The screen on the battery is an excellent solution for those who do not want to change old pipes, but want to give the room a fresh look and protect the batteries.
What is a screen and why is it needed
Battery screen - it is a protective structure, it softens blows to the heating radiator, protects against burns if accidentally touched and creates an aesthetic appearance. It is impossible to make the screen completely deaf. When choosing or installing a screen on heating radiators, it is important to remember:
- access to valves and plugs should be open, especially in the off-season;
- grille should be easily removed for inspection metal structures for leaks or corrosion;
- the mesh at the screen should be quite large in order to ensure the flow of warm air into the room;
- the design must be suitable in size and be securely fastened.
Screens per battery may vary in type of attachment, material, construction size and design.
Mounting method is selected depending on the type of battery placement. For wall mounted radiators, the screens are made in the form of a box. For batteries built into a niche, the screen can be made in the form of a panel or a grid.
Construction material:
- wood boards of medium or high density (MDF, HDF);
- metal, if the radiator has a large area, it is better to choose a lightweight design;
- rattan - a natural material made from calamus or palm stems;
- glass, if the type of battery is not aesthetic, it is better to choose tinted glass;
- tree;
- plastic, this material must be chosen with care if the heating surface temperature of the radiator is very high.
The most durable will be screens made of wood, glass or metal. They are not very susceptible to temperature changes, tolerate heat well and cool down for a long time, giving more heat into the room from the heating system.
For safety and environmental reasons, you can choose wood or rattan. They can harmoniously fit into any interior and become its decoration. Most accessible screens price category screens will be made of MDF.
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Plastic is used for office buildings. It cools down quickly, is not suitable for protecting radiators, and with strong heat may give off an unpleasant odor.
Features of use and installation
Some materials will have to be looked after, otherwise the original appearance will quickly lose its effect.
metal. The most common and easily accessible screens. Basically, they are made in the form of a grid in the housing, due to which well pass heat, cool down for a long time. Installation metal meshes on radiators is quite simple and can be done alone.
Care can be complicated depending on the mesh and its pattern, since the dust from each curl or cell will take a long time to wipe. For care, you can use any means that do not harm the coating. Some models can be repainted. The lightest mesh is aluminum.
The metal is not deformed, it is inexpensive and will last for proper care a very long time. Under the interior, you can choose any color and shape of the picture. The metal is quite strong (about 3 mm), so is not afraid of light blows and is safe when touched. With the function of protecting the heating system, metal grilles do an excellent job, they are also safe to touch. In the nursery, it is better to exclude sharp corners.
wooden screens. Can be made from any wood and any shape. Durable, reliable, unpretentious. Environmentally friendly material can be installed in a children's room or people suffering from respiratory diseases. Wooden grills are inexpensive, they pass warm air well, create pleasant warmth and cool down for a long time.
Care may consist of removing dust, it is also advisable not to store substances with a pungent odor, since natural materials tend to accumulate odors. Durable nets are not afraid of deformation or light impacts. Such a lattice can also serve as protection in a room where children like to play outdoor games.
Modern rules for the design of premises, as well as growing safety requirements, recommend restricting access to heating devices or at least partially blocking them.
Therefore, they developed different types screens, including those made of metal, which can be used both as decoration and as protection against accidental contact with them. In addition, they can also be used to decorate other elements of the heating system, as well as to partially mask some unwanted details in the room.
Metal battery shields feature a complete, ready-to-install design to fit most sizes of these products. The industry offers models for heating appliances not only of a new type, but also of an old one, made of cast iron, steel and aluminum. Their price depends on the size and type of product.
Where to use them
When decorating or finishing a room, a situation can often arise when the installed old heaters do not fit into new interior and spoil it with their appearance. In this case, their complete or partial replacement will be quite expensive, so metal screens have been developed to hide the unaesthetic nature of such products.
With their help, it is possible to block the view front surface radiator, top and end surfaces. However, there are also structures that allow the creation of single extended floors along walls, consisting of several, which allows them to be used as an independent decorative element.
