What is a Type 21 double panel plus convector radiator?
Offering powerful heat output and great efficiency in a convenient size, double panel plus convector radiators (also known as a type 21 or P+ radiator) are a great heating option for any room in the home.
Providing more warmth than the Type 11 designs of the same size, Type 21 convectors feature an additional steel panel, ensuring that there is even more surface area to distribute heat throughout a space.
Why buy a Type 21 convector radiator?
For many years, convector radiators have been the most popular style of heating for UK homes, and with the benefits they bring, it’s little wonder.
Convector radiators quickly and efficiently heat a room because they have fins that increase the surface area of your radiator and help to circulate the warm air around the room.
With double panel P+ designs available they are able to produce high amounts of heat, and their simple design means they complement rooms of any style and decor.
A double panel plus convector radiator is the perfect home heating choice for many people because it combines impressive performance and efficiency with convenience.
Neither a single nor a double panel radiator, a double panel plus is somewhere in between.
These efficient radiators have two panels and one row of convector fins, which means you still get an impressive heat output, but from a radiator which doesn’t take up as much space as a Type 22 double panel, double convector.
Like other convector radiators, a double panel plus has the usual convector design of grooved front panelling and a white finish which complements any interior.
These versatile radiators can be installed in literally any room and look great.
Did you know? – The Type number (21) is given because this type of convector radiator has 2 panels and 1 convector, hence the name type ’21’.
Type 21 convector radiators at BestHeating
BestHeating.com stocks a wide range of double panel plus radiators from some of the most trusted and recognisable names in heating, like Stelrad and Milano.
Our double panel plus radiators come in a choice of sizes, from compact 600mm x 400mm models which are ideal for small spaces through to 600mm x 1600mm designs which are perfect for more spacious and larger rooms.
All double panel plus radiators at BestHeating.com come with great guarantees too, so you can make your purchase with absolute confidence that your radiator will stand the test of time.
So if you’re looking for a strong and reliable new radiator that kicks out plenty of heat, come and take a look at our affordable range of Double Panel Plus Convectors!
John trained in journalism before finding his way to the BestHeating Advice Centre team. He uses his journalism skills to meticulously research heating topics and bring you the latest news and views on all things home heating related. He’ll also beat you at any sport that involves a cue!
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How can a type 21 be as good as a Type 22?
Sorry John, I can’t see where it says that in this blog.
What we are saying is that a Type 21 sits in between the Type 11 and Type 22 – maybe they should have called it the Type 16-and-a-half, but they didn’t.
The point we are making though is that it still offers a great heat output and are perhaps less cumbersome than the type 21’s are, which may make them a little more convenient for some homes.
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How can you clean inside the grills?
Hi Jeff, if you want tips on how to clean your radiator thoroughly, check out this guide we did on cleaning your radiator – https://www.bestheating.com/info/how-to-clean-a-radiator-2/
You’ll find loads of useful stuff to keep you occupied for a while and all the info you need to make your radiator shiny and new looking again.
Hi there my wife has decided that the radiator under the window in the dining room is too high can this be replaced with a shorter one that will give out the same heat.
Hi John, I’m so sorry for the late reply, I appear to be having an issue with being notified when people comment on my blogs. There are plenty of lower profile radiators available that will do the job for you. Take a look here – http://www.bestheating.com/radiators/popular-searches/new-for-2017/low-profile-radiators.html for a selection of rads that will fit neatly under your window. Use our BTU calculator to find the required output and then match the rads to your required heat and you’re good to go. Apologies again for the late reply. John
Hi thanks for the reply the plumber has been round & suggested one that will be suitable Many Thanks