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Radiator Valves Explained

Our guide breaks down the main radiator valve types and fitting shapes to help you select the ideal setup for your home.

Central Heating Radiator on a sage green wall

Our Guide to Central Heating Radiators

An introductory guide to central heating radiators. Discover how radiators work, standard types and sizes, and make the right choice for you.

Lady staying warm by a radiator warpped in a blanket and drinking from a cup

Why Are My Radiators Not Getting Hot?

Wondering why your radiators are not getting hot? From trapped air to combi boiler issues, explore our guide to find the issue and fix it

radiator bleeding using a radiator bleed key

How To Bleed a Radiator

Learn how to bleed a radiator in 9 simple steps. Discover when to bleed your heating, safety tips, and fix cold spots on your radiators.

What Radiator Size Do I Need? BTU Calculator and Size Guide

Calculate the radiator size and heat output your space requires using a straightforward BTU formula based on room dimensions, usage, and insulation

TRV radiator Valve

How Do I Fit a Thermostatic Radiator Valve?

Take control of your heating and lower your energy bills by fitting a TRV radiator thermostat today.

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Latest Arrivals: Keylite Roof Windows, Flashings and Ladders

Upgrade your loft space with double-glazed Keylite roof windows, weatherproof flashing kits, and insulated loft ladders. Browse our latest arrivals today.

8 Spring Home Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Home in Top Shape

A quick list of tips to keep your home in tip top shape this spring

Branch Anniversaries in 2026

2026 marks some big milestones for some of our branches and showrooms

A hand holding a green glass, filling up with water from an overhead tap

Water Softeners and Salt: A Simple Guide

Learn how water softeners improve your home, the benefits of soft water, and the different types of salt available.

QuickMix dispensing into a lined Big Blue Tub

Save Time with QuickMix Ready Mixed Mortar

Read how our innovative QuickMix vending machine for ready mixed mortar can help you on your next landscaping project.

Prevent Frozen Pipes This Winter

Stop burst pipes before they start. We provide our top tips on preventing frozen pipes with insulation, lagging and more..

Monza Black Paving

Why Porcelain Paving Slabs Are the Smart Patio Choice

Discover why porcelain paving outperforms natural stone and concrete, and our low maintenance, budget friendly options

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Latest Arrivals: Unifix and JCP Fixings

Take a look at some of the latest additions to our range of fixings and fasteners from Unifix and JCP, also available in branch

Woman on a stepladder painting a wall a burnt orange colour with a paint roller

12 Easy Home Renovation Ideas with Big Impact

Transform your home on a budget with these 12 easy home renovation ideas that deliver stunning results!

Red convertible car on gravel driveway

Choosing The Best Driveway Gravel For Your Drive

Discover the best driveway gravel options for your drive, including 20mm gravel and decorative gravel, in our guide

Grange Contemporary Planter Raised Bed

How To Make A Raised Garden Bed

Our guide takes you through the process of building a raised retainer bed using timber sleepers.

Photo by Regatta Professional

Winter Workwear & Hi-Vis Gear: Stay Safe & Warm on Site

Discover top winter workwear, hi-vis jackets, boots, socks, and gloves to stay safe, warm, and visible outdoors this winter.

Celebration

Turnbull Continues Proud Sponsorship of Boston United FC

Turnbull renew their ongoing sponsorship of Boston United Football Club

Mixture of grey and brown gravel stones varying in size and shape

Landscaping Gravel: A Cost-Effective Garden Upgrade

Read the benefits of using landscaping gravel to brighten up your garden or patio.

Aggregate Bags

Buyers Guide to Bulk Bags: Efficient Delivery of Gravel, Sand, and More

Our big polypropylene builders’ bags are a great way to get larger amounts of sand, gravel and aggregates to your site.

Grey Banner featuring a Keylite Centre Pivot Window and a Keylite Roof Flashing Kit. New Arrivals title in white writing set on a blue background. Keylite Roof Windows & Flashings text in white set on a yellow background.

Latest Arrivals: Keylite Roof Windows, Flashings and Ladders

Upgrade your loft space with double-glazed Keylite roof windows, weatherproof flashing kits, and insulated loft ladders. Browse our latest arrivals today.

Branch Anniversaries in 2026

2026 marks some big milestones for some of our branches and showrooms

Ner Arrivals banner in white writing on blue background. Unifix & JCP Fixings banner in white writing on yellow background.

Latest Arrivals: Unifix and JCP Fixings

Take a look at some of the latest additions to our range of fixings and fasteners from Unifix and JCP, also available in branch

Celebration

Turnbull Continues Proud Sponsorship of Boston United FC

Turnbull renew their ongoing sponsorship of Boston United Football Club

Brigg Counter

Top 10 Reasons to Shop at Turnbull Builders Merchant

We share our top ten reasons why a trip to Turnbull offers real added-value for customers.

Central Heating Radiator on a sage green wall

Our Guide to Central Heating Radiators

An introductory guide to central heating radiators. Discover how radiators work, standard types and sizes, and make the right choice for you.

Lady staying warm by a radiator warpped in a blanket and drinking from a cup

Why Are My Radiators Not Getting Hot?

Wondering why your radiators are not getting hot? From trapped air to combi boiler issues, explore our guide to find the issue and fix it

radiator bleeding using a radiator bleed key

How To Bleed a Radiator

Learn how to bleed a radiator in 9 simple steps. Discover when to bleed your heating, safety tips, and fix cold spots on your radiators.

