Ronseal White Matt Stay White Radiator Paint - 250ml

Ronseal Stay White Radiator Paint is a white matt formula developed to resist the yellowing that ordinary radiator paints can suffer from over time, so your radiator stays looking freshly painted for longer. This 250ml tin gives a soft, flat matt finish that's ideal for radiators in living rooms, hallways and bedrooms. It's brush-applied and formulated to withstand the everyday heat a radiator gives off.

Key Features

• Stay White technology helps resist the yellowing that can affