Which valves do I need?
Inlet Position: |
Pipework Through Wall |
Pipework Through Floor |
Pipework Along Wall |
Bottom |
Angled/Corner |
Straight |
Corner |
Sides |
Angled/Corner |
Angled/Corner |
Straight |
Middle |
Angled/H-Block |
Straight/H-Block |
Corner |
Angled radiator valves are typically used when the pipework comes from the floor, or from the wall directly behind the radiator. The angled design allows for a neat connection.
Straight radiator valves are used when the pipework comes up from the floor directly beneath the radiator and are perfect for towel radiators where the inlets are at the bottom. They're not suitable for side-entry radiators unless the pipework runs along the wall horizontally.
Corner valves are often used when the pipework comes from the wall, or runs along the wall and needs to turn a corner to connect to the side of the radiator.
H-Block radiator valves are a more compact solution, often used with modern radiators that have connections at the bottom, rather than the sides.