Not only do you have to install the new radiator to the wall but the process also involves draining the entire heating system of water and messing around with the boiler controls while you re at it.
How to mount a radiator on the wall.
Fixing these heaters to the wall is relatively easy.
Tip use a timer to switch the radiator on when needed to save energy and money.
In our demonstration we will measure 245 mm from the floor and make a small mark.
It s not a job everyone s comfortable with and there s no reason why you.
We ve got our two pipes down here ready for it to go back in and unfortunately there s a plug here that they want to keep.
Remember to include the distance from the bottom of the radiator to the bottom of the bracket.
The units are usually supplied with suitable brackets that allow for installation.
Follow the simple instructions below or watch the video to learn how to install a radiator and adjust the pipework and leave your home feeling warm and cosy.
Carefully lower the radiator while bracing it from both sides to ensure that the brackets slide into one another at the same time.
The wall mount comes with all the screws you need to get it successfully installed and you should be able to contact the manufacturer of the mount to obtain additional screws if needed.
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To ensure installation is quick you may need access to a powered drill to make the holes for the mounting screws.
Lower the radiator into each of the wall brackets to fit it on the wall.
Nb this distance may be different for you depending on how high you mount it but it must be at least 100mm from the ground.
Step 1 dressing the radiator before you can start installing your new radiator you will have to dress it to make sure it s ready to go.
Insert the radiator s brackets into the opening between the wall brackets and the drywall.
They ve had it skimmed and everything.
However if you ever need to replace them this information should help.
The length of the screws varies depending on the thickness of the wall mounting.
That said radiator fitting can still be a tricky business.