Plastic grids on the battery mount. Decorative grilles for heating radiators: types and recommendations, which is better to buy

Heating radiators do not always harmoniously fit into the interior of the room, especially for old cast-iron batteries. Even modern heating appliances that have an aesthetic appearance look apart in a room stylized as a classic or country style. To hide a radiator that violates the design of the room, decorative grilles or screens are used.

When purchasing such a design, do not forget that the main function of the batteries is to heat the room and the grilles on the radiators should not be an obstacle to normal heat exchange. A wide selection of similar products is on sale, in order to choose the right grate, you need to understand the principle of operation of heating radiators.

Requirements for gratings and screens

The principle of operation of radiators is based on the convection movement of air flows and infrared thermal radiation. Convection flows are formed when air comes into contact with the radiator and are directed upwards, while thermal radiation comes perpendicular to the heated surface of the battery and heats the space in front of it. At the same time, 60% of thermal energy comes from radiation, and 40% from the natural movement of convection currents.

When choosing grilles for radiators, you need to pay attention to the following points:

• The decorative design must ensure the free circulation of warm air and the passage of direct thermal radiation from the radiator. To do this, the product must have a front panel with openings of at least 50% of the total area, and an open upper horizontal surface.
• The dark inner surface of the grille on the radiator ensures better heat absorption and transmission. The color of the outer surface does not affect the heating efficiency, it is selected depending on the design of the room.
• The convection currents of warm air created by the radiator drag dust particles along with them, which will inevitably lead to the accumulation of dirt on the surface of the grille. The decor material should be easy to clean, including with the use of detergents.
• In addition to a decorative purpose, the grille also performs a protective function, covering the corners and ribs of radiators. This is especially true if there are small children in the house. The product must not have sharp protruding parts that could be a source of danger.

Many buyers make typical mistakes, paying attention first of all to the appearance of the grille for the radiator. For example, a solid panel with small holes at the bottom and top will not be able to provide free circulation of warm air, despite the fact that it will be tinted dark from the inside. A large amount of heat is required to heat the premises, which will result in an increase in energy costs.

Not the best option would be a wooden heating radiator grill in the form of a box with openings made of planks on the front panel, but covering the device from all sides. It will only allow thermal radiation to pass through and prevent convection currents blocking cold air from the window. In the interior, the wooden structure looks good, besides, flowers can be placed on the top surface, but in terms of efficiency, it leaves much to be desired.

The best option for a grille on a heating radiator would be a design with holes or slots located in the upper part of sufficient area to direct heated air upwards, which will ensure that cold streams are cut off from the window opening.

The heating efficiency will help to increase the aerodynamic visor installed under the windowsill. It is a narrow metal or cardboard strip that prevents warm air from accumulating on top of the battery. Another good addition is a heat injector in the form of two directional blades on top of the grate. The fact is that part of the heated air accumulates in the gap between the screen and the radiator. The heat injector collects the accumulated air and directs it in a powerful stream towards the room.

Design features of gratings

The determining parameters when choosing a grill design are the dimensions of the radiator and its position in the wall opening. Basically, the batteries are located in a niche under the window, the upper part of which is the window sill.

There are several basic designs for decorating radiators:

• The radiator grill in the form of a box completely covers not only the battery, but also the heating pipes connected to it.
• Hinged grilles with a lid are used to decorate radiators protruding from under the windowsill or located on a flat wall.
• Hinged grids without a cover are designed for batteries, the top of which is completely hidden by a window sill.
• Flat screens are used to cover heaters recessed in a niche.

When choosing grilles for radiators with a lid, it should be borne in mind that for normal convection, their upper part should protrude from under the window sill by 2/3 of its depth.

Metal gratings

Such gratings are a perforated metal sheet with holes in the form of a pattern. The metal has excellent heat dissipation, and looks elegant in any interior. There are varieties with a metal frame, inside of which a mesh with cells of various shapes and sizes is stretched. In addition to outwardly simple models, gratings are made with a coating that imitates various textures of wood and combined panels, in which, in addition to metal, other materials are used.

