Introduction

Not only is investing in a new radiator an effective way to improve your home’s heating system and energy efficiency, it is also a great way to transform the look of your home, bringing it up to date and making the most of your space. However, with so many new and varied radiator models to choose from in 2020, you might be wondering how to choose the best for your home.

What type of radiator should I be looking for?

Before looking at the top 20 radiators for 2020, it is important to consider the types of radiator that will work best for your home. First take some time to consider where you will be installing the new radiators – this will help you choose between horizontal radiators, vertical radiators, column radiators, flat panel radiators and more. Every room of your house will have a different function and require to be heated in a different way, and different layouts will appeal to styles that make the most of your unique space. If you are looking for a radiator for your kitchen, there will often be less space for a large horizontal radiator. In this case, a tall vertical radiator may be the best option to provide you with enough heat on early mornings, while the addition of a thermostatic valve will allow the temperature to automatically adjust once you start cooking. While bathrooms will require a towel radiator that has been designed especially for the specific needs of a wet and often-humid room. Installing new radiators into living rooms and bedrooms can often offer a chance to add an eye-catching feature to a room. Before deciding on a radiator for these rooms, consider the size of the walls and the layout. Smaller rooms or rooms with larger windows may have limited wall space, vertical radiators are a great option for providing a large amount of heat without taking up much wall space – leaving more room for decoration. If you have a large living space, why not choose a statement designer radiator that fits seamlessly with your décor style while still heating your room effectively?! As conventional radiators fall increasingly out of favour and high-quality designer radiators become more affordable, use your new radiators as a chance to put your own stamp on your home. Now that you have a few ideas as to the style and format of the radiators you want to update your home with in 2020, let’s take a look at 20 of the very best horizontal, vertical, designer, cast-iron, chrome, traditional and contemporary radiators of 2020…

Top designer radiators

Reina Vicari Horizontal Aluminium Designer Radiator

This radiator offers contemporary elegance and minimalism in an energy-efficient aluminium design, all for an incredibly affordable price. This radiator’s horizontal format has a flattering effect, allowing walls to appear longer, and it is available in double and single sizes that will fit a variety of rooms. Another great aspect of this radiator is that it is available in classic white, or anthracite grey that is proving to be the new classic for many modern homes!

Reina Nevah Horizontal Designer Radiator

This particular designer radiator offers a subtle and unique twist on a more classic look. This radiator offers a contemporary update on the conventional horizontal radiator, especially in the white finish, however this radiator features horizontal panelling instead of the vertical panelling that we often see in homes. This radiator is also available in a range of RAL colours, ideal for fitting into brightly painted walls, or for adding an attention-grabbing pop of colour.

Ultraheat Sofi Single Vertical Designer Radiator

This distinguished vertical radiator design is ideal for rooms with wall space limitations, giving off a large amount of heat while looking nothing short of stylish wherever you place it. Achieve the perfect combination of minimalism and timeless style with any of the three colours available, classic white, rich black or striking chrome.

Top vertical radiators

Reina Flat Panel Vertical Designer Radiator

A space-saving take on usual vertical radiator designs, this radiator boasts a flat panel design combined with a tall vertical format to create an elegant design that gets as close to the wall as possible. The flat panels are ideal for rooms where you want to make the most of your space, and the variety of colours available makes it possible for you to achieve the look of a radiator that seamlessly blends into your walls. Not only is this radiator available in white and anthracite, it is also available in a variety of RAL colours too.

Eskimo Column Vertical Aluminium Radiator

This vertical column radiator has such a timeless design that it wouldn’t look out of place in both contemporary or more traditionally-styled homes. Furthermore, aluminium has been proven time and time again to be the most energy-efficient of radiator materials, meaning this Eskimo radiator offers the ideal combination of function, style and efficiency for 2020.

Reina Reflect Mirrored Vertical Radiator

Looking for something a bit different for your home that boasts designer appeal in a high-performing vertical design? This offering from Reina is incredibly unique due to the addition of a mirror integrated into the design, ideal for space-enhancing and adding character to a room. With this radiator there is no need to take up wall space with both a radiator and a mirror, leaving you extra wall space to do what you want with.

