Radiator cover installation bespoke in Tiverton

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For period properties, bespoke radiator covers can be designed to match existing features - matching skirting profiles, architrave details, or furniture style. This is particularly effective in Georgian or Victorian properties where modern flat-pack covers look out of place. Cast-iron radiators in period properties are often deeper than modern radiators. Standard covers are too shallow. Bespoke covers can accommodate the extra depth while maintaining proportions that suit the room. In alcoves, radiator covers can be integrated with shelving or cupboards above to create fitted furniture. This maximizes space usage but requires more advanced carpentry than simple covers. Solid wood covers are beautiful but expensive and heavy. They also expand and contract slightly with temperature and humidity changes. Joinery needs to account for this movement or joints can crack. For matching existing furniture, take a sample or photo to show us. Wood species, finish type, and any distinctive details help us match or recommend appropriate materials. Custom covers for bay windows need careful design. The cover might wrap around the window bay or integrate with window seats. These are complex installations requiring precise measuring and construction. Paint finish matters for MDF covers. A professional spray finish looks better than brush painting but requires spray equipment and space. We can brush paint simple covers, but for high-end finishes you might want a specialist sprayer. Grille patterns for ventilation can be customized - traditional patterns, modern geometric designs, or simple rectangular slots. Fancier patterns require more cutting time and skill but can look stunning. Building bespoke covers from scratch is sometimes cheaper than you'd expect compared to specialist furniture makers, but don't expect miracles. Good materials cost money, and custom work takes time. Budget accordingly. If you need multiple radiator covers for several rooms and want them matching, having the first one made properly then using it as a template for others reduces costs compared to treating each as a one-off bespoke project.