Why was it customary to use a battery guard anyway? It is connected with very high temperature coolants in heating devices, which can be especially dangerous in kindergartens, administrative and educational buildings, medical rooms. Designed metal screens for radiators in this case are mandatory to prevent accidental contact with their hot surface.
Their special application can be found in rooms where there are complex inputs of highways, openings and niches, ventilation ducts and other similar elements.
Metal screens of the following designs cover completely or partially such areas:
- in the form of a flat panel;
- with an upper open or deaf plane;
- with side and top planes;
- in the form of a box. (See also the article.)
Tip: you can use them in individual structures and installations that require closing openings and passages while ensuring the circulation of air masses.
Kinds
Metal screens for heating appliances are made with:
- different structural elements;
- additional structures of various types;
- full or partial overlap in planes;
- different design of the front surface.
It will not be difficult to install them with your own hands.
Design differences
- Fastening system and lattice part:
In the photo - types of screens for heating appliances
- The presence of the upper and end planes with or without their own mesh inserts:
- the first can be made in a removable version or made from one sheet with the front panel;
- the latter are made taking into account the pipelines supplied and may have ready-made places for them or prepared holes that are easy to make.
Some models allow you to connect multiple faceplates into a single structure using end plate fasteners. In this case, it is possible to manufacture a metal screen for radiators of large or non-standard lengths.
Tip: using prefabricated structures, you can install products along the entire wall so that they immediately cover the batteries and the pipelines connected to them.
Product features
Screens for metal radiators, although simple in design, have several mandatory characteristics. Thanks to this, it is possible to mount them on radiators and operate for a long time without changing the parameters.
Let's consider these characteristics in more detail:
- size- is selected according to the size of the heating device being designed;
- strength- ensures the preservation of geometry and position after a small mechanical load;
- coating heat resistance- its properties and color should not change under the influence of high temperature;
- necessary throughput gratings- after using a metal screen, the instruction requires that the air circulation near the radiator does not decrease;
- the ability to quickly dismantle the entire structure or its individual parts during maintenance and repair work.
Conclusion
Metal screens for heating radiators are a simple universal product that eliminates most undesirable situations. With their help, it is possible not only to mask some sections of the walls, but also to protect people from accidentally touching the hot elements of the heating system.
Currently, such structures are used in many rooms, which indicates their simplicity and accessibility. The video in the article will help you find additional information on this topic.
Often during the repair of a house or apartment, the question arises: is it necessary to change the heating radiators? If they are not damaged and do their job well, then there is no need to spend money on the purchase and installation of new heating appliances. If they look unsightly and do not fit into the design of the future repair, then for this there are special protective screens that have a beautiful decorative appearance and well pass heat from the radiators through themselves. This design is a "cover" for heating devices.
Screen for radiators in the interior of the room
Purpose
The radiator protector has three main functions:
- Protective. The panels protect against burns and other damage that can result from contact with the radiator.
- Camouflage. Screens hide unsightly elements of the heating system.
- Decorative. Devices make it possible to equip heating radiators according to the design solution.
In addition to performing all the above functions, protective panels should not reduce the efficiency of space heating.
Kinds
By constructive solution There are three main types of protective screens that are most common:
hinged panel
The most simple, cheap and popular types of screens. There are no side and bottom railings in the design. To install them, it is enough to hang the panel on the heating radiator. Due to the fact that such a casing is sold already in finished condition, it is necessary to purchase them in the appropriate size. The casing must completely cover the area of the battery and not go beyond its perimeter. Thanks to their design, the hinged panels can be easily hung and removed, which is convenient in case of necessary access to the radiator.
flat panel
It is installed as a battery enclosure in a niche or a decorative panel of any material on the connectors. The most commonly used glass panel.
glass installation process decorative panel per battery:
- Four points are marked on the wall behind the radiator, along which the fasteners will be installed.
- Drilling is performed at the marked points.
- Chrome connectors are installed on four sides.