Top horizontal radiators

Ultraheat Planal PHS Horizontal Radiator

A minimalistic, functional and affordable accompaniment to modern life, this radiator is built for reliability. The flat design is the epitome of simplicity, allowing you to draw more attention to your furniture and furnishings. With so many sizes and depths to choose from, this is an exceptionally versatile heating solution that is built to suit a variety of spaces.

Beaumont Victorian 4 Column Traditional Cast Iron Radiator

This traditional style cast iron radiator from Beaumont offers a fantastic way to add character to a property, or to provide a heating solution that is in-keeping with existing period features. Each radiator is hand built as per each order, using only grade A castings. The radiator is available with a primer coat, a choice of standard colours or Farrow & Ball colours, making it entirely adaptable to the unique qualities of your home.

Paladin Sloane Horizontal Cast Iron Traditional Radiator

Another distinctive cast iron horizontal radiator design that we couldn’t help but add to the list. This Paladin Sloane radiator is the ideal addition to period homes or those that love classic features. The range of metallic, mirror, polished and brushed finishes to choose from makes this totally customisable to the unique design of your interiors.

Top low level radiators

Eskimo Outline Brushed Stainless Steel Horizontal Radiator

Low level radiators are growing in popularity in homes across the UK due to the fact that they take up far less space than conventional heaters. This offering from Eskimo has an especially stylish brushed stainless steel surface, delivering modern homes and apartments with clean lines and fresh visuals. We think this radiator would make an especially effective low level addition to industrially-styled homes.

Ultraheat Hypo Horizontal Radiator

This low level model does not require wall fixings so is easy to install and quick to enjoy. This model also consumes less energy than a standard radiator so is a really efficient choice for homes.

DQ Bench Traditional Column Seat Radiator

The ultimate space-saver, this unique low level radiator combines your heating appliance with a solid wood bench, providing more seating area as well as an effective home-heating solution.

Top chrome radiators

Reina Pienza Horizontal Designer Radiator

Chrome radiators are a luxurious and contemporary addition to a room, that can even work to add an illusion of more space. This horizontal chrome radiator offering from Reina will go exceptionally well with modern décor, especially the cool grey and neutral tones that are becoming the go-to for many homes and apartments. This model is also available in a vertical design for those with small wall spaces.

Ultraheat Trojan Vertical Designer Radiator

This vertical chrome radiator is a bold choice for a home, offering a sleek and sophisticated touch to rooms such as a kitchen that may already have chrome features. This radiator can also be adapted for a bathroom with the addition of a towel rail.

Reina Osimo Vertical Designer Radiator

This radiator combines some of the most popular features of modern radiators in one appealing design. The vertical format is ideal to fit on narrower wall spaces, while the flat panels help make the most of your floor space. The chrome colour is undeniably modern and entirely versatile.

Top luxury radiators

Aeon Honeycomb Stainless Steel Designer Radiator

For a luxury radiator that looks like a piece of high-end contemporary art, this stainless steel design from Aeon has an entirely unique honeycomb design.

Eskimo Outline Blackboard Square Aluminium Radiator

A design that embraces the modern need for practicality, style and simplicity, this radiator combines energy-efficient aluminium with a matt black coating that can be used for a chalk board. A great addition to the kitchen or a children’s playroom.

Eskimo Outline Supermirror Square Aluminium Radiator

Similar to the previous radiator, this Eskimo radiator combines a highly energy-efficient aluminium radiator frame with a mirrored surface. Upon first, second and third glance, no one would know this was anything but a large mirror – let alone a fully-functioning, high-performance radiator.

Top towel radiators

Reina Fermo Aluminium Towel Radiator

This towel radiator offers an affordably and effective addition to bathrooms, made with premium aluminium for optimal energy efficiency. The flat panel design offers a space-saving solution for smaller bathrooms, while the wide choice of finishes (from Bronze satin to Anthracite) allows it to complement a range of interiors.

DQ Siena Stainless Steel Electric Towel Radiator

Electric towel radiators are one of the most popular options for modern bathrooms and this offering from DQ allows you to heat your bathroom and dry your towels entirely independently from your heating system.

Choosing a radiator in 2020

The most important thing when it comes to choosing a radiator in 2020 is to not be held back by the conventional styles and formats of the past. Every style of radiator is designed to heat your home just as well as conventional models, so why not get creative and take advantage of some of the eye0-catching and stylish options on the market today?! No matter the size, layout or style of your home, we hope you found the perfect new addition for your home.