The paint and varnish coating on metal grilles is applied by powder spraying, which does not fade and reliably protects the metal from corrosion and minor mechanical damage in the form of scratches. In the event of a change in the design of the room, the grille can be repainted.

Metal products are easy to install, have an affordable price and a wide range of models. They are deservedly popular with both owners of country houses and apartments. It will be problematic to make a metal grill for a radiator on your own - it is better to purchase a finished product. It is possible to order a custom-made panel if the standard products do not fit due to the exclusive shape of the radiator or its unusual installation location.

PVC gratings

Grilles for PVC radiators can be made entirely of PVC or have a steel frame. In terms of thermal conductivity, this material is much inferior to metal, so most of the thermal radiation will be blocked, which will accordingly lead to an increase in the cost of heating.

PVC withstands high temperatures well and does not emit toxic substances at the same time, the only exception is cheap types of plastic. Lattices retain an aesthetic appearance for a long time and can have a variety of shapes and colors that imitate natural materials. Polyvinyl chloride screens belong to the budget category - compared to products made from other materials, the cost is the lowest. The disadvantage of plastic panels is their low strength, which must be taken into account when installing in a children's room.

wooden lattice

Wood is a natural material that creates a special comfort in the room. That is why wooden grilles on radiators are very popular. In addition, wood is an environmentally friendly material and will never harm the residents of the house. Well-crafted and toned wood blends harmoniously into any room design, as grilles can be made in a variety of architectural styles. The cost of such products is quite high, especially if they are made to order, taking into account the individual wishes of the customer.

Various types of wood are used as a material, which is the determining factor in the cost of gratings. To reduce the susceptibility of wood to temperature changes, finished products are varnished in several layers.

A cheaper alternative to gratings made entirely of wood are screens with a wooden frame and an MDF insert. Fibreboards have good thermal conductivity and can easily withstand temperature fluctuations. A wide range of colors and cut patterns allows you to choose MDF gratings for any interior space.

Glass screens

Glass is considered a fragile material, but in this case it is not at all the case. For the manufacture of screens, tempered high-strength glass 6-8 mm thick is used, which is even specially problematic to damage.

Usually the glass screen looks like a solid panel mounted on the wall. It completely covers the radiator from the front, preventing heat radiation. Above and below there is space for the free movement of convection currents.

Glass can be transparent, translucent or frosted in various shades. It is also possible to apply drawings and photographs on order by thermal printing, which allows you to fit the glass screen on the radiator into any interior of the house.

ATTENTION! In the price list, prices are indicated with a 25% discount and without!
Discount does not apply to metal screens

Height/Length	Length up to 70cm	Length from 71 to 100 cm	Length from 101 to 130cm	Length from 131 to 150 cm
Height up to 50 cm	3600 4800	3900 5200	4400 5900	4900 6500
Height from 51 to 70 cm	3900 5200	4400 5900	4900 6500	5700 7600
Height from 71 to 100 cm	4400 5900	4900 6500	5700 7600	6600 8800

Height/Length	Length up to 70cm	Length from 71 to 100 cm	Length from 101 to 130cm	Length from 131 to 150 cm
Height up to 50 cm	5800 7700	6300 8400	7300 9700	8100 10800
Height from 51 to 70 cm	6300 8400	7300 9700	8100 10800	8600 11400
Height from 71 to 100 cm	7300 9700	8100 10800	8600 11400	9100 12200

The price of a screen and a box made of MDF with LEATHER trim = 16000 PROMOTION 12000 rub / sq. meter.

The price of a screen and a box made of solid beech = 19900 SHARE 14900 rub / sq. meter.

The price of a screen and a box made of solid oak = 22900 SHARE 17900 rub / sq. meter.

box size is calculated based on height*length*depth

the price of one box cannot be less than 14,900 rubles.

the price of one panel cannot be less than 10,000 rubles.

All screen sizes indicated in the price list are EXTERNAL!

