Solaro Radiator Elbows

A dual fuel elbow lets a single towel rail work with both your central heating and an electric element, so you can heat it from the boiler in winter and from electricity in summer. The Solaro Dual Fuel Elbows are made to integrate with radiators and towel rails, so you fit pipework on one side and the electric heater on the other. if you want a warm towel all year round without running your whole heating system, a dual fuel set‑up with these elbows is the usual solution.

Solaro elbows come in a wide range of finishes: chrome, brushed brass, matt black, matt anthracite, matt white, matt grey and matt cappuccino. Choose chrome for a classic polished look or to match chrome radiators and taps; brushed brass complements warm, traditional schemes; matt black or anthracite suits contemporary, industrial bathrooms; matt white, grey or cappuccino work well when you want the fitting to blend with painted walls or a soft palette. Think about the other metalwork in the room so the elbow harmonises rather than clashes.

Yes. They are crafted from high‑quality, corrosion‑resistant materials such as brass, which gives long‑lasting performance in humid environments like bathrooms. That corrosion resistance means the elbow will withstand steam and occasional splashing, making it a reliable choice for heated towel rails. If your bathroom has salty sea air or very aggressive cleaners, a chrome or brushed finish will generally hide watermarks and wear better than untreated metal.

The range is available in a variety of sizes, so measure the outside diameter of your pipe and check the thread on your radiator valve or tailpiece before buying. Match the elbow to the pipe size included in our range for your radiator valves; standard UK central heating pipework is often 15 mm, so you would look for an elbow that specifies compatibility with 15 mm connections. If you are unsure of the measurements, note them down from the valve and compare with the product specification to ensure a proper fit.

High‑quality, precision‑engineered elbows like Solaro's are designed to promote optimal water flow and minimise pressure drop, so they have far less impact than poorly made fittings. Any bend introduces a small restriction compared with straight pipe, but these elbows have a smooth internal profile to keep flow efficient. In practice, using these fittings on a towel rail or radiator run keeps heat distribution even while allowing neat, space‑saving pipework runs.