can radiator be repositioned?
I have those old heavy steam radiators in my brownstone apt, and want to put covers on them. But one juts out of its little window alcove at an angle, sticking out about 2 inches too far, leaving a lot of space behind it. Could this radiator be nudged back a little bit? I know…
I have those old heavy steam radiators in my brownstone apt, and want to put covers on them. But one juts out of its little window alcove at an angle, sticking out about 2 inches too far, leaving a lot of space behind it. Could this radiator be nudged back a little bit? I know this would mean a slight adjustment to the angles at which the pipes elbow to connect with the radiator. Has anyone ever moved/reconnected these things?
Perhaps a cheaper solution is to have a radiator cover built that would create the appearance of a straight radiator. The top would extend to the windowsill so the gap wouldn’t be seen and the cover would be centered in the alcove. Just a thought.
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You can reconfigure the piping and relocate the radiator if needed. Is this steam or hot water? Steam requires a little more care with pitch of the piping being a factor (more in a one pipe steam system), but can definitely be done. You may have to open the floor though, so be aware.