PlastiKote Chrome Satin Radiator Spray Paint - 400ml

PlastiKote Chrome Satin Radiator Spray Paint brings a bright, metallic chrome satin finish to radiators, pipes and towel rails in one easy aerosol application. This heat resistant radiator spray paint is designed to cope with the temperature changes of central heating, giving a durable, professional-looking result without needing a brush.

Key Features

• Covers approx. 2-2.5m² per 400ml aerosol can, coverage varies by surface and application
• Touch dry in around 15-20 minutes, ready to recoat once touch dry
• Heat resistant formula, typically rated to withstand temperatures up to around 150°C
• Aerosol spray application for a smooth, brush-mark-free metallic finish
• Suitable for steel and cast iron radiators, pipes, towel rails and hard-to-reach areas behind radiators
• Non-yellowing chrome satin colour that keeps its shine over time
• No drips and no brush marks, just an even sprayed coat straight from the can

How to Use

• Prepare the surface: clean the radiator to remove grease, dust and flaking paint. Key any glossy old finish with fine abrasive paper, treat rust spots and prime bare metal. Mask the wall, floor and any pipework nearby.
• Ventilate: work in a well-ventilated room with the heating off and the radiator cool to the touch.
• Apply: shake the can well for at least a minute before use. Spray from around 25-30cm away in a steady, even sweep, building the metallic finish with several thin coats rather than one thick one to avoid runs.
• Dry between coats: leave each coat to go touch dry, typically 15-20 minutes, before adding the next.
• Cure before use: allow the paint to cure fully for around 24-48 hours before switching the heating back on.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you spray paint radiators?

Yes. Aerosol radiator paint is designed specifically for the job, giving a smooth, even finish without brush marks and reaching into recesses and behind panels more easily than a brush.

What is the best way to paint a radiator?

Turn the heating off and let the radiator cool, clean and key the surface, mask the surrounding area, then apply a heat resistant radiator paint in several light, even coats. Building up colour gradually gives a smoother, more durable finish than one heavy coat.

How to paint radiator pipes?

Clean the pipes thoroughly, key any glossy old paint and prime bare metal, then apply light, even coats of radiator spray paint, holding the can a consistent distance from the pipe as you work along its length.

How to paint a rusty radiator?

Remove loose flakes and treat the rusted area before painting, as radiator paint is not a rust treatment on its own. Once the surface is sound and clean, key it lightly, prime any bare metal, then apply this spray paint in thin, even coats.

Do you need to prime a radiator before painting?

Priming is generally only needed on bare or rusty metal. If the existing paintwork is sound, cleaning and lightly keying the surface is usually enough before applying this radiator spray paint.

Can you paint radiators with normal paint?

Ordinary wall or wood paint is not designed to withstand the heat a radiator produces and can discolour, crack or smell when heated. A dedicated heat resistant radiator paint like this one is formulated to cope with those conditions.