Apply with a good quality brush or roller. Also suitable for spraying - thin with up to 15% tap water and apply additional coat(s). What's more, there are plenty of radiators out there which can have their look lifted by the colour gold. Take the vintage column radiator for instance. Cast iron radiators look fantastic with a golden finish. Dark gold perfectly suits column radiators, whilst properties may also benefit from the more gaudy end of the spectrum, where gold designer radiators become focal points and characters within themselves when placed in your room. Whatever you go for, the gold radiator will always bring joy into your home. Hammerite Radiator Enamel Gloss is a heat resistant high gloss finish for water-filled radiators and hot water pipes. Easy to use. Hammerite No.1 Rust Beater provides a high build finish to heavily pitted areas of rust and prevents new rust forming. This rust proofing product kills rust, primes and undercoats all in one. The metallic mineral pigment content of the Frenchic Metallics range makes it a bit different to our other paints. The finish will naturally look hand-painted due to its metallic gleam as well as the nature of the mineral content – in other words, some appearance of texture is to be expected. This means it is great for a huge range of effects. If, however, a super-smooth or uniform finish is desired, the product can be sprayed by adding a little water.

Consider what color best suits your old-fashioned radiator—atraditional metallic or something that makes more of a statement—then read on for complete the details on how to paint a radiator.You can freshen up an old appliance into more of a focal point than an eyesore in just a weekend. And don’t delay: You’ll want to makeover this metal fixture sometime you can leave it turned offlong enough to apply paint. Tools & Materials When it comes to painting your radiator you must never think you can use normal everyday paints like the ones we use for our walls. These paints whilst good, are not heat resistant, lose their colour over time, and may even give off an unpleasant smell. There are however some other great options you can choose from, and it all depends on what is suitable for you and what you can afford. Metallic paint formulated for multiple surfaces. Suitable for most types of furniture, laminate, powdercoated radiators, UPVC, ceramic wall tiles (we recommend avoiding very wet areas like shower/bath surrounds), plus wood, concrete and laminate floors with correct application – please note that maintenance may be required in these situations If you want to paint a radiator that is non-operational,both the primer and paint that you use should be rust resistant. Do your metal objects suffer from small areas of rust, stone chips and scratches? The Hammerite Kurust Stone Chip Pencil is ideal for that. It transforms rust to a sound surface in only 15 minutes.Looking for a heat resistant satin finish for water-filled radiators and hot water pipes? Hammerite Radiator Enamel Satin is ideal for that. The satin finish can easily be created and lasts long. Avoid painting in direct sunlight, only when the air and surface temperatures are between 10 oC and 32 oC and humidity is less than 85%. Do not apply if, in the following 48 hours, there is likelihood of rain, frost, fog, condensation or if the temperature is likely to drop lower than 10 oC Don’t skip this step! It’s the key to long-term coverage that lasts. Without this step, your radiator could be prone to rust and have a dull, lifeless finish. There are a number of heat-resistant radiator paints on offer, both in the form of paint tins and in aerosol cans for spray painting. What kind of paint do you use on a radiator? One coat is all you need to protect and brighten your radiators. Our One Coat Radiator Paint protects against everyday scuffs and scrapes and is heat resistant and durable.

Spray Paint: Some people choose to spray paint their radiator, but you’ll probably want to remove the radiator from the wall before you start. Painting your radiator this way will almost guarantee a tidy clean finish, and there are no drips or spills to worry about with this method. Exterior wooden surfaces in particular can retain moisture for up to 48 hours after rainfall or preparation. Ensure the items are thoroughly dry prior to painting. For the best coverage around the curves of this fixture, prime and paint a radiatorusing cans of spray paint.Choose an oil-based aerosol primer and either an oil- or water-based paint that is labeled for interior use on metal surfaces.Depending on your radiator,look for the following attributes:Specially formulated to provide a heat resistant brilliant white finish on any water-filled household radiator and hot water pipes. vce-row-container .vcv-lozad {display: none} Kitchens are a place of creativity, socialising and should also be a place of warmth. As one of the most important rooms in the home, the kitchen is a place Continue Reading... Our range of radiators includes great high quality aluminium radiators, traditional radiators, grey radiators and many more! Shop Radiators By Room Add an air of luxury and elegance to your furniture, front door, kitchen, bathroom or just about anywhere! The Metallics range is a weatherproof, durable, easy to use paint with a fabulous metallic effect finish. Self-priming and self-sealing, it is suitable for a wide range of surfaces both inside and out! Water-based, with minimal VOC content plus UKCA and EN71-3 certification meaning it is safe to use on children’s toys. Surface preparation required in addition to the above – clean with Frenchic Sugar Soap, rinse and dry thoroughly. Hand-sand sufficiently to abrade the surface. Wipe off any dust, paint away! For a great demonstration, see our video.