and screens. The wood is beautiful and mostly belongs to the premium class basics. The product is plastic, allows you to implement different styles and shapes of devices.
However, when choosing a wooden box, many people forget about perforation, which is also needed on the sides of the products. It does not exist in these versions. A radiator closed from the sides will deprive the room of heat, and due to the properties of wood, it accumulates well inside the box.
MDF and HDF panels are laminated sheets that are considered safe to use, therefore they are often used in children's and bedrooms. The bases are compressed fibrous parts of wood. During the dressing of fibers, a natural binder called lignin is used.
MDF material is well and has long been known to consumers for its quality characteristics. HDF panels differ in the pressing method. The increased pressure used on the lines makes the sheets thinner but denser and more uniform. HDF holds its shape better than MDF. Thin sheets of HDF retain little to no heat from the batteries, so they are considered the best option.
The plastic screen is most often used for plumbing purposes or in the kitchen. PVC products are hygienic, suitable for frequent washing.
If the slats are inclined, then this addition will not worsen the quality of the heating devices. At the same time, in vain, many users are afraid to install plastic screens due to excessive overheating.
In the manufacture of modern screens, heat-resistant plastic is used, which does not respond to heating up to 80 degrees. Heating devices can lose quality when installing plastic screens only if the plastic screen has a cover and solid side walls.
Glass screens went on sale not too long ago. They are beautiful in appearance, but ineffective, from the point of view of physics. Usually, special tempered glass is used in the production of glass panels. The screens are made matte, with a pattern applied to the surface. There are also white options that are often used in plumbing rooms if the plastic version is not suitable for some reason.
Recently appeared on sale radiator grilles made from exotic materials such as bamboo and rattan. These items are suitable for design decorations - they are rarely used in familiar interiors.
A common option is combined screens. For example, a wooden frame is made, on which a decorative part is then attached. Braids attached to such frames are most often rattan or bamboo. Also, meshes made of MDF or HDF are sometimes attached to such frames, and plastic parts are often used.
Due to the huge number of products, it can be difficult to figure out which sizes for a particular type are optimal.
Dimensions
Metal gratings are the easiest to install. A variety of models allows you to choose the right option for any interior.
For self-manufacturing, metal gratings are difficult. It is not difficult to purchase an option that is suitable in size for an existing battery - product sizes are usually standard. The market offers a wide variety of options, differing both in size and cost.
The following dimensions are mainly dominated (indicated in millimeters): 400x600, 400x900, 400x1200, 400x1400, 400x2000, 600x600, 600x900, 600x1200, 600x1400, 600x2000, 750x600, 750x900, 750x1200, 750x1400, 750x2000, 900x900, 900x200, 9001300, 900x2000.
For some interior designs, products are made according to individual measurements., for example, when you need a panel encircling the window sill. If the apartment has an exclusive battery or its location does not allow you to install a standard design, then it looks interesting.
PVC products come entirely from this base or on a metal frame. For the price, both options are more affordable than all-metal gratings. Standard options offered by the markets have the following dimensions (indicated in millimeters): 600x300, 600x600, 600x900, 600x1200, 600x1500.
Wooden products for radiators will add special comfort and coziness to the apartment. The architectural style of such elements is different - it largely depends on the type of wood used in the product. Standard dimensions in height and length are as follows (indicated in millimeters): 600x1300, 700x1300, 750x1300, 800x1300, 900x1300, 950x1300.
Finished factory products are covered with several layers of varnish, however, even in such a treatment, gratings are often afraid of temperature changes. Grids are not suitable for all types of batteries. Sometimes the best option would be screens that consist of a wooden frame with a carved MDF panel stretched over it. Such products look very attractive, and at a price even cheaper than wooden counterparts. Their heat dissipation is comparable to metal products.
Manufacturers offer a variety of patterns to choose from. It is best to choose lattices with ornaments in which large holes are observed.
The price of an MDF lattice stretched over a wooden frame is much cheaper than the cost of a completely wooden product. The size range is as follows (indicated in millimeters): 400x600, 400x900, 400x1200, 400x1500, 600x600, 600x900, 600x1200, 600x1500.
Glass panels are usually flat screens that are attached to the wall with anchor bolts. But these screens are not suitable for all types of panels.
Another negative quality of glass screens is the limited choice of standard colors, although custom-made products come in a variety of decors. At a cost, glass options are cheaper than wooden counterparts. Approximate approximate dimensions are similar to wood products.
Glass products are easier to maintain, but wooden panels are more convenient to install with your own hands.
How to install correctly?
Any work related to the installation of devices requires the preparation of the necessary tools: tape measure, hammer, drill, ruler and pencil.
Connecting parts may also be needed:
- hardware fasteners;
- screw nails;
- ordinary nails;
- special corners;
- dowel;
- special glue.
