Electric Radiators

Whether you’re shifting towards going all electric at home, have a room that you don’t want to spend a lot of money getting hooked up to your central heating, or have an office space that needs a little extra to take a chill out of the air, you’ll be looking for a new electric radiator.

As the UK’s leading online store for radiators of all shapes and sizes, we have an unbeatable range of electric radiators on offer that suits all budgets and styles.

We’re helping thousands of customers across the country get a reliable electric radiator that will fit in perfectly and won’t see them wasting money on energy either.

Shop the range today and see what electric radiator fits in your space.

What Rooms Need Electric Radiators?

We always recommend getting an electric radiator when you have a room that your central heating can’t quite reach. You don’t want to get into a headache figuring out how to get plumbing reconfigured. That’s why a simple plug in would be best.

It is very common to see electric radiators in loft conversions, conservatories and anywhere in holiday homes.

Electric Radiator Brands

There are several brands we have that sell electric radiators.

They include:

K-Rad
DQ
Stelrad
Quinn
Apollo

If you’re looking for an unbeatable price on a new electric radiator, you might want to have a look at the Trade Direct range. We’ve used our decades of knowledge when it comes to all thing radiators to create a small range that is a great budget option.

Electric Radiator Styles

Pretty much most of the radiators you’ll find on site can be adapted for an electric system. The most popular ones that customers look at for their homes are the electric panel radiators and electric cast iron radiators.

Panel (Convector) radiators provide that simple look for anyone who wants a radiator that does a good job with minimal fuss. While the cast iron style is becoming more popular with customers looking for a spark of personality in their radiators. If you’re getting new electric radiators for somewhere like a restaurant, café or salon, have a good look at the cast iron offerings as there may be some styles that would work fantastically with your interior.

How do Electric Radiators Work?

A regular radiator is hooked up to your central heating system. When the boiler gets going, hot water passes through all the radiators and, hey presto, your room is toasty.

With electric radiators, you’ll have a filling inside the radiator, usually water or oil. When plugged in, a heating element gets the filling warm, and the radiator works like normal.

What are the Benefits of having an Electric Radiator?

The first thing to note is that electric radiators are 100% efficient. Every single bit of energy you put in has to be used to generate heat.

They can also save maintenance time. Because most will contain a thermodynamic fluid, you don’t need to bleed the radiator. And when one stops working, you’ll know it is specifically that radiator which has a problem and not something within your entire central heating system.

How hot can Electric Radiators get?

Electric radiators get as warm as you want. Every radiator has a maximum heat output and reach which is measured in BTU. You can see with every radiator on the site the BTU rating it has.

If you know what BTU you need, you can go ahead and pick whatever radiator looks best. If you’re looking at a new space like a loft conversion, you should use our heating calculator.

You’ll need to know the dimensions of the space, and we’ll help calculate what BTU you’d ideally want to keep the space toasty all year long.

Does Trade Radiators have Electric Towel Rails?

Yes, we do. Our towel rails can be wall mounted which comes in handy when you’ve got a space like a bathroom where you’d want to fuse in higher up on the ceiling and don’t want exposed plugs.

What Finish can Electric Radiators come in?

It depends on the make and model of the radiator you buy. With something like our towel rails or panel radiators, you may be limited if the manufacturer has already put a finish on themselves. Some of the electric cast iron radiators on offer can be primed so you can put your spin on how it will look.

Electric Radiator Accessories

To help make it as efficient as possible, we have some accessories to make factors like temperature control and when your electric radiators come on, go smoothly. We have smart thermostatic elements (in both chrome and white) as well as a remote control with an anti-freeze function and boost.

Delivering Electric Radiators across the UK

Depending on the radiator type, we will aim to deliver your radiator as quickly as possible. Because electric radiators are made to order, we need an extra day to fill the radiator and get it ready.

With free delivery around the UK and our price promise, we guarantee you’ll be happy with your new radiator once it's up and running.

Delivery and Reviews

We know how important it is to keep your home warm and toasty, and that’s why we provide fast delivery all over the UK.
We’re proud to have been providing high quality radiators to the UK since 2007, with over 5,000
combined reviews from satisfied customers who experienced the high quality service we provide. See why thousands of customers love our products and services by viewing our top rated reviews on Trustpilot and reviews.io.
Our highly experienced team is always happy to help, be sure to get in touch with us today if you have any questions.

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Do you have any example photos of your products installed in customers' homes?

