Is it ok to put a radiator behind a sofa?

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No. It isn’t wise to position a radiator behind a sofa, or any other form of sizeable furniture.

A sofa would prevent heat from being distributed properly throughout the room, and might become damaged over time as a result of close exposure to the heat.

Our guide on where to position a radiator offers insight into some of the better locations to position your home heating devices.