The classic radiator grill looks like a three-sided box with legs at the bottom. All parts are fastened according to the scheme, which is usually provided by the manufacturer along with their products. According to the scheme, it is more convenient to fasten the products and then hang the finished version on the battery.
The connection of the structure with corners will give it greater rigidity. You can also use simple wood glue.
Fasteners for a hinged structure are installed in the wall - usually two holes are enough, into which dowel-nails are inserted. The screws are needed to fasten the sidewalls, which are often not provided with the necessary holes for the pipes. If necessary, they can be measured with a ruler and marked with a pencil. Cutting holes is more convenient with a jigsaw. But in the absence of an electric tool, you can use a regular hacksaw.
Anchor bolts or special hook-like fasteners are inserted into the dowels fixed on the wall. It is more convenient to mount the screen with a box on hooks.
The front panel is fastened with small nails. Sometimes, to improve the appearance, the structure includes a frame frame, which is fixed over the frame with glue. Sometimes home-made screens are pasted over with wallpaper that matches the main tone.
A removable screen mounted on a battery is considered an excellent solution.. Thus, the radiator will be easier to clean if necessary, and it will also be more convenient to get to the valves with which you can regulate the temperature. Before drilling holes for hangers on the screen, it is better to mark their locations with a pencil - only after determining the exact location, you need to hang the screen in a permanent place and screw in the retaining screws.
It is worth considering that the heat-reflecting screen behind the radiator must match the exact dimensions of the box or external screen that is hung in front of the battery.
The heat-reflecting substrate is fixed with glue to the wall with the foil facing out. In the works related to the installation of the screen, other tips and tricks may come in handy.
For example, the simplest version of the radiator grille can be made independently. For this, a chipboard is useful, which can be painted and varnished. For the screen itself, you need a sheet grid. To make it, you need to measure both sides of the heater, and then add about 5 cm to the resulting height, and about 10 cm to the width. The front frame can be cut from the prepared chipboard sheet.
To build the sidewalls, you need to measure the depth of the radiator and add about three centimeters to the resulting distance. The height of the structure must also be taken into account, taking into account the overlap. The top must match the lap depth measurements.
Cutting parts should be done only after all measurements have been completed. The prepared parts are easily connected with furniture nails or wood glue. The mesh facade should be similar in size to the frame.
Unsightly edges of MDF can be decorated with a plastic profile. In some cases, ordinary bars are suitable as screen sides- They do not require additional fasteners. For a frameless screen, anchor collets are better suited.
It is even easier to install a screen made on special legs. With further operation, such a design will not seem reliable. However, it will be faster to make this option, and the cost of its implementation will be small.
Due to the fact that the structure on legs will not affect the air circulating inside the structure, this option is often recommended for installation in rooms with insufficiently heated media in batteries.
Properly mounted foil material behind the radiator will definitely increase heat dissipation. To decorate the device in a children's room or bedroom, it is better to use lattices made of natural bases. For example, it is worth considering wooden options or MDF options. A good solution would be to independently manufacture a structure from old furniture.
It is important to understand that the main types of batteries emit two types of heat:
- radiant;
- convective.
The first option refers to the type of direct infrared rays. Carriers with a low temperature give out a zero indicator of this energy. However, at battery temperatures above 60 degrees, the value of radiant energy cannot be discounted - it is this part of the heat that is lost when installing radiator grilles.
Screen gratings also worsen the converter component. However, the right choice of decor option can reduce losses to zero.
If the selected part is unsuccessful, then the thermal masses will remain inside, and the heating of the room will deteriorate.
Looks great an alternative way to decorate batteries is to decorate with paints: Radiators can be painted with oil watercolors. To create an image of a 3D part, patterns are applied not only to the radiator itself, but also to the wall.
As a result of creating such a work of art, the front part of the radiator battery (for example, cast iron) and the verticals conditionally represent one plane.
The selected version of the radiator grille should be not only beautiful and reliable, but also convenient for parsing. Repair or replacement of the heater should not be complicated by the installation of a radiator grille. Radiator protection looks interesting when it is in harmony with the general appearance of the interior - this design should not stand out against the background of the general environment.
When choosing a plastic decor, one should take into account its toxicity - in such a room it is important to ensure constant access to fresh air.
Decorative screen is undesirable to clutter up with furniture, since in this case not only the heat transfer mode will be violated, but the beauty of the decor will go unnoticed. The screen, in particular its facade, must necessarily have a perforation– holes will provide the best mode of air circulation.
The installation of the grille implies the observance of certain norms. For example, the permissible minimum distance from the radiator should be 3 cm. Add 10 cm in width and about five in height. Thus, the grille for a standard radiator (80 cm high and 200 cm long) will have dimensions of 85x220 cm. If side parts are provided, then their width should not be less than 30-40 cm.
Of the presented products with standard parameters, a metal product 900x2000 mm or a wooden analogue with identical dimensions, but with a slightly higher price, can be considered a suitable option.