Upgrading Radiator Covers Across Three Residential Care Homes

Background

A residential care provider supporting younger adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health conditions reached out to Contour after experiencing problems with rusting radiator covers in one of their homes.

Their en suite areas had been fitted with a mix of inappropriate materials, resulting in hygiene issues and deterioration over time. The team conducted an online search and approached three suppliers, but it was Contour’s site survey, expert support, and competitive pricing that gave them confidence to proceed.

The Challenges

Several key factors needed to be addressed for this project:  

1. Rusting and Hygiene Concerns in Wet Areas 

The existing guards, some made of MDF and others from less suitable metal types, had started to degrade in the humid en suite conditions. Not only did this effect hygiene, but it also undermined the finish and durability of the rooms.

2. Mix of Inconsistent Installations

Across the three care homes, the team had a patchwork of radiator installations, including exposed radiators, basic MDF covers, and competitor LST guards. The lack of uniformity created inefficiencies for cleaning and maintenance and made future replacements harder to manage.

3. Need for Confidence in Specification 

While the team had provided photos and rough measurements, they accepted Contour’s offer of a free site survey to ensure sizing and specification were accurate, especially where there were quirks in layout, pipework, or radiator placement.

4. Installation and Project Continuity 

They requested supply and installation and wanted to complete all three homes in quick succession. Contour coordinated delivery and fitting back-to-back, ensuring each property was completed smoothly and without delay.

Solution Delivered

After surveying all three sites, Contour supplied and installed Covora low surface temperature radiator covers, an ideal choice for environments without anti-ligature requirements but with a focus on cleanliness, safety, and value.

✔️ Manufactured from Zintec/Magnelis depending on the room location, to eliminate rust risk
✔️ Standard grille configuration selected for airflow and ease of cleaning
✔️ Bespoke sizes created for each radiator including pipework allowances
✔️ Quick turnaround between order and delivery
✔️ Clean, uniform appearance across all locations
✔️ Fitted by Contour’s experienced installation team

Outcome

The client has since ordered additional covers for two of the sites, extending the upgrade even further. They praised:

• The professionalism and speed of the service
• The accuracy of recommendations following the site visit
• The value for money, having compared three potential suppliers
• The longer-term confidence in having a consistent specification across all their homes

This project highlights how Covora LST radiator covers offer an effective, long-lasting solution for residential care environments, even where anti-ligature features aren't needed.

Need Rust-free Radiator Guards That Last?

Whether you're upgrading a single site or managing several properties, Contour can support you from first enquiry to final installation, ensuring a tailored specification that meets hygiene, safety, and longevity requirements.

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