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Radiator foil?

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  • 31-01-2006 7:06pm
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    Neil_Sedaka
    Registered Users Posts: 2,102 ✭✭✭


    Anyone know the correct name of the foil that goes behind rads to prevent heat loss through the wall?
    Is it possible to install this after the rad is in place?

    Thanks.


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    Gordon Gekko
    Registered Users Posts: 435 ✭✭Gordon Gekko


    I don't know the correct name for it but I have seen it in pretty much all the DIY shops.

    It is possible to fit it when the radiator is already on the wall - just make two slits in it to allow it go over the wall brackets. It needs to be fixed to the wall with something - I've seen wallpaper paste recommended - but you could prob use something like pritt pads.


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    Neil_Sedaka
    Registered Users Posts: 2,102 ✭✭✭Neil_Sedaka


    Thanks Gordon, I'll try B&Q


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    GreeBo
    Registered Users Posts: 27,163 ✭✭✭✭GreeBo


    Is it actually any use?
    Ive felt the wall behind my rad and its not very hot.
    The wall is beside the fins, but I guess if you have a double rad thats not setup this way it might help...


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    Gordon Gekko
    Registered Users Posts: 435 ✭✭Gordon Gekko


    Not sure how effective it is. It is probably of max benefit on radiators fixed to external walls, and even then if the wall is insulated/dry-lined there prob wouldn't be a huge need for it. Then again, I suppose every bit helps :D


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