Vertical radiators are a fantastic choice for those who are looking for a great performing heat source that adds to their overall aesthetic.
The tall and slimline profile of a vertical radiator make them ideal for areas of the home where space is limited or where style is crucial. Areas such as the kitchen, home office, hallway and landing in particular are good spots to add a vertical radiator for extra warmth with a designer edge.
In this article, we’ve handpicked 10 of the best vertical radiators based on overall functionality, customer ratings and heat output.
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1. Brenton Oval Double Panel Vertical Radiator - 1800 x 360mm
First up, we have our top rated vertical radiator from Brenton which has a very healthy score of 4.78/5 from customers. This double panel, mild steel vertical radiator is thin and tall and available in either a traditional white or trendy anthracite finish. It also runs off central heating so will need to be plumbed in.
It’s packed with modern functionality and complies to EN442 Quality Standards, along with a 10 year manufacturer’s guarantee. While it offers a mid-level of heat output (BTU∆t 50ºC) of around 4800, you can also expect excellent energy efficiency from this radiator. The curved look to the individual panels adds a trendy edge and the wall mounted design is great for saving space.
The size of this radiator makes it a great choice for one of the smaller rooms in your home like a home office to add a splash of style.
2. Brenton Flat Double Panel Vertical Radiator - 1800 x 480mm
Another customer favourite is this Brenton flat, double panel radiator with an enviable high score of 4.75/5. This model has similar benefits to the first radiator but the design has a wider, flatter profile so is much more generous on the wall. You can expect a modern and durable vertical radiator constructed from mild steel and again with the white or anthracite finish options.
This radiator runs off central heating with the highly heat conductive steel and double panel design helping to maximise efficiency. The rectangular panel shape adds a traditional edge to an otherwise very modern looking radiator. Both of these Brenton radiators are extremely well priced with the additional size of this particular model adding the extra pounds. But that also means a higher heat output than its curved colleague.
We love this radiator sitting pretty in an open plan style kitchen-diner for maximum impact, but it would suit any spare wall in your home!
3. Hudson Reed Revive Compact Vertical Designer Radiator - 1800 x 236mm
Compact, streamlined and minimalist, this slimline Hudson Reed radiator fits those awkward spaces yet still gives off a great amount of warmth. Customers rate it 5/5 saying it’s the “perfect solution”, a “great buy” and a “great radiator for small spaces”.
Available in a traditional white or trendy anthracite finish, this stylish vertical design adds an exciting touch to your interior while offering all important warmth in the winter months. The Revive Compact model is fuelled by your Central Heating system, made from top quality mild steel and tested to the EN442 harmonised European standard. Plus, it comes with a 20 year guarantee.
Customers are particularly loving this radiator as a great way to dress up the walls in the kitchen thanks to its narrow profile fitting perfectly into empty spaces.
4. Crosswater Limit Towel Radiator - 1200 x 395mm Matt Black
Next we wanted to share this beautiful new addition to Only Radiators from the luxury designers, Crosswater. True to Crosswater style, this stunning looking vertical model has a 6-flat panel design available in three finishes, including the Matt Black pictured, as well as a Metallic Black and white.
We love the powder coated finish which gives it that super quality feel while the steel construction helps to provide a good level of heat output. This model operates off dual fuel systems so that means it can be used with your central heating but also compatible with an optional summer element for hot weather use. It complies with BS EN442 standards and has a 15 year manufacturer guarantee.
The shorter height on this model makes it a lovely wall mounted addition to a bathroom or ensuite space.
5. Butler & Rose Designer 2 Column Vertical Radiator - Gloss White - 1500mm Tall
Make room for this statuesque, proud radiator available in a stunning gloss white guaranteed to make your wall pop and toes extra toasty. This is our first vertical radiator to make the list from the very lovely Butler & Rose. A perfect nod to the brand’s traditional design with a wide, column profile that adds style to your room.
There are three size options to choose from each featuring a double column vertical design producing a medium to high heat output. This radiator runs only on central heating so will need plumbing in.
We love this prominent looking radiator for a larger hallway or living room to provide a real statement look to your space.
6. Terma Rolo Room Electric Vertical Radiator with Heating Element
Things are hotting up now (pardon the pun!) in the style stakes with this Terma Rolo vertical radiator that is available in four beautiful and unusual finishes. Choose from Traffic White, a muted Quartz Mocha, smoky Modern Grey or go for the speckled effect of Salt and Pepper. It’s no surprise that this is one of our best selling on the site.
Add to that the ability to control via Bluetooth on your smartphone with the Terma MOA Blue heating element included, which includes five temperature settings and a 7-day timer function.
Being an electric radiator, you can control and heat your room without having to turn your heating on. Plus, the bigger 40mm diameter cylindrical bars are made from low carbon mild steel to provide a higher heat output than a smaller radiator.
7. The Tap Factory Vibrance Single Panel Vertical Radiator 1800 x 236mm
Fancy a pop of colour in your space? Choose your favourite hue and enjoy a brighter room day after day with the Tap Factory Vibrance vertical radiator. There’s 15 colours to choose from, including: brushed brass, post box red, candy pink and racing green.
It has a wonderfully modern feel and fits neatly on the wall with the vibrant colour finish adding an interesting element to your room’s design. This radiator is compatible with dual fuel so you can use it with your heating system and via electric also, making it versatile for those summer and winter months.
We love the four column design making it sleek and space-saving and looking particularly great in the kitchen or bedroom to spice things up!
8. EliteHeat Vertical Designer 3 Column White Radiator - 1800mm Tall
For those older properties that boast higher ceilings, this one's for you. Exquisitely made by experts, Elite Heat, it’s a stylish, tall radiator that helps to maximise available wall space.
Plenty of warmth comes from the three column design and a traditional white finish makes it match to most interiors and keeps that authentic traditional look and feel strong. Constructed from mild steel and with a 10 year manufacturer guarantee, you’ll have peace of mind this one will last the test of time.
A great range of prices offered across the four sizes too, with the smallest size coming in at under £200 and offering a really compact and versatile shape for those awkward spaces. The largest of the sizes adds some real prominence to a larger period styled room, with a relatively high heat output of between 5000 and 7000.
This model is compliant with the EN442 European quality standards with all the latest efficiency technologies to keep you lovely and warm and your purse strings tight!
9. Terma Hex Steel Designer Vertical Radiator
If you’re on the lookout for a modern designer-looking radiator that ticks more boxes than just providing warmth, this stunning piece from Terma is a great choice.
With its arty structure, this radiator adds a real statement on your wall creating a wow factor focal piece that would suit any space from the kitchen and dining room to the living room or kitchen.
Choose from a range of eight different finishes and three sizes to suit your home’s aesthetic from Matt Green to Mustard, as well as more traditional finishes such as Matt White, Matt Black and Bright Copper.
We think this radiator will look perfect against the backdrop of an exposed brick wall. Use this one with your central heating only.
10. Brenton Onda Anthracite Wave Radiator - 1785 x 413mm
The final radiator to make our top 10 list is this beautifully curved Brenton model in a stylish anthracite finish, Perfectly marrying modern design concepts with traditional functionality, this radiator looks effortlessly chic on your living room wall.
Constructed from mild steel, this radiator connects to your central heating to provide warmth through those winter months, while the smooth, curve design keeps it interesting all year round!
We love this radiator for your living room, but it has endless appeal and could work in any room in the home!
Hopefully one of these vertical radiators has sparked some interest. However, you can always look at the full range of vertical radiators we have available. We also have a great range of horizontal radiators and designer radiators to choose from.