- A decorative glass shield is hung on the connectors. His optimal distance from the wall - 20 cm. Holes for fastening in the glass are drilled at the installation site or at the factory.
- Decorative glass is fixed with special fasteners.
Such a casing hides the heating radiator from all sides. To make a box with your own hands, you need to draw up a design drawing. When designing the box, it is important to take into account the margin of dimensions: 30-40 mm on each side, and also add 30 mm from the wall to the panel. The side walls can be without holes, except for openings for the pipeline.
Work sequence:
- According to the drawing, a decorative frame made of wood or MDF is arranged, inside which a crate of wooden slats or rattan.
- Bars are attached to the frame at the corners perpendicularly. Their length corresponds to the thickness of the box.
- The casing is assembled. The top panel and side structural elements are attached. It is better if the top panel is ventilated. It is made from the same material as the screen.
- Non-through holes are drilled in the bars located in the upper corners, a box will be hung on them.
- Mounting brackets are marked on the wall. According to the marks, holes are drilled in which the brackets are arranged.
- The finished product is hung on the brackets.
To improve the heating efficiency, a heat-reflecting foil is arranged between the wall and the radiator. It is cut out the same size as the box.
According to the material of manufacture, the following types of screens are distinguished:
Wooden
Wooden box for a heating radiator in the interior
The wooden panel is suitable for any heating radiator. The box is made from wood of different species. The properties of wood allow you to perform absolutely any design of the structure, and the appropriate paint and varnish materials give it the necessary shade.
Advantages of wooden screens:
- high heat transfer;
- environmental friendliness;
- beautiful appearance.
Flaws:
- the need for maintenance of the structure;
- drying out of the material;
- high price.
For classic interior the construction is made of precious wood.
metal
What does it look like metal panel on radiators
Metal panels can be made of steel or aluminum mesh, perforated plate or decorative forged grating. The most common and budget casing is a hinged mesh.
Advantages:
- low cost;
- ease of installation;
- high heat transfer;
- ease of care;
- no deformation.
The disadvantage is limited opportunity interior applications. But this disadvantage is leveled by metal fences of other designs.
For a classic refined interior or a medieval design of a room, forged metal railings are suitable. They cost more than others hardware to protect radiators.
glass
glass panel for room decoration
The glass panel is most often used as a decorative element, thanks to the ability to choose any pattern. It is made of tempered glass up to 8 mm thick. Thanks to special processing, the glass panel for protecting the radiator is able to resist scratches and chips.
Advantages:
- beautiful appearance;
- good heat transfer;
- ease of care;
- the possibility of applying a unique decor.
Flaws:
- brittleness of the material;
- it is not recommended to install in the room where the child lives;
- rather high cost.
To maintain the glass panel, simply wipe it with a damp cloth and window cleaner.
Plastic
Battery Protection Plastic Panel
A plastic battery case is the cheapest, but it cannot be called safe. Poor-quality plastic can release toxic substances when heated. Plastic screens are made of any design. It can be a box, a flat panel or a niche fence.
Advantages:
- beautiful appearance;
- low cost.
Flaws:
- plastic panels are toxic;
- fragility.
Screen made of MDF or HDF
MDF (Medium Density) and HDF (High Density) are sheet material made from pressed wood fibres. Such material is cheaper than wood, so it is used as a budget analogue. wooden structures. From MDF and HDF, the casing is most often made in the form of a box, niche or panel.
MDF screen for heating radiator
It is rational to make the box itself from MDF or HDF, and the fence from metal or rattan.
Advantages of MDF and HDF:
- the price is lower than wood;
- wood imitation;
- environmental friendliness;
- a wide selection of colors and textures.
Flaws:
- low thermal conductivity;
- massiveness of the structure;
- access to battery structures is difficult.
Rattan screens
Rattan Battery Panel
Rattan is a woven fabric natural material(bark and core of the vine). Most often used for boxes or panels in combination with MDF or wood. A casing made of such material is suitable for a country-style room.
