Screens for heating batteries: photo, mounting features

Screens for heating batteries are an indispensable element of the interior, without which it is impossible to give the room a complete look. Without the use of such lattices, the room will look unattractive, which means that it becomes necessary to purchase and install this decorative element.

Decorative screens for heating batteries are presented in the construction market in a wide range. Popular protective devices are made of inexpensive materials. For example, screens from MDF are ideally suited to the interior of any room. But this does not stop your choice, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with the models, the design of screens designed not only to protect the heating batteries in the rooms. You can also choose the right option for cafes, restaurants, hotels, etc.

What are screens for?

To pay a tribute to fashion or understand the significance of this little detail of the interior? Everyone must decide for himself, we will consider several options that will help us choose the right screen for heating batteries.

Purpose of gratings:

1. Improve the aesthetics of the room. Put accents and hide unpresentable batteries, located in a conspicuous place.
2. Protect people from burns. This is especially true in children's institutions, cafes, restaurants, for families with young children.
3. The installation of the screen will make it easier to care, especially if there are old radiators installed in the room. They are very difficult to wash, as dust is hammered into narrow gratings.

Protective screens for batteries. Types

For radiators of heating "Soviet" model or new models it is necessary to choose a protective screen. He will hide the boring monotonous aluminum radiators of white color, and also successfully fit into any interior of the room.

When we make repairs in the room, we try to think it through to the smallest detail. We select the material for the covering of walls, ceilings and floors in one color scheme. After the repair is completed, it is also necessary to solve a difficult problem, because you must choose furniture, curtains, lighting. In the interior everything should be in harmony. As it is necessary to regret, when radiators of heating, even modern, are evident. If you immediately think about this moment while repairing, you can order an exclusive product that will fit the design of the room. But, this can be stopped, because not everyone can afford to pay expensive exclusive heating radiators. There is a way out - you can buy special protective devices for heating batteries, which will be in harmony with the interior of the room.

So, we came to the understanding that protective devices for heating radiators should be beautiful. But this is not enough. The heating season in Russia lasts at least 6 months, or even more. It is clear that all this time the screen will be in close contact with the flow of air. So, it must have protective properties.

Screens can be made of such materials:

• plastic;
• stainless steel;
• wood;
• glass;
• MDF.

Plastic screen

Plastic screens for the battery have a low price and low weight. This concludes the positive properties of the device. By purchasing such a screen, it is possible to buy a protective device made of poor-quality materials. When heated, plastic can emit harmful fumes, and if the radiators are too hot, then even melt. Advantages of plastic panels:

• lightness;
• low cost;
• is suitable for residential premises, hospitals, offices.

Disadvantages:

• releases toxins when heated;
• wears out quickly;
• looks cheap;
• because of the allocation of toxins in the room should be constantly ventilated.

Metal for screen

Metal screens for batteries were invented in the 19th century. The first models were made of thin sheet steel. The main advantage of such overlays is inexpensive cost. Among the minuses is worth noting the primitivity.

An interesting option that looks good and harmonizes with the interior of the room - a stainless steel grill with holes.

Among the advantages of metal protective grilles, it is possible to single out: a good heat transfer from the

• ;
• ease of care;
• improves air circulation and the room heats up quickly and evenly;
• reliably protected from contamination;
• just take off;
• is easy to clean;
• does not change the color and shape.

One disadvantage - they are suitable only for the design of the room, made in the style of "Techno" or "High Tech".

Wood for the screen

Wooden screens for batteries - a classic version of the protection of heating radiators. They have good heat transfer. When making lattices from wood, different types of wood can be used, and the ability to cover the product with the right shade of varnish or paint will make an individual screen. The main advantage of such grids is that they will fit any style of interior.

Popular in this year grilles for heating radiators - from rattan wood. It is a dried stalk of a tropical vine, steamed. As a result of processing, the stems are dried and subsequently not subjected to deformation. The material consists of several layers, elastic, so can take any shape. The main advantage of this material is lightness and safety for a person. Advantages of wooden grilles for radiators:

• aesthetics;
• environmentally friendly material;
• high heat dissipation;
• is in harmony with the interior and furniture made of wood.

Of the shortcomings worth noting the high cost of products. It is necessary to carefully look after wooden gratings and take into account that the tree is a soft material, therefore it can deform with time.

Glass for screen

Glass screens for batteries are made of tempered or stained glass. The thickness is within 8 mm. Such screens are used to design exquisite interiors. The glass is not subjected to mechanical action, that is, it can not be damaged, since it is placed in a protective film. It also protects glass structures from cracks and bumps. The corners have a rounded shape, which allows you to install screens even in the children's room.