What Radiator Size Do I Need? BTU Calculator and Size Guide

Calculate the radiator size and heat output your space requires using a straightforward BTU formula based on room dimensions, usage, and insulation

TRV radiator Valve

How Do I Fit a Thermostatic Radiator Valve?

Take control of your heating and lower your energy bills by fitting a TRV radiator thermostat today.

8 Spring Home Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Home in Top Shape

A quick list of tips to keep your home in tip top shape this spring

Prevent Frozen Pipes This Winter

Stop burst pipes before they start. We provide our top tips on preventing frozen pipes with insulation, lagging and more..

Woman on a stepladder painting a wall a burnt orange colour with a paint roller

12 Easy Home Renovation Ideas with Big Impact

Transform your home on a budget with these 12 easy home renovation ideas that deliver stunning results!

Grange Contemporary Planter Raised Bed

How To Make A Raised Garden Bed

Our guide takes you through the process of building a raised retainer bed using timber sleepers.

Stonemarket Marketstone Grey Multi

How To Lay Sandstone Paving Slabs

Sandstone Paving can transform your outdoor space. Follow our installation guide to achieve professional results.

How to Install Fence Panels

Learn how to install a traditional timber fence, step-by-step.

A hand holding a green glass, filling up with water from an overhead tap

Water Softeners and Salt: A Simple Guide

Learn how water softeners improve your home, the benefits of soft water, and the different types of salt available.

QuickMix dispensing into a lined Big Blue Tub

Save Time with QuickMix Ready Mixed Mortar

Read how our innovative QuickMix vending machine for ready mixed mortar can help you on your next landscaping project.

Red convertible car on gravel driveway

Choosing The Best Driveway Gravel For Your Drive

Discover the best driveway gravel options for your drive, including 20mm gravel and decorative gravel, in our guide

Photo by Regatta Professional

Winter Workwear & Hi-Vis Gear: Stay Safe & Warm on Site

Discover top winter workwear, hi-vis jackets, boots, socks, and gloves to stay safe, warm, and visible outdoors this winter.

Mixture of grey and brown gravel stones varying in size and shape

Landscaping Gravel: A Cost-Effective Garden Upgrade

Read the benefits of using landscaping gravel to brighten up your garden or patio.

Aggregate Bags

Buyers Guide to Bulk Bags: Efficient Delivery of Gravel, Sand, and More

Our big polypropylene builders’ bags are a great way to get larger amounts of sand, gravel and aggregates to your site.

beautiful garden with ideas for garden landscaping

Great ideas for garden landscaping

A starting point for garden enthusiasts, providing links to our other landscaping blogs.

White Picket Fence Painted White

Turnbull Top Picks: Bird Brand One Coat Fence Paint

We share our tips on painting a fence and shine the spotlight on Bird Brand One Coat Fence Paint.

Aggregate Bags

Buyers Guide to Bulk Bags: Efficient Delivery of Gravel, Sand, and More

Our big polypropylene builders’ bags are a great way to get larger amounts of sand, gravel and aggregates to your site.

Monza Black Paving

Why Porcelain Paving Slabs Are the Smart Patio Choice

Discover why porcelain paving outperforms natural stone and concrete, and our low maintenance, budget friendly options

Mixture of grey and brown gravel stones varying in size and shape

Landscaping Gravel: A Cost-Effective Garden Upgrade

Read the benefits of using landscaping gravel to brighten up your garden or patio.

Stonemarket Marketstone Grey Multi

How To Lay Sandstone Paving Slabs

Sandstone Paving can transform your outdoor space. Follow our installation guide to achieve professional results.

beautiful garden with ideas for garden landscaping

Great ideas for garden landscaping

A starting point for garden enthusiasts, providing links to our other landscaping blogs.

Timber Sleepers photo by Lampos Aritonang via Unspalsh

Buyers Guide to Timber Sleepers

Looking for a cost effective way to revamp your garden? Timber Sleepers may be the answer!

How to Install Fence Panels

Learn how to install a traditional timber fence, step-by-step.

White Picket Fence Painted White

Turnbull Top Picks: Bird Brand One Coat Fence Paint

We share our tips on painting a fence and shine the spotlight on Bird Brand One Coat Fence Paint.

trv radiator valve next to a radiator infront of a brown wall

Radiator Valves Explained

Our guide breaks down the main radiator valve types and fitting shapes to help you select the ideal setup for your home.

Central Heating Radiator on a sage green wall

Our Guide to Central Heating Radiators

An introductory guide to central heating radiators. Discover how radiators work, standard types and sizes, and make the right choice for you.

Lady staying warm by a radiator warpped in a blanket and drinking from a cup

Why Are My Radiators Not Getting Hot?

Wondering why your radiators are not getting hot? From trapped air to combi boiler issues, explore our guide to find the issue and fix it

radiator bleeding using a radiator bleed key

How To Bleed a Radiator

Learn how to bleed a radiator in 9 simple steps. Discover when to bleed your heating, safety tips, and fix cold spots on your radiators.

What Radiator Size Do I Need? BTU Calculator and Size Guide

Calculate the radiator size and heat output your space requires using a straightforward BTU formula based on room dimensions, usage, and insulation

TRV radiator Valve

How Do I Fit a Thermostatic Radiator Valve?

Take control of your heating and lower your energy bills by fitting a TRV radiator thermostat today.

A hand holding a green glass, filling up with water from an overhead tap

Water Softeners and Salt: A Simple Guide

Learn how water softeners improve your home, the benefits of soft water, and the different types of salt available.

Prevent Frozen Pipes This Winter

Stop burst pipes before they start. We provide our top tips on preventing frozen pipes with insulation, lagging and more..