{"product_id":"plastikote-white-satin-radiator-spray-paint-aerosol-400ml","title":"PlastiKote White Satin Radiator Spray Paint Aerosol - 400ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis PlastiKote White Satin Radiator Spray Paint Aerosol is a quick way to smarten up dated radiators, pipes and towel rails with a soft, even white satin finish, no brush or roller needed. As a heat resistant radiator paint, it is designed to keep looking good under the everyday temperature swings of central heating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAerosol format sprays on evenly with no brush marks, drips or stray bristles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers approx. 2-2.5m² per 400ml can, coverage varies by surface and application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDries to the touch in around 15-20 minutes, so recoats don't take long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormulated to resist the heat a working radiator produces without cracking or yellowing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaches steel and cast iron radiators, pipes, towel rails and tight spots behind radiators that a brush struggles with\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite satin finish keeps a soft, low-glare sheen that resists scuffs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandy for both full radiator repaints and smaller touch-up jobs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGet the surface ready:\u003c\/strong\u003e remove grease, dust and loose or flaking paint. Lightly abrade a glossy existing finish with fine sandpaper so the new coat keys in properly, treat any rust, and prime patches of bare metal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtect the surrounding area:\u003c\/strong\u003e mask the wall, skirting, floor and any nearby pipework before you start spraying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShake and spray:\u003c\/strong\u003e shake the aerosol well for a full minute, then spray from roughly 25-30cm away using slow, overlapping passes. Two or three light coats give a better finish than one thick, drip-prone coat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLet each coat dry:\u003c\/strong\u003e wait until a coat is touch dry, typically 15-20 minutes, before spraying the next.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeave to cure:\u003c\/strong\u003e give the finish 24-48 hours to fully cure before putting the heating back on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlastiKote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSatin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. coverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eapprox. 2-2.5m² per 400ml aerosol, coverage varies by surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTouch dry time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eapprox. 15-20 minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecoat time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eonce touch dry, typically within an hour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull cure \/ heat resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003etypically heat resistant up to approx. 130°C once fully cured\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAerosol spray\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel and cast iron radiators, pipes, towel rails and other metal surfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan you paint radiators?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, radiators can be repainted as often as needed, provided a paint made for the job is used. Ordinary wall paint is not designed to cope with the heat a radiator produces, so a heat resistant radiator paint such as this spray gives a longer-lasting result.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow do you paint behind a radiator?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eProtect the wall with masking paper, then angle the can into the gap behind the radiator and spray in short, controlled bursts, working in sections from top to bottom. Where space is very limited, taking the radiator off its brackets can make the job easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy is my radiator rusting on the outside?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSurface rust often appears where the original paint has chipped or worn through, exposing bare metal to moisture in the air. Treating the rust and applying a fresh, heat resistant radiator paint helps protect the metal and stop the problem spreading.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow to strip paint from a radiator?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eLoose, cracked or heavily built-up paint can be removed using a suitable paint stripper or by sanding back with abrasive paper, always following the product's safety instructions and working in a ventilated space. Clean off any dust before repainting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan you use emulsion on radiators?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWall emulsion is not formulated to withstand the heat a radiator generates and can crack, flake or smell when warmed. A dedicated radiator paint, like this satin spray, is the more durable option.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat paint for a radiator gives the best finish?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eA spray-applied radiator enamel such as this one tends to give a smoother, more even finish than a brush, since it avoids brush marks and reaches into ridges and panel detailing more easily.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PlastiKote","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55608759746946,"sku":"376450","price":5.52,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/5024\/4482\/files\/410325_20181211123007_1024.jpg?v=1756478086","url":"https:\/\/essentialsfix.co.uk\/products\/plastikote-white-satin-radiator-spray-paint-aerosol-400ml","provider":"Essentials Fix","version":"1.0","type":"link"}