Clean the glass screens for heating radiators with liquid detergents. If you want to purchase protection for batteries from glass, but can not afford it because of the high cost, pay attention to budget models made of acrylic glass. Such screens will be slightly thicker. You can choose a matte or translucent surface. Acrylic glass is presented in a wide color range, which allows you to choose a shade suitable for the interior of the room.

Another type of glass screens for radiators is the triplex system. These are multilayer screens made of several layers of thin glass, fastened together by polymeric materials. The common name is the stained glass panel.

There are such types of glass stained glass screens:

1. With photo printing - the main advantage of glass screens. Thanks to this possibility, a beautiful pattern, a landscape, a panorama of the city or an image of animals and even close people appears on the place of an unattractive radiator. It all depends on your imagination.

1. Pattern with silicate paints - the artist applies the chosen pattern, which is then fired in the oven at high temperature. As a result, the resistance of the coating will be very high.

1. Treatment of the glass surface with a jet of sand with air, plus the addition of paints. Get an exclusive design, called "sandblast".

1. Fusing, when dozens of small glass fragments are laid out on a glass surface, forming a certain pattern. They are then baked in an oven at high temperature. As a result, interesting patterns are obtained.

1. Tiffany is a method that has won the hearts of many art lovers. The glass surface is treated with a glass cutter, then a copper film is laid out along the drawing. Elements are collected by solder( copper with tin).The result is a chic design. The cost of such a glass screen is very high.

1. Bending technology is the formation of glass in a hot state. Using this technique, you can achieve any form.

1. Matting or etching of a glass surface - a pattern or pattern is applied to the surface and scratched by a special sharp tool.

1. Facet method - the cut glass fragments are impregnated with glue and are glued in a metal frame. For decoration, rhinestones, and artificial stone are used. As a result of painstaking work, glass screens for batteries will be very strong, they are not afraid of temperature fluctuations.

1. Film stained glass. In the manufacturing process, lead film is used. Such a glass surface looks very nice, but has a high cost.

Pros of glass gratings:

• lightness;
• great choice;
• exclusivity.

Out of lacks allocate high cost of the product, the need for careful care. In addition, glass screens prevent the normal circulation of air between the heating battery and the window, resulting in condensation.

Screen from MDF

Boxes from MDF( pressed sawdust).Do not deform under the influence of hot air and high humidity. A MDF sheet is constructed and the front part is made of wood or plastic. If the MDF lattice is solid, normal heat transfer will be disturbed. It is better to choose a design with holes.

What are the advantages of MDF gratings:

• is not deformed;The
• insert can be replaced with another one;
• the low price;
• easy installation;
• simplicity of maintenance.

Cons:

• if the insert does not meet the above requirements, the heat will remain inside;
• after installing the MDF box radiator can not be washed.

Battery hinged screens for

When choosing a screen for a cast-iron battery, you need to pay attention to the design.

Types of gratings:

• are flat, for radiators located in a niche;
• box when you need to hide the battery along with the communications in the box;
• hinged screens without cover for heating devices under the sill, for protruding radiators - hinged structures with lid.

Hinged grilles are very popular among owners of country houses and apartments. The battery grilles reduce the harmful effects of infrared radiation and also do not interfere with the normal circulation of airflow.

It turns out that the screen for heating radiators is a kind of boundary that divides 2 air flows( cold and hot) and improves circulation. In addition, the hinged grille protects against burns, abrasions and strokes, especially if small children grow up in the family. They prevent the accumulation of dust in those places of the radiator, which are difficult to reach in order to clean the battery. To clean the screen itself from dust and dirt, it is necessary to unscrew it and rinse it under a stream of warm water. You can use liquid detergents. Painting screens for heating batteries is not necessary, because they are covered with special heat-resistant paint.

How to install the

screen

Everyone can handle the installation of the protective sheet. You need to carefully read the instructions and deal with the fastener. Some models of screens simply hang on screws, as a mirror, and some "put on" special clamps. In any case, it is necessary to make the markings on the wall under the fasteners in advance. There are also such models that do not need special fixing. They sit on the heatsink itself, thanks to its curved shape.

Convenient and practical grilles - hinged. To perform the installation, it takes only a few seconds. This makes it easier to care, because at any time you can remove the protection to wash it.

Curtain screens are durable and aesthetic and, probably, that's why they are always in demand.

As we know, the grid performs 2 functions: protective and aesthetic. Speech about the fact that the screens contribute to efficient heat exchange and improve the heating of the room can not be. But we can independently influence this process and improve the heat exchange by installing a reflecting element in the gap between the radiator and the wall. If you have enough space, you can attach the foil to the foam or glue it to the glue. Then we can talk about improving heat exchange, not only in living quarters.