What do the numbers on a TRV mean?
The numbers on a thermostatic radiator valve refer to the temperature in the room, not the radiator. If the room is cold, the the TRV will allow more hot water into the room to heat it up. As the room gets warmer, the TRV will restrict the amount of hot water coming into the radiator to maintain the temperature.
What is a Drayton TRV?
A Drayton TRV is designed to offer maximum energy efficiency in homes and commercial buildings. As the room heats up, the valve closes to reduce the flow of hot water. As the room cools, the Drayton thermostatic radiator valves open to allow more hot water through and maintain a constant temperature.
What is a TRV 4?
The TRV4 Classic is Class 1 rated for efficiency by the European valve manufacturers association making it one of the most energy efficient TRVs available. Available since 1993 and still Britain’s best selling range of Thermostatic Radiator Valves Drayton’s TRVs set the standards for design, performance and quality.
What should TRV be set at?
The numbers or scales on your thermostatic radiator valves do not correspond to a precise temperature but rather to a level of comfort….Approximate conversion into degrees Celsius.
| Valve position | Reference temperature | Recommended setting for |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 17°C | Entrance hall, corridor |
| 2-3 | 18°C | Bedroom |
| 3 | 19-20°C | Kitchen |
What is the best setting for radiators?
As a rule of thumb most guidelines recommend heating your home to 70F (21C) and bedroom temperatures should be kept a little cooler to around 64F (18C). For most people this temperature will be comfortable, but if it feels a little hot (or alternatively cold) then the temperature can be adjusted from this baseline.
Are Drayton TRVs any good?
These are great TRVs and do an excellent job of accurately maintaining room temperature, we have them fitted all round the house with new rads. Shop around though as they are expensive and sometimes there are deals to be had.
Do I need a thermostat if I have TRV?
Absolutely agree. If you can control each room individually with trv’s why would you need such a blunt instrumwnt as a room thermostat, which will switch off the heat in every room based on the temperature of just one of them.
Which is best Drayton TRV or trv4 classic?
The TRV4 Classic is Class 1 rated for efficiency by the European valve manufacturers association making it one of the most energy efficient TRVs available. Available since 1993 and still Britain’s best selling range of Thermostatic Radiator Valves Drayton’s TRVs set the standards for design, performance and quality.
Which is the best Drayton thermostatic radiator valve?
Available since 1993 and still Britain’s best selling range of Thermostatic Radiator Valves Drayton’s TRVs set the standards for design, performance and quality. The range includes Lockshield and Pushfit packs to suit most domestic and commercial heating systems. Information for Householders: What is a Thermostatic Radiator Valve (TRV)?
How are the different types of TRVs grouped?
We have grouped TRVs together based on price as follows: Standard TRVs, Premium TRVs, Chrome TRVs and Designer TRVs. Prices shown are based on angled TRVs (prices are given as a guide and may vary according to supplier).
How many TRVs are there in the UK?
We compare 32 TRVs of all styles. We have researched 32 good quality TRV’s available to buy in the UK and presented them here in product groups according to budget and style as follows: Standard TRVs, Premium TRVs, Chrome TRVs and Designer TRVs. Angled, Straight and Corner.