Rustins Black Satin Radiator Paint Enamel - 250ml

Black radiator paint has become one of the most popular ways to update a room, and this Rustins Quick Dry black satin enamel gives radiators, pipes and towel rails a smart, contemporary finish. The 250ml tin is brush-applied, dries quickly between coats, and is formulated to withstand the heat a radiator produces day to day. A satin sheen gives just enough shine to look crisp without being as reflective as full gloss.

Key Features

• Black satin finish, a popular choice for a modern, contemporary radiator update
• Quick drying formula so radiators are back in use sooner
• Brush application for precise control around panels, valves and pipework
• Heat resistant enamel developed specifically for radiators, pipes and towel rails
• Suitable for steel and cast iron radiators as well as metal pipework
• Good depth of colour and coverage from a 250ml tin, ideal for a single radiator

How to Use

Clean the radiator thoroughly to remove dust, grease and any flaking paint. If the existing finish is glossy, key it lightly with fine abrasive paper so the new coat adheres properly, then wipe away the dust. Treat any rust and prime bare metal before painting.

Stir well, then brush on in thin, even coats, working from the top of the radiator down and following the panel lines. Black shows brush marks more readily than lighter colours, so keep strokes even and avoid overloading the brush.

Two thin coats generally give the deepest, most even black finish. This is a quick drying enamel rather than a one coat product.

Allow the recoat time on the tin to pass between coats, and let the full cure time pass before switching the heating back on.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you paint a radiator black?

Yes, black is a popular and practical colour for radiators. A dedicated black radiator enamel like this one is formulated to cope with the heat a radiator produces, unlike ordinary wall paint, and gives a durable, even finish.

Is black radiator paint a good idea?

Black radiators have become a popular interior design choice, working particularly well as a feature against lighter walls or in industrial-style and contemporary rooms. Because black shows dust and marks slightly more than white, radiators in high traffic areas may need wiping down a little more often, but the finish itself is just as hard-wearing.

What's the difference between a satin and a matt black radiator paint?

Satin gives a slight sheen that's easy to keep clean and shows brush marks less than a full matt finish, while matt gives a completely flat, non-reflective look. Satin is a popular middle ground between the shine of gloss and the flatness of matt.

How do you paint a radiator black without leaving brush marks?

Use a good quality brush and apply the paint in thin, even coats rather than one thick layer, working in the direction of the radiator panels. Two thin coats give a smoother, more even result than trying to achieve full coverage in one go, and this is especially true with darker colours like black.

Can you paint radiator pipes and towel rails to match?

Yes, this enamel is suitable for metal pipework and towel rails as well as steel and cast iron radiators, so you can carry the same black satin finish across all the heating in a room.

How long does black radiator paint take to dry?

This is a quick drying formula, normally touch dry within a couple of hours depending on room temperature and ventilation. Leave the recoat time on the tin to pass before applying a second coat, and allow the full cure time before turning the heating back on.