Why Are Aluminium Radiators Better For The Environment?
Traditionally, radiators have always been made from steel or cast iron, but there’s a new kid on the block! Recently, we’re seeing more and more radiators manufactured from aluminium, rather than the traditional choice of metals. Why are aluminium radiators so popular? Put simply, they’re a whole lot more energy efficient. They provide a more eco-friendly option for heating your home, whilst being a lot more cost effective.
So, what is it about aluminium radiators that makes them so eco-friendly? Well, the following factors certainly have a big role to play…
Aluminium Is One of The Most Abundant Metals On Earth
We’re not exaggerating, it actually is. Aluminium makes up approximately 8% of the earth’s crust, which as you can imagine, is a whole lot of metal. This makes it no surprise that this type of metal is used in so many of our day to day products – drink cans, cars, bikes … the list goes on, and now radiators can be added to that list too. Using materials that are abundant rather than scarce is essential for protecting the planet’s natural resources.
It’s Recyclable & Durable
As well as being readily available, aluminium is also recyclable. This means it is easy to re-purpose into new products that we use on a daily basis, rather than going to waste. On top of this, it’s also incredibly durable, giving it a longer lifespan to begin with. One of the best qualities of aluminium radiators is that they are resistant to rust and corrosion. This is because the metal does not react with certain chemicals like other metals do. This makes aluminium radiators a reliable investment, that will have a much longer lifespan than your traditional radiator.
It’s A Great Conductor
So, we know that aluminium is a green choice of material, but why else are aluminium radiators better than steel or iron? One of the reasons aluminium radiators are so energy efficient is because they are really good conductors of heat. This means that they heat up a lot more quickly than their traditional counterparts. They are highly responsive to changes set by your thermostat, meaning they heat up and cool down quickly as required. The curved front baffle on our aluminium radiators ensures air is evenly released from the three windows, maximising efficient heat output.
Aluminium Radiators Run At Low Temperatures
One of the reasons that traditional radiators are so inefficient is because they require the water to be heated to very high temperatures in order to operate. Aluminium radiators don’t face the same issue. Instead, they operate at very low water temperatures. This means energy is used far more efficiently, whilst costs are reduced. They’re also ideal for use with heat pump technology, which you can use to further improve the energy efficiency of your home.
Fancy installing aluminium radiators in your home? With all these benefits in mind, we certainly don’t blame you! Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with Pipelife today to discuss your options.