Yes. If you're looking for interior design inspiration or just want to see a radiator in its natural setting, you can see a wide variety of our customer-submitted photos on Pinterest or Instagram

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What if I have a question before I order?

We welcome any questions you may have before you make a purchase, whether it be about a specific product or about delivery arrangements. We aim to provide as much information as possible on our website, blog and in our FAQs (see the Ordering tab above), but please do not hesitate to contact our friendly and knowledgeable customer service team on info@traderadiators.com or 0141 225 0430. Lines are open 8.30am - 5.30pm, Monday to Friday.

What if I have a question after I order?

We pride ourselves on having an excellent after-sales customer service, so if you have any questions about your order, please get in contact with our helpful and knowledgeable customer service team as soon as possible. We can be contacted on info@traderadiators.com or 0141 225 0430. Lines are open 8.30am - 5.30pm, Monday to Friday. Please just quote your postcode to enable us to locate your order.

What are your T&Cs?

We take customer service very seriously and are dedicated to providing the best possible ordering and purchase experience as possible. We are bound by the Consumer Contracts Regulations, which implement the Consumer Rights Directive in UK law, and these apply to all purchases you make on TradeRadiators.com.

You can read our full terms and conditions by following the below link:

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Do the prices displayed on the website include VAT?

All prices displayed on TradeRadiators.com website are inclusive of VAT. If a VAT receipt is required please let us know and we can email or post one out.

Do you have a showroom?

We are an online company and although our office is a great showcase for some of the products we sell it is not a showroom.

Can you send me a brochure?

As our range is constantly being added to, it's problematic to keep a brochure up to date. To keep abreast of new products and details, please keep an eye on our website. In the case of the cast iron radiators though; please call or email and we can post out a hardcopy brochure or email a digital version through.

How can I contact you?

The easiest means of contact is by email to info@traderadiators.com, alternatively, we can be reached on the phone 8:30-5:30 Monday to Friday on 0141 225 0430. Should you wish to write to us please do at Trade Radiators Ltd, 82 Mitchell Street, Glasgow, G1 3NA.

What guarantees do the products come with?

Each product advertised states the guarantee period on the listing. The guarantee is generally governed by the material of the product. In the main chrome and cast iron radiators have a 10 year guarantee, powder coated mild steel products have a 15 year guarantee and stainless steel and aluminium products have a 25-year guarantee. There is no need to send off a form to validate your guarantee; proof of purchase is all that's required.

What is your mission statement?

To provide all of our customers with excellent value for money, offering the best quality products at the lowest prices. We have built very close relationships with a range of manufacturers, enabling us to pass on low prices to our customers.

We have a dedicated and helpful customer service team who are, not only knowledgeable about the products we sell, but also sympathetic to overall interior design plans and current trends. This means that you can have confidence when ordering from us, safe in the knowledge that you will be receiving quality products as we as a very high standard of customer service.

Who are Trade Radiators?

We are a small but well-established company, which has been trading online since 2004. We operate out of our own offices in central Glasgow and we have a dedicated and knowledgeable team of staff who are available to answer any questions you may have.

To read more about the history of Trade Radiators and to have a sneak preview inside our office please follow the below links:

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Are you a Living Wage employer?

Yes, we are proud to have been officially recognised as a Glasgow Living Wage Employer and can legitimately display the Living Wage Employer Mark to show our participation.The UK Living Wage is a voluntary hourly rate calculated according to the basic cost of living in the UK, which enjoys cross-party support due to it affording people the opportunity to provide for themselves and their families.

We have a fantastic team of employees at Trade Radiators and the work they do is absolutely fundamental to the success of the business and our ability to provide a first-class service. We believe in looking after the welfare of our employees and and are full supporters of the Living Wage initiative, even if it does embody concepts we were already engaging in prior to its introduction!

To read more about this please see the below article:

BLOG - Trade Radiators recognised as a Glasgow Living Wage Employer

What is the Trade Direct line?

Trade Direct is our economical brand of radiators and heated towel rails, offering the highest quality products for fantastically low prices. We are able to offer these products at such low prices because of our unique relationship with the manufacturing factories, cutting out the middlemen and allowing us to pass the excellent prices onto our customers. All of our Trade Direct products are manufactured to EN442 standards and come with comprehensive guarantees and free delivery. Our Trade Direct brand has replaced our previous 'Own Brand' range of products.