Advantages:
- beautiful appearance;
- low cost;
- environmentally friendly material.
Flaws:
- drying under the influence of high temperature;
- limited in colors and patterns of weaving.
DIY screen. Video
How to make a wooden screen for a heating battery with your own hands, this video will tell.
All types of screens are presented on the market in a wide range. Standard models are made in production; for a specific room design, it is better to order an individual model, for example, a glass one with decor. Such a solution will be somewhat more expensive, but will emphasize the individuality of the room.
In contact with
Batteries are not always happy with their appearance. Some models cause an ardent desire to hide them. One of the solutions to the problem is grilles for heating radiators. There are a lot of options, for different wallets, in different types and styles.
A little about heat engineering and grids for batteries
Even if you need grills for radiators for decoration, do not forget that batteries should heat the room. Any screen reduces heat transfer, even the most openwork and thin. Another question is that one will reduce the amount of heat transferred by 10-15%, and the other by all 60% or even more. It is unlikely that you will want to sit in a beautiful, but cold room, so when choosing a decorative lattice, you must also consider how heat will spread.
The principle of heat transfer from a heating radiator without a grill is shown in the figure. The main idea is that air should come from below, pass along the battery, heat up, go up. This is how our heating works. When choosing a grille or screen, you need to keep this in mind. For normal air circulation, it is necessary that there is a gap at the bottom, and there is no cover at the top. V last resort the lid should have a large perforated area.
Not a bad option - large holes allow air to move freely
But if you look at many of the decorative grilles, you can immediately tell that the room will be cold. This is especially affected by grilles for heating radiators in the form of a box, which have walls on all sides. If they are very openwork, as in the photo above, there is not much trouble, but if they are made of solid wood (as in the photo below), with almost no perforation or with minimal holes, be prepared for heating inefficiency.
Wood, of course, is an aesthetic material, but it has a high heat capacity. Until the wood heats up, the room will be cold. And since the array is located above the radiator and there are no holes for circulation, the radiator under such a grill will be hot, but the room will be cold.
Tasks and materials
Most often, grilles on heating radiators are installed for decoration - not all heaters look attractive, and grilles are sometimes made very beautiful. The second task that battery screens often perform is to cover sharp and hard edges. This is true in families with children, especially if old-style cast-iron radiators, such as "accordion", are installed. Their shape is dangerous, and their appearance is unattractive, they will be in place only in
Make grilles for heating radiators from different materials:
- Metal screens for batteries are mass-produced. They are made from thin sheet steel, which is then coated with paint. For the most part, they cost a little, but they look average. The duration of operation depends on the quality of the color. Preferably powder enamels. They last longer, retaining their attractiveness for decades. From the point of view of the effect on heating, metal screens on radiators - optimal choice. The metal heats up quickly, and then it begins to radiate heat. So the option is inexpensive (usually) and does not greatly affect the temperature in the room (in the presence of perforation).
- Forged lattices are very beautiful. But forging is too openwork, so some kind of background is required, and it is often made contrasting in order to highlight the forged elements brighter. To ensure normal air circulation, it makes sense to make a “background” from a perforated metal sheet.
- Wooden lattices and screens. Wood has always been and remains a premium material. The high plasticity of the material allows you to make them in different styles and shapes. And although there are inexpensive products made of wood, they look very good. But, as mentioned above, working with a radiator closed on all sides by wood transfers little heat into the room.
- MDF and HDF. Made using laminated sheet materials. Staz should say that when MDF production and HDF do not use binders. The softened wood fibers are pressed, and lignin, a natural binder found in wood, is released in the process. Lignin and glues the fibers. So both of these materials are absolutely safe. If we more or less know products from MDF, then HDF is an unfamiliar material for many. It differs from MDF only in terms of pressing. It is molded under higher pressure, as a result it turns out to be very thin (3-4 mm), but more dense and uniform. HDF holds its shape well, therefore openwork grilles for heating radiators are often made from HDF. In terms of influence on heating, they are slightly better than wood- the layer is thinner, perforations are usually larger.