You know, more than 5,000 people have decided to buy from Elite Screen in Moscow and think that this is an excellent choice!

A decorative screen for a battery is not only a great solution for masking radiators. Screens for batteries also perform a protective function. They minimize infrared radiation from heating devices and serve as an additional interior decoration.

Why do you need a screen-lattice for a battery

Decorative screens on the battery perform two main functions.

• The battery will be protected from external influences. In addition, it is also a protection for the owner. You can accidentally injure yourself on the radiator, and a protective screen for the battery will minimize this risk.
• Due to the variety of designs, you can literally buy a decorative panel for a battery for any interior, including wooden ones made of MDF or solid wood. It will perfectly fit into any stylistic concept and decorate the room.

Types of screens for the battery

The manufacture of decorative panels for batteries is possible from various materials. In our company you can order:

• A decorative screen on an MDF battery is a budget option that has a number of advantages. In addition to the fact that you can buy a screen for an MDF battery inexpensively, at the same time it is not afraid of high temperatures, thus it does not differ in any way from more expensive models. In addition, this product looks very impressive due to its stylish design.
• The battery screen made of solid oak and beech is a premium product for connoisseurs of natural, eco-friendly materials. Wooden grilles for heating radiators safe for health, because they are made of natural material. And the natural beauty of wood gives them a special chic.
• The battery screen made of MDF and eco-leather is an exclusive option for sophisticated, trendy interiors. Eco-leather trim gives the design a special elegance, and thanks to the variety of colors, it is not difficult to choose a model that would harmoniously fit into the interior.
• You can also buy perforated HDF sheets from us, which can be used to repair screens.

How to order a decorative screen for a battery

Our catalog contains a variety of models. Each product is accompanied by a photograph so that you can study the design and color options in detail. Our company has been in production for 10 years and can offer a truly extensive range of products made in accordance with the latest fashion trends in interior design. For the manufacture of our products, only high-quality materials are used, and the production is equipped with modern, high-tech equipment that allows us to achieve the highest quality products.

We can fulfill an order according to individual sizes, and also offer to buy our products with delivery to any city.

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The design of some heating radiators, especially in older houses, serves dust collector.

Also, some radiators may be cause of injury.

To hide harmonica batteries, secure space and give the interior a more aesthetic appearance, it is worth using decorative grilles.

Purpose of gratings

Protective screens for heating batteries have a number of functions:

• protect inhabitants of the house from accidental injury - a child can hit the protruding corners of the register, and in winter at the temperature of the coolant at 70 °C and above you can get burned;
• prevent the accumulation of dust and debris in the registers- the flow of cold air towards the battery carries all the small debris and dust that accumulate in the folds of the registers, the protective screen prevents the movement of dust.

Attention! The grid must provide free air circulation: inlet in the lower part, outlet at the window sill for heating the window glass and the room.

Types and sizes of screens for radiators: photo

Main condition hanging panels of any design - it should not prevent free circulation of air. In order for the radiator to give off more heat, it is recommended to do a large number of holes in the top cover, or remove the top panel.

To service the battery, shut-off valves or thermostat design it is preferable to choose a removable. pay attention to no sharp corners- the grate itself should not cause injury. Not all designs meet these requirements.

Hinged without side panels

This type of grid is screen, which is suspended on brackets to Wall, fixed to the windowsill or installed on the floor. The latter design meets the requirements of convection and provides access for repairing the heating system, as it provides an influx of cold air from below, an exit of heated air at the top, and it is easy to remove it for repairs.

Photo 1. An example of a hinged screen without side panels, attached to the wall with brackets.

If the battery is not installed in a window sill, but a window sill of small width, then 2/3 batteries left open as required by building regulations.

Important! Design flaw - visible not closed side surfaces.

Mounted with top cover

The grid is made from metal sheet. The advantage is high heat transfer. Screens are hung with hooks on the battery, their easy to remove and clean, but due to the top cover, such gratings prevent air exchange.

Photo 2. It looks like a protective grill for a radiator with a cover, made on the basis of a metal sheet.

