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Radiator Valves
Manual and Thermostatic Radiator Valves (TRV)
Whether you’re looking for Thermostatic or Manual radiator valves, we have a broad range of styles and designs available for both radiators and heated towel rails. Valves don’t have to be purely functional, and selecting the right one can really accent the look of your radiator.
Thermostatic Radiator Valves (TRVs)
Manual Radiator Valves
Radiator Valves
A valve is a simple tap that regulates the flow of hot water in and out of the radiator which in turn, changes the temperature of the room.
There are two types of valves that can be used: non-thermostatic (Manual) and thermostatic (TRV).
The TRV controls the radiator's temperature by sensing the temperature of the air in the room, automatically opening and closing the flow to the radiator to maintain a preset temperature.
A manual valve maintains the temperature of the radiator regardless of how warm the room is and requires manual intervention to close.
On a radiator, there are two types of valves that work as a pair, the wheel head for the water inlet (also known as the flow) and the lockshield for the outlet (return).
The wheel head valve is the temperature control; the lockshield valve is used to balance the radiators in the system so that they all heat up at roughly the same rate. Simply put, the radiator closest to the boiler if left unchecked would heat quicker than the one situated at the other end of the house, so the lockshield valves should be set opened at increasing amounts the further away from the boiler the radiator is. For more information, check out our Comprehensive Guide to Radiator Valves.
Thermostatic Valves (TRVs)
The thermostatic valve allows you to automatically regulate the flow of hot water into the radiator. The control inside the valve head will increase or decrease the flow of hot water to the radiator depending on the ambient room temperature.
This allows you to set the valve to stay open until the temperature you want to reach is achieved, at which point the valve closes. If the temperature then drops the valve will reopen.
Manual Valves
A manual valve maintains the temperature of the radiator regardless of how warm the room is.
The control of the radiator temperature can be adjusted by hand by turning the valve either up or down.
The Ideal TRV
A Stylish and Compact Solution
The Ideal TRV has a smart, compact form and is available in White, Chrome, Nickel, Black, Antique Brass, and Antique Copper finishes.
Two Radiator Valve Types
We offer a choice of either Manual or TRV, depending on your requirements.
Multiple Finishes
Our valves are available in a variety of finishes to match your colour scheme.
Angled or Straight
Most of our valves are available in either angled or straight configurations.
Manufactured in Italy
Our valves are made in Italy, where quality and design come together.
Modern and Traditional Radiator Valves
Our radiator valves are not only manufactured to the highest standards but are also beautifully designed in Italy.
Whether you want to opt for a traditional look or prefer a more contemporary feel, we have a wide range of designer radiator valves to suit your requirements.
Customise your radiator by choosing from our broad selection and add that finishing touch to your room.
Ledbury 6 columns | 665mm x 10 sections | Colour co-ordinated to Benjamin Moore paint Van Deusen Blue (HC-156) with Nickel angled Vintage XL TRV valves