- Plastic. Plastic products are most often used in bathrooms and toilets. This material is the most hygienic, it can be washed an unlimited number of times. For manufacturing, heat-resistant plastic is used, which is not afraid of heating up to 60-80 ° C. If the grate bars are installed at an angle, as in the photo, the heating will work efficiently. Air flows freely through the cracks. It all depends on how the lid is made.
- Glass screens on radiators appeared several years ago. They are not ideal in terms of heating, but they have an attractive appearance. They are made of special tempered glass, matted or applied with a pattern.
Used in the manufacture of decorative grilles for radiators and more exotic materials. For example, bamboo and rattan. Such products are more demanding on interiors and are rare.
There are also combination grids. Most often there is a wooden frame, on which some kind of decorative mesh is stretched. Bamboo and rattan braids are most often attached to such a frame. On the wooden frame usually mounted and panels of MDF and HDF.
Types and forms
In addition to different materials, grilles for heating radiators are different designs. All this together creates a huge number of options.
These are only the main types of screens and gratings that cover radiators. Fantasy is limitless, there are very interesting models, but they are most often made by craftsmen with their own hands.
Homemade screen - an original idea
Often an important role in choosing a screen for a radiator is played by price. The range of prices in this segment is more than significant - from 230 rubles for a metal hinged screen, up to 8,000 rubles for a glass one. Some prices are shown in the table.
| Grid material for heating radiator | Type of grille on a heating radiator | Dimensions (height*width*depth) | Price | Color |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27cm*29cm*15cm | 230 rub | White | ||
| Sheet metal, 0.7-0.8 mm thick | 44cm*39cm*15cm | 250 rub | White | |
| Sheet metal, 0.7-0.8 mm thick | Hinged screen on a cast-iron battery | 61cm*49cm*15cm | 280 rub | White |
| Sheet metal, 0.7-0.8 mm thick | Hinged screen for steel radiator | 53cm*49cm*10cm | 350 rub | Beige |
| MDF | Facade (flat screen) | from 1500 rub | 7 shades of lamination | |
| MDF | box | from 2300 rub | 7 shades of lamination | |
| Glass | Screen | from 8000 rub | matte, no pattern | |
| Powder coated metal | Hinged with one sidewall | 60cm*40cm*15cm | 1790 rub | colors on request |
| Powder coated metal | Hinged with one sidewall | 70cm*60cm*15cm | 2050 rub | colors on request |
| Powder coated metal | Hinged with two walls | 60cm*40cm*15cm | 2340 rub | colors on request |
| Powder coated metal | Hinged with two walls | 70cm*60cm*15cm | 2600 rub | colors on request |
| natural wood | Attached | from 6200 rub |
Mounting features
Grilles on heating radiators should be mounted so that you can easily and quickly get access to heating appliances and pipes. Periodically, at least twice a year, the elements of the heating system must be cleaned of dirt and dust, so access is necessary. In addition, emergencies occur from time to time. In this case, it is required fast reaction and there is no time to unscrew the fasteners. Therefore, try to come up with a mounting system that allows you to remove the screen with one movement.
Attached and mounted
The easiest way is with hinged or attached screens. They are removed/retracted in seconds. But flat, covering radiators in niches and box screens that are attached to the wall are the most problematic. But even here everything is solved simply. You can fix the box to the wall using two strips: one on the box, the second on the wall. The whole secret is that the slats have a beveled upper edge (see the figure). The one that is nailed to the wall has a slope to the wall, which on the box has a bevel towards the lattice. When the box is put into place, something like a lock is obtained.
Another option is to fix metal plates on one of the strips, and magnets on the other. Or attach not a wooden plank to the wall, but metal corner, For example.
In the case of flat screens, the solution may be the same - metal plates and magnets. Another option is hook and loop. It is simply implemented, but not very convenient to use: until you get into the loops, you have to suffer. There is still difficult to install, but convenient way: make screen by type .
