After having a new oil-fired hot water boiler installed, I’m
considering the value in replacing some of my convector radiators with
cast-iron. But, not sure if it's worth the hassle. Which would feel
more comfortable and/or be cheaper to run in the long run? For
example, convectors require shorter more frequent boiler firings to
keep the temp steady in the house. And although cast-iron radiators
require longer boiler firing time to heat up, they stay hot longer.
Sounds like it’s an even wash either way, but your comments are
appreciated.

-Theodore.

wrote in message
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After having a new oil-fired hot water boiler installed, I’m
considering the value in replacing some of my convector radiators with
cast-iron. But, not sure if it's worth the hassle. Which would feel
more comfortable and/or be cheaper to run in the long run? For
example, convectors require shorter more frequent boiler firings to
keep the temp steady in the house. And although cast-iron radiators
require longer boiler firing time to heat up, they stay hot longer.
Sounds like it’s an even wash either way, but your comments are
appreciated.

-Theodore.

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Only some? If they are on the same zone you can wind up with uneven heat.
While I personally like cast iron radiators for the heat retention, I'd not
bother with the change. I don't see any energy savings as a Btu is a
Btu,but there may be a little comfort difference in some places if you have
any drafts.

"Edwin Pawlowski" wrote in message
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wrote in message
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After having a new oil-fired hot water boiler installed, I’m
considering the value in replacing some of my convector radiators with
cast-iron. But, not sure if it's worth the hassle. Which would feel
more comfortable and/or be cheaper to run in the long run? For
example, convectors require shorter more frequent boiler firings to
keep the temp steady in the house. And although cast-iron radiators
require longer boiler firing time to heat up, they stay hot longer.
Sounds like it’s an even wash either way, but your comments are
appreciated.

-Theodore.

************************************************** ************************

Only some? If they are on the same zone you can wind up with uneven heat.
While I personally like cast iron radiators for the heat retention, I'd
not bother with the change. I don't see any energy savings as a Btu is
a Btu,but there may be a little comfort difference in some places if you
have any drafts.


Cast iron radiators take up a lot more space than convectors (especiall
fllorboard convectors). You'll miss that space if you convert.
--
Peace,
BobJ

"Marilyn & Bob" wrote in message
Cast iron radiators take up a lot more space than convectors (especiall
fllorboard convectors). You'll miss that space if you convert.
--
Peace,
BobJ


No, they don't. Take the same space
http://www.slantfin.com/product-rhino-cast.html
http://www.usboilerco.com/radiator/58100.cfm
http://www.runtalnorthamerica.com/re...ors/index.html

No, they don't. *Take the same spacehttp://www.slantfin.com/product-rhino-cast.htmlhttp://www.usboilerco.com/radiator/58100.cfmhttp://www.runtalnorthamerica.com/residential_radiators/index.html


I'm not so concerned with the space they'll take up. More concerned
about if they'll make it *feel* warmer, and at what cost. I'm also
wary of the uneven effect it may cause.

For example, this webpage talks about "radiant temperature," as
comfort level.

http://www.taunton.com/finehomebuild....aspx?nterms=6
5792,62152

On Oct 5, 7:40*pm, wrote:
No, they don't. *Take the same spacehttp://www.slantfin.com/product-rhino-cast.htmlhttp://www.usboilerco....

I'm not so concerned with the space they'll take up. *More concerned
about if they'll make it *feel* warmer, and at what cost. *I'm also
wary of the uneven effect it may cause.

To "feel" warmer raise the temp, if that all you want radiators will
be a waste. Baseboards depending on type run at higher boiler temps,
mixing the two is for a pro to run numbers, a pro that has done it
with happy customers.

On Oct 4, 11:45*pm, wrote:
After having a new oil-fired hot water boiler installed, I’m
considering the value in replacing some of my convector radiators with
cast-iron. *But, not sure if it's worth the hassle. *Which would feel
more comfortable and/or be cheaper to run in the long run? *For
example, convectors require shorter more frequent boiler firings to
keep the temp steady in the house. *And although cast-iron radiators
require longer boiler firing time to heat up, they stay hot longer.
Sounds like it’s an even wash either way, but your comments are
appreciated.

-Theodore.

On Oct 4, 10:45*pm, wrote:
After having a new oil-fired hot water boiler installed, I’m
considering the value in replacing some of my convector radiators with
cast-iron. *But, not sure if it's worth the hassle. *Which would feel
more comfortable and/or be cheaper to run in the long run? *For
example, convectors require shorter more frequent boiler firings to
keep the temp steady in the house. *And although cast-iron radiators
require longer boiler firing time to heat up, they stay hot longer.
Sounds like it’s an even wash either way, but your comments are
appreciated.

-Theodore.

It's mostly a quality of life / preference issue. I have lived with
the cast iron radiators for the last 12 years and like them a lot.
The heat is indeed even, and you can put things on them to warm up -
e.g., put your cold wet gloves and boots on it when you come in, or
put your slippers on it so they'll be toasty when you get up in the
morning, etc. They do take up space, complicate arranging furniture
and are kinda hard to clean. Mine also clank a bit. A couple of HVAC
people have told me they are the best but people don't install them
now in new construction due to the upfront cost. --H