FYI, There’s a Canadian company called Ecorad that converts antique steam and water radiators into modern electric systems. Imagine not having to look at those Home Depot baseboards! And it’s green because they’re recycling the radiators.
The drawbacks? Well, they’re in Canada, for one. Cost is $475 per radiator transformation. Shipping to US would probably cost more than that. Electric heat, although cleaner than oil or gas, is the most expensive way to go.
On the other hand, they sure are pretty!
On the other hand, you can go to a salvage place and install an antique radiator of your choice. Below is my hallway masterpiece in Bed Stuy, under $200.
Via Planet Green
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Anyone know of a place that will repair steam radiators? (I have a great old one with a leak between two of the sections and want someone to pick it up, fix it and return it.) Thanks.
If you’re in Brooklyn, there’s a place on Myrtle near Kent called Kevin and Rick’s or something like that.
Wow this is a very cool idea. But pricey. Good job with your radiator.
Not pricey if you can find one at a salvage place or on craigs!