Removing an old radiator and install a new one

[sknodiy]

Hi there,

I am new to DIY but I have already managed to change bathroom washbasin taps, toilet flush system (close coupling one), the heating element in the shower and the whole kitchen sink with mono-bloc taps plus new compression flex hoses, all by myself. So far so good, no issues yet.

Now I want to remove an old single panel radiator in the small bedroom upstairs for decoration and then fit a new double-panel radiator with side covers and top vent cover (plus new valves) slightly towards the door side so we will end up with more usable wall space on the left, where the bed is.

What are the correct procedures of removing an old radiator and still keep the central heating going throughout. It is a 3 bedroom house and our Worcester Greenstar 25 Si is serving 8 radiators in total - 3 upstairs and 5 downstairs.

Please see photos.

Thanks in advance.

Regards,
Simon

 

[sknodiy]

Photos below

 

[sknodiy]

Would the new Kudox radiator accept the existing TRV for a straight swap, without additional plumbing parts?

http://www.screwfix.com/p/kudox-pre...double-convector-radiator-white-600x800/70404

Also, would I need to switch off the combi boiler or could I get away with just reducing the water pressure? What effect would it have on the water pressure if I removed one radiator, without turning the combi boiler off?

 

[sknodiy]

Please delete this thread as it is now under Plumbing section