Box with ventilation holes

Box screens give free access to cold air from below and from the side, and the top panel with a sufficient number of holes freely releases heated air into the room. box - the most correct from the point of view of thermodynamics design.

Such a screen has excellent opportunities for decoration - front panel can be decorated a decorative pattern using laser cutting, or a wicker rattan insert, a fabric that repeats the pattern of the wallpaper.

Photo 3. Battery screen in the form of a box with ventilation holes.

The three structures described are more common, but do not exhaust all design possibilities: for individual orders some firms make furniture with built-in or sliding bars, which saves space.

Protective grilles for radiators made of various materials

For the manufacture of radiator screens, a variety of materials are used: perforated steel sheets, wooden beams of various sections, MDF, NDF boards, plastic, glass, rattan and many others. Each of them has its own advantages and disadvantages.

You will also be interested in:

Steel

Steel gratings are made from perforated sheets 0.8-1 mm thick with various shapes and sizes of holes, in a frame made of a special profile or bent sheet without a frame. Color can be selected according to RAL catalog. Enamel, pural, galvanized or powder cladding can be used as a coating.

The most expensive screens are manufactured industrially from stainless steel.

And to make a lattice with your own hands, you will need a special welding machine for thin-walled metal.

Steel panels are durable, do not require special care, and fit perfectly into current interior styles. loft, hi-tech, techno.

Wooden

Do-it-yourself grating from a wooden beam available to a master who has the skills to work with a drill and a jigsaw.

Reference! Better to use hardwoods, as they emit less resin.

The wood must first be well dried to avoid warping later, impregnated with flame retardant for fire protection and antiseptic- from rot and mold. With the help of stain or glazing compositions of different colors, you can give an ordinary birch a look of valuable wood. Terminates a process heat resistant varnish, compositions for a sauna are suitable.

Lattices made of wood Easily fit into most interior styles, the main thing is to choose the right shade of coverage.

MDF

Plate MDF or NDF also suitable for the manufacture of a protective screen thanks to great heat dissipation.

Laser cutting allows you to make any drawing you like on the panel - an ornament, a landscape or another image.

Plates it is better to choose laminated, they are easier to care for and more durable in high temperature conditions.

The frame for the screen is made of wood or plastic profiles, the surface of the plate can imitate precious wood, mosaic, natural stone. From the variety of options, you can always choose the appropriate style and color scheme for the interior.

Plastic PVC

Heat resistant plastic PVC is often used to make grilles for radiators due to its simple processing, low weight design, easy cleaning from dust and dirt, budget cost. The heat transfer resistance of PVC is greater than that of metal, so such a grid will retain some of the heat.

Surface of PVC screens decorate under valuable breeds of a tree or a stone, they can be applied film coating with any pattern. The main requirement for the material is safety: all structural components must be heat-resistant and not emit harmful substances when heated.

Are unattractive heating systems installed in your house, which by their appearance bring disharmony to the overall interior? This is not a reason to despair because of the prospect of forever watching unsightly radiators in front of you. And even more so, this is not a reason to spend money on new devices. The problem can be solved much easier and cheaper - to disguise the batteries with decorative grilles. You don’t have to buy them in a store or order them individually from a master, because it’s quite possible to make screens of the required sizes with your own hands - then we’ll tell you how to realize such an idea using various materials: PVC, drywall and wood.

The benefits of decorative grilles

Before starting to consider the features of making battery screens, let's outline the advantages of these decorative elements in order to understand what their benefits are. So, grilles for radiators make it possible:

1. Effectively hide batteries. Do you want to transform your home and understand that the existing radiators, albeit quite neat, will not fit into the new environment? Or are the heating devices already so old that they spoil the interior with their very appearance? In both cases, decorative screens will come in handy - they will not only disguise the batteries, but also act as a full-fledged decoration of the room.
2. Protect radiators from dirt and dust, thereby facilitating their maintenance.
3. Ensure uniform distribution of warm air masses throughout the room.
4. Protect household members, in particular young children, from burns and bruises from contact with heating appliances.

