How close can something be to a radiator?

You should attempt to leave around 6 to 12 inches (15-30cm) between any furniture and your heating appliance to ensure free movement of air and better distribution of heat.

How much clearance do you need around a radiator?

For maximum convective efficiency, there should be about 2 1/2-inches of clearance between the unit and the wall. Even with proper air circulation, some of the heat dispersed from the radiator will be wasted on the back wall.
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Can a radiator be too close to a wall?

A radiator should be positioned 2cm or more away from a wall.

How close can electronics be to a radiator?

What Should Be The Distance Between Your TV And Radiator? The distance between your TV depends on the type of radiator and TV you have. Generally speaking, a good distance of six inches or above is advised to protect your TV from overheating.

Can you put things near radiators?

If you’ve got limited space, it can be tempting to place furniture, bookcases and other large pieces up against the radiator, but it’s important to leave a space of at least three feet between the radiator and furniture to prevent injuries and potential fires.
 

What should you not put near a radiator?

What you should never put near a radiator

1. Curtains. Curtains should be long enough to cover your window, but not long enough that they hang over your radiators.
2. Lamps. It’s best to keep lamps at a distance from radiators to avoid them from getting too hot.
3. Sofas.
4. Bookshelves.
5. Beds.

 

Does there need to be a gap between radiator and the cover?

It’s a good idea to have enough space between your radiator and your cover so the heat can be distributed more evenly. The gap between the radiator and the cover should be at least 5cm in width, 3cm in height and 3cm in depth to ensure it won’t affect the BTU output.

Can you put a fridge next to a radiator?

Don’t place a fridge freezer near cookers, radiators, or in direct sunlight, as this will result in it having to work harder to maintain the required internal temperature. Don’t allow children to play with, near, or inside a fridge freezer.
 

Is it OK to hang curtains over a radiator?

Choosing to hang your curtains above a radiator is perfectly fine. However it’s best if your curtains sit a maximum of 2-4 centimetres above a radiator to prevent the curtains from blocking any wanted heat.
 

Does there need to be a gap between radiator and the cover?

It’s a good idea to have enough space between your radiator and your cover so the heat can be distributed more evenly. The gap between the radiator and the cover should be at least 5cm in width, 3cm in height and 3cm in depth to ensure it won’t affect the BTU output.

How close to a radiator can you put a piano?

A couple of feet is as close as you want to be. It depends also on how hot that rad gets, and how long it’s on for daily. One of mine is about 3 feet away, but because it has an iron frame, it’s not been a problem. Wooden framed pianos can get dehydrated causing all sorts of nasties.

How close to a radiator can you put a sofa?

You can put a sofa in front of a radiator, but you must make sure it is at least one foot away. Keeping this distance is important, as it allows heat to circulate through the room properly and protects your furniture from any damage from the heat of the radiator.