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Reclaimed Cast Iron Radiators Prices in Cambridge 2026: Full Rate Card

Live 2026 pricing for cast iron radiators in Cambridge, sampled across yards inside CB1, CB2 and CB4 and merchant clearance data. Use this as a benchmark before you list, buy or budget a East of England project.

Cambridge rate card, Q1 2026

GradeTypical priceNotes
Job-lot / bulk£12.00 per sectionMerchant clearance, palletised
Standard graded£29 per sectionSorted, ready-to-fit stock
Heritage / premium£45 per sectionCharacter grade, hand-picked

Regional price drivers

  • East of England demolition volume
  • Merchant over-order cycles
  • Conservation demand around heritage postcodes
  • Delivery cost from adjacent regions

New vs surplus in Cambridge

New cast iron radiators through Cambridge merchants typically costs 40–70% more than surplus equivalents at similar spec. Reclaimed heritage grades can command a premium over new when planning specifies matching stock.

How to negotiate on Cambridge listings

  • Volume trumps price — offer to take the whole pallet
  • Same-day collection with cash-on-collection saves 5–10%
  • Bundle with other categories from the same seller
  • Weekday collections beat weekends

Frequently asked questions

+Have cast iron radiators prices risen in Cambridge?

Modest inflation in 2025 has flattened in 2026 thanks to increased surplus supply across East of England.

+Can I paint a cast iron radiator?

Yes — any radiator-grade enamel. Sandblasting first gives the best finish.

+Do prices vary by Cambridge postcode?

Yes — inner-city collection premiums of 5–15% apply in CB1, CB2 and CB4.

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