Decorative screens hide unsightly radiators

An absolute plus of decorative screens is that their appearance can be completely different. Colors, texture, shape, material, dimensions - everything here depends only on your wishes. But note that there is also a standard line of screen sizes:

• 60 x 30 cm;
• 60 x 60 cm;
• 60 x 90 cm;
• 60 x 120 cm;
• 60 x 150 cm;
• 60 x 180 cm.

Now we will directly consider how to make decorative gratings from PVC, drywall and wood.

PVC screens

PVC is a heat-resistant and durable material, characterized by a low price and a wide range of colors. Almost the only drawback of plastic is its low resistance to mechanical shocks. The screen can be made entirely of PVC, or with wooden or metal supports to increase the overall strength of the structure.

The first stage in the manufacture of PVC grating is the creation of a drawing. Measure the height, depth and width of the radiator. Add 4 cm to the width on each side to ensure free air circulation, and 3-5 cm to the depth. Using the data obtained, draw a diagram of the future screen.

The second stage is the construction of the box. Using a hacksaw or electric jigsaw, cut out the side, front and top parts of the screen from PVC. Drill shaped air holes in the top and front sections. Connect the elements of the box together with carnations and metal corners.

Important! The fewer holes in the screen, the worse the heated air spreads around the perimeter of the room, which is fraught with a low level of room heating.

The third stage is the installation of the screen: attach the box to the battery and fix it with self-tapping screws either on the wall or on special wall canopies.

Plasterboard gratings

Drywall is another affordable, heat-resistant, and easy-to-work material that is great for grating.

Drywall

Screen manufacturing sequence:

1. Mark up: at the top, bottom and on both sides of the battery, draw, respectively, vertical and horizontal lines with an indent of 5-7 cm - a profile frame will be attached to them.
2. From a metal profile 6 cm wide, cut the strips for the frame: side, bottom and top, as well as two protruding ones - to ensure the depth of the screen. The latter should be the longest, as they will need to be bent in two places.
3. Fasten the top, bottom and side rails of the profile to the wall with screws. Bend the long strips for the protruding part of the box at a right angle in the right places so that you get oblong U-shaped elements, and then connect their edges with screws to the side rails on the wall.
4. Cut drywall elements for sheathing the box. Make air holes in the top and front panels. Then fix all panels to the frame with screws. The finished box can be painted, wallpapered, painted, etc.

Wooden screens

Wooden screens are a classic decor that will fit perfectly into literally any interior. Despite the fact that this option cannot be called the cheapest, it is wooden gratings that are one of the most popular in their category. The reasons for the demand for wooden screens are naturalness, elegant appearance and, of course, ease of construction:

wooden screen

1. Take measurements for the future box. Measure the width, height and depth of the battery and add 8-10 cm to each indicator.
2. Build a screen frame from thin bars. First, cut out the top and two side strips and connect them together with metal corners. Then hang the resulting product on the radiator and fix it with self-tapping screws either directly on the wall or on pre-installed canopies.
3. Cut out the front panel of the screen from the MDF sheet, make the necessary holes in it and fasten it to the frame with self-tapping screws.

Advice. Be sure to varnish the surface of the finished screen to protect the wood from temperature extremes.

Now you know what the use of decorative screens is and how you can make them yourself using available tools. It remains to stock up on the necessary materials and you can get to work - by following simple instructions and showing imagination, you can get lattices no worse than store-bought ones, but much cheaper.

DIY wooden battery screen: video

Screen on a heating radiator: photo

Grilles for heating radiators

Although heating radiators do an excellent job with their direct functions of heating rooms in the cold season, they will not always look aesthetically pleasing, fitting into a sophisticated interior. That is why the owners of houses and apartments often resort to the use of elements such as grilles for heating radiators. Such gratings can not only update your interior, giving it new exquisite features, but also protect against hot metal, make it easier to care for heat sources in your home.

