A cast iron radiator is more than just a source of warmth — it’s a design element that can transform a room. Once you've selected the size and style, the next big choice is the finish. This is where the radiator becomes a true reflection of your interior vision.
At Cast Iron Radiators Ltd, we offer a wide range of painted, polished, and metallic finishes, each carefully crafted in our North Yorkshire factory. Whether you’re designing a refined period home, a modern classic interior, or a boutique commercial space, the right finish elevates your radiator from functional to fabulous.
Here’s how to choose the perfect one for your next project:
1. Painted Finishes: Timeless, Versatile, and Completely Customisable
Painted radiators are ideal for design flexibility. They can blend into a room for subtle sophistication or stand out as a bold colour statement. We offer a beautifully curated range of colours, handpicked with interior designers to suit both heritage and contemporary schemes.
🎨 Why choose painted?
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Available in our signature stock colours
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Can be colour-matched to any paint brand (Farrow & Ball, Little Greene, Dulux, etc.)
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Finished in our own paint facilities for exceptional quality and durability
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Works across all interior styles — minimalist, period, rustic, and industrial
🖌 Style tip: Use tonal layering with soft neutrals like French Grey or Architectural White, or make a statement with Olive Green, Steel Blue, or a custom-matched colour from your palette.
2. Polished Finishes: Dramatic, Reflective, and Full of Detail
Our hand-polished finishes bring out the raw beauty and texture of cast iron. Each section is individually polished to create a striking, mirror-like surface that highlights every curve and ridge of your chosen radiator style.
✨ Why choose polished?
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Unique, high-gloss finish with dramatic visual impact
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Available as full polish or highlight polish (only the raised detailing is polished)
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Perfect for luxury interiors, hallway features, or industrial-modern schemes
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No two polished radiators are ever exactly alike
💡 Style tip: A polished radiator looks stunning in contrast with matte walls or textured plaster. Combine with chrome or black nickel valves for a contemporary edge, or go vintage with aged brass.
3. Metallic Finishes: Rich, Textured, and Full of Character
Our metallic finishes are designed to add depth, warmth, and a touch of heritage styling. These finishes are created using specialist layering and hand-finishing techniques to replicate the subtle shimmer and aged character found in traditional metalwork — but with a more refined, designer-led aesthetic.
🌟 Why choose metallic?
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Offers a luxurious, subtly reflective surface
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Available in a range of premium tones: Old Penny, Aged Bronze, Pewter, Antique Copper, and more
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Ideal for blending with metallic hardware, heritage fittings, and statement lighting
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Adds a sense of texture and dimension to your scheme
🏡 Style tip: Metallic finishes pair beautifully with wood floors, natural textiles, and heritage-style accessories. They work especially well in period properties, modern rustic homes, or anywhere you want understated glamour.
Which Finish is Right for Your Design Vision?
| Finish Type | Ideal For | Key Qualities |
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| Painted | Any style of home | Wide colour range, custom-matched shades |
| Polished | Statement interiors | Reflective, detailed, striking |
| Metallic | Textural, warm environments | Rich tones, subtle shimmer, heritage feel |
Complete the Look: Accessories that Match Your Finish
To ensure a seamless look, we offer a wide selection of accessories that can be matched to your chosen radiator finish:
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Valves in metallic tones (chrome, brass, antique copper, nickel, black nickel, and more)
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Pipe shrouds to cover exposed pipework
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Wall stays for safety and style, available in matching finishes
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Touch-up paint included with all painted radiator orders
Crafted in Yorkshire, Designed by You
Every radiator we build is hand-assembled, tested, and finished at our North Yorkshire factory. Our expert team works closely with interior designers, homeowners, and property professionals to deliver beautifully finished radiators tailored to your exact requirements.
Need help deciding? Call us on 01723 321 000 or email info@castironradiators.ltd.uk — we’re always happy to guide you through the creative process.
