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With a background in sports journalism, John counts content writing amongst his key passions.
He’s always peppering our Advice Centre feed with reasoned and researched home heating tips, and providing expert answers to the questions you want answering.
Fine football and music connoisseur. In his own head, at least.
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An exploration of black designer radiators, highlighting the very best modern and traditional options to consider for all sorts of different rooms, and how to best make use of them in your home…
Keeping warm doesn’t have to cost the earth, literally. This practical guide shows you how to make your home heating more eco-friendly with smart and sustainable upgrades, from aluminium radiators and dual fuel options to heat pumps and solar systems.
Wondering whether cast iron, aluminium, or mild steel is the best radiator material for your home? This guide compares the pros, cons, and key performance traits of each – from heat-up times to efficiency – to help you make the right heating choice, minus the jargon.
Thinking of putting foil behind your radiators? This guide explains what radiator foil does, how well it works, when it’s worth using – and when it isn’t. With expert advice, practical tips, and a few laughs along the way, we help you decide whether reflective foil deserves a place in your energy-saving toolkit.
Leaking radiator valve ruining your vibe (and your floorboards)? This guide explains why radiator valves leak, how to fix them step-by-step, and when to call in the pros – with plenty of tips to help you stop the drip for good.
Radiator feeling cold at the bottom or making strange noises? You could be dealing with radiator sludge – the gunky build-up that blocks heat, wastes energy, and stresses out your boiler. In this guide, we explain what sludge is, what causes it, how to remove it, and how to stop it coming back.
Not sure whether you need a vented or unvented hot water cylinder? Our expert guide explains the differences, pros and cons, and which system suits your home best.
Thinking of adding a radiator to your existing home heating system? This expert guide covers everything from boiler capacity and pipework compatibility to installation tips, DIY advice, and common pitfalls.
John says
I love the exotically named Aruba range from Milano. It’s a really simple design, but I’d have it right up there as one of the most stylish modern radiator collections we offer. I have my eye on the dark blue horizontal model as and when the often dreaded and invariably inevitable call to “do up the house” comes.
John says
I have common ground with a great many others in taking a fancy to the world’s favourite colour, blue, and it seems a half decent match with the radiator personality test. I’m generally very laid back on the rare occasions my little girl allows me to be, so tranquil and calm connotations would appear to fit well.
John says
I was delighted to be told I’d made it into the top 5 most read authors on the subject of radiators and designer radiators in 2021, landing in 4th place on the list. It’s a labour of love, but great to know so many people have enjoyed (or at the very least tolerated) my radiator ramblings over such an extensive period.
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