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Restoration of Original Cast Iron Radiators

Cast Iron Radiator Restoration

Restoring original cast iron radiators has been at the heart of our work for nearly 20 years — it’s where Period Style began. Our journey started with two rusty 1930s radiators salvaged from a local hotel. They looked beyond saving, but with no alternative at the time, we set about bringing them back to life for our own home. After shot-blasting, fitting new gaskets, and applying fresh paint, the results were remarkable. Friends quickly asked if we could restore radiators for them too, and what began as a side project soon grew into a full-time, award-winning business.

Radiator Restoration Packages

All radiators are restored in our Yorkshire workshop, fully pressure tested, and finished to a professional standard.

#1 Basic Service Cosmetic restore ▼
  • Shot-blast to remove old paint and rust
  • Internal flush & clean
  • Prime & painted finish (lacquered)
  • Pressure test
  • Minor surface touch-ups

Best for: Sound, watertight originals needing a cosmetic refresh.

Lead time: ~3 weeks · Price: POA

Includes our 10-year restoration guarantee.

Call 01723 321 333
#2 Minor Repair & Service Most popular ▼
  • Shot-blast to bare metal
  • Internal clean & flush (de-sludge)
  • Repairs to up to 3 section joints as required
  • Prime & painted finish (lacquered)
  • Pressure test to modern standards

Best for: Antique rads with minor leaks or weeps that need both cosmetic and small mechanical fixes.

Lead time: ~3–4 weeks · Price: POA

Includes our 10-year restoration guarantee.

Call 01723 321 333
#3 Full Restoration Complete rebuild ▼
  • Full strip-down into individual sections
  • Shot-blast to bare casting
  • Full repair of joints/threads as feasible
  • New gaskets & seals + tie rods as required
  • Pressure test to ensure watertight performance
  • Prime & finish (painted as standard; specialist finishes available)

Best for: Heavily corroded or leaking radiators that need a complete mechanical overhaul.

Lead time: ~4–6 weeks · Price: POA

Includes our 10-year restoration guarantee.

Call 01723 321 333

From Simple Beginnings to Complete Restoration

In the early days, restoration meant stripping, refinishing, and replacing fittings. Over time, we invested in specialist tools, developed advanced techniques, and gained the experience to handle every aspect of radiator restoration — from straightforward cosmetic work to the most complex rebuilds.

Today, we offer a comprehensive professional service that covers:

  • Disassembly of radiators into individual sections.

  • Repairing or replacing damaged castings and parts.

  • Re-gasketing and reassembly using UK-manufactured gaskets.

  • Internal cleaning to remove magnetite and deposits.

  • Pressure testing to ensure watertight, reliable performance.

  • Finishing in your choice of paint, metallic, or hand-polished styles.

Why Full Restoration Matters

True restoration isn’t just about how a radiator looks on the outside. Over years of use, internal deposits can restrict water flow, reduce efficiency, and even risk damage to your heating system. That’s why our process includes thorough internal cleaning and testing — ensuring every radiator we restore performs as well as it looks.

Quality & Guarantee

While others may offer sandblasting and repainting alone, our customers choose Period Style for a full, professional restoration backed by our 10-year guarantee. Whether you have an antique original or a reproduction, we’ll ensure it’s rebuilt to the highest standard and ready for many more years of use.

For advice or to discuss your project, call us on 01723 321 333.