You can take the guides that are sold for furniture doors, install them, insert the screens into the corresponding grooves. If you do not plan to actively use the niche near the battery, you can not install roller mechanisms, but it will be difficult to move it away. By the way, this method can also be applied to the lattice-box. Then it can be nailed to the wall “tightly”, and the front wall can be made movable.
Interesting design options for battery screens: photo ideas
In addition to the technical side of the issue, the aesthetic is no less important. There are options for grilles and screens that are more of a design element than a technical detail. Some of them are in the photo.
Make a backlight - an original idea
Repeat the pattern on the wallpaper - a stylish solution
These protective structures are effective both at home and in the office! So, what benefits does their use give to buyers?
✔ Choose models that are optimal in all respects
Ready-made screens are presented in the website catalog. Why waste time on custom-made production if the desired model is already on our website? The number of sections varies from 1 to 7, and the size range is extremely wide, which allows you to buy a screen exactly for your radiator.
We produce structures from metal, HDF or MDF. Which option to choose, if each of them has its own characteristics - depends on your preferences.
- Metal screens for batteries last longer, look modern, do not dry out, are not subject to deformation, have a high heat dissipation and are inexpensive.
- Models made of HDF or MDF, in turn, are comparable to natural wood, they look "rich" and elegant.
✔ Emphasize the thoughtfulness of the interior
All products are coated with high-quality heat-resistant paint and have a wide palette of colors according to the RAL catalog. A variety of design ideas allows you to choose what will harmoniously fit into the environment. So, metal models in the popular beige or white color will create a feeling of cleanliness, emphasizing the chosen style of the room.
Perforated or art design screens will instantly transform even very old batteries by completely covering them. You just have to save on the use of expensive accessories and the replacement of the radiators themselves.
✔ Optimize your family budget
Have you made repairs, but the screen does not fit the updated environment at all? It's time to buy a new model: changing designs at will allows their affordable cost.
Why are our prices so low?
- We ourselves produce battery screens, which have been developing since 1995.
- We do not have extra charges that competitors have during transportation and wholesale and retail activities.
We offer you to save money by purchasing models with a guarantee of high quality.
✔ Make your life more comfortable
Does cleaning your radiator cause you to panic? The screen will be an excellent protection against the accumulation of dust, and their shape will make it easy to cope with wet cleaning. decorative grille not only stands guard over order, but also serves the safety of children: mobile kids will not hit and will not be able to get burned from the battery if it is securely hidden.
More about product benefits own production, you will learn about our prices and delivery conditions from the managers of the company. Happy shopping and always good weather at home!
Installing screens on cast iron batteries
First of all, it is necessary to measure the battery along the entire length or each section (from nut to nut), also measure the height and depth of the radiator. The screen sections are assembled together with fixing screws (Article: 015108 or Article: 015109) through the holes. The side ends are closed with panels, but for this it is necessary to choose a screen in width one section larger.
The design itself, depending on the radiator model, is either attached to the wall using brackets (Article: 015110) or hung directly on the battery itself.
Installation takes place quite quickly, since no additional work is required. The main thing is to choose the right screen that best suits your interior.
Installation of screens on steel batteries (accordion)
Installing these screens is easy. It is necessary to measure the length, height and depth of the radiator and thus select right size screen: When measuring the distance from the beginning to the end of the radiator plates, respectively, only the plates will be closed by the screen, and if from the beginning of the plates to the end of the pipe, then the entire battery and its side part will be closed. You can choose a screen by height: by measuring the height of the plates (i.e. from the bottom to the top), then only the plates will close, and if you measure the distance from the bottom of the plates to the end of the fastener, then the radiator and fasteners will close with this screen.
The screen sections are assembled together with fixing screws (Article: 015108 or Article: 015109) through the holes. The side ends are also covered with panels.
The structure itself (depending on the model of the screen and the radiator) is either attached to the wall using brackets (Article: 015110), as well as using plastic clamps (Article: 015107) of the screen to the radiator case or hung directly on the battery itself.
