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That formula was around in the 1960's when central heating was becoming popular. Gas was cheap (state controlled) and The Gas Board, who had a monopoly, would advertise "guaranteed temperatures"; which was possible because they oversized the rads and the boiler. The formula makes no allowance for improvement in house design and insulation.height(ft) x width(ft) x length(ft) x 5 = BTU ideal for a DIYer
Forget the online estimators which make far too many assumptions.What is the best website to use when sizing up a house for radiators?
That formula was around in the 1960's when central heating was becoming popular. Gas was cheap (state controlled) and The Gas Board, who had a monopoly, would advertise "guaranteed temperatures"; which was possible because they oversized the rads and the boiler. The formula makes no allowance for improvement in house design and insulation.
Saw a guide that said room length x width x height(volume) x153 =btu rating.
Don't know if this is correct?
I'm sure someone will put me straight!!
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