Currently, the market is simply filled with an incredible number of variations of grilles for heating radiators, so choosing the right one for yourself is not difficult. Let's figure out what grilles for radiators can be and how they differ from each other.

Variety of grilles for radiators

It should be noted right away that grilles for heating radiators should be not only attractive, but also resistant to prolonged exposure to high temperature conditions. After all, the heating season passes for quite a long time, all this time the gratings will come into contact with the heated metal of the batteries.

If we evaluate the heat resistance, then the materials will be as follows:

• MDF. This is an imitation of wood, but the cost of such gratings is less. Decorative grilles for heating radiators made of MDF can be of various shapes, they look great, and different images can be applied to their plane.

• Wood. Wooden gratings for heating radiators are usually made of precious woods, so such gratings are expensive. They go well with other interior items of the premises, suitable for almost any style. But under the influence of high temperatures from heating radiators, the tree can become deformed and dry out. Wood is an indicator of sophistication in the interior, in addition, such lattices will add comfort to your home.

Wooden grilles for heating radiators

• Glass. Glass grids for radiators are included in the category of expensive ones. They are made of frosted or colored glass. You can also find gratings with a printed pattern. It is worth noting that the material is not very practical - after all, the glass may not withstand an accidental mechanical shock or prolonged pressure. It should be handled carefully and carefully so as not to break inadvertently.

• Metal. Metal grilles for heating radiators are the most common, they are often used in domestic conditions. This is a practical and convenient option to hide batteries from prying eyes and decorate your interior with a stylish element.

• certain types of plastic. Plastic grills for heating radiators are included in the category of budget products. Very often, such gratings are used in public spaces, in office buildings. And if the material is not of high quality, then when heated, such gratings can be dangerous to human health.

Flat grilles are usually placed on such radiators that are mounted in niches. Mounted - made with or without a lid. There are also pvc grilles for heating radiators in the form of a box - they are used if you want to completely close the heating elements and communications.

Why metal?

Metal grilles for heating radiators do not have any special design - however, they are very practical in all their variations. As a rule, such gratings are made of thin sheets of steel. They are powder coated for longer life.

Decorative grilles for stainless steel radiators do not require painting, as the material itself has good aesthetic characteristics.

Sometimes such material is perforated, resulting in a complex pattern. But such models will fit perfectly only into the interior, created in the style of hi-tech.

Metal grilles for heating radiators in high-tech style

So, metal grills for radiators have many advantages, which led to their wide distribution:

• They do not need to be repaired or painted.
• They will not interfere with heat transfer.
• Made from materials that are safe for human health.
• They are easy to put on.
• From heating are not deformed.
• If there is contamination, it is very easy to remove.

What affects the cost of battery grids?

Radiator grilles can help you save money. And if you have normal cast-iron batteries that give excellent heat dissipation, but have an unsightly appearance, then it is not necessary to remove them. It is enough just to purchase lattices for them - and they will be hidden under stylish interior elements that successfully complement it.

So, the cost of the lattice will be influenced by several factors:

• Manufacturing material. Of course, a wooden product made from expensive fine wood will cost more than a plastic product.
• Brand and trade mark. It is not worth arguing that if you have in front of you identical products of German and Chinese production, then their cost will be completely different.

• Dimensions of grilles for heating radiators. If you order a non-standard design, then the cost of such a product may be higher - even by 50%.

• Decoration. If you order a product with figured legs, complex weaves, beautiful edging, then it will cost more than standard lattices.
• Structural features. Flat gratings will be cheaper than closed boxes.
• Color and staining method. When ordering expensive exclusive variations such as "under the tree", "under the gold", etc. the cost of such products will be slightly higher than just white powder coating.

Decorative grilles, as seen in the photo, in any design can complete your interior. The design of the room will no longer be spoiled by sometimes completely unsightly cast-iron heating radiators. In addition, the owners of the premises will like not only the design task of the batteries, but also the ease of care for them - after all, you no longer have to paint the batteries, and sometimes this is difficult to do because of the design of heating radiators.