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Radiator paint : ancient radiator

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CSIblonde · 05/08/2021 10:42

I've had a look, but got overwhelmed with choice. What would anyone use for an ancient radiator covered in magnolia eggshell paint? Would you use Rustoleum spray or use a brush? Does it look a bit rubbish when done either way?

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steppemum · 05/08/2021 10:48

you need proper radiator paint, as other paint can't cope with the heating/cooling.

It looks fine if you have sanded it down well before hand.
If it is ancient and there are layer and layers of paint, it might be worth trying to get some of that off first.

steppemum · 05/08/2021 10:48

colour - either match the wall (if you can, there is a limited choice in radiator paint) or the doors/windows/gloss paint.

Seeingadistance · 05/08/2021 11:12

Spray paint for radiators is fab - I’ll never go back to using a brush on a radiator. You’ll need to spend a bit of time getting the old paint off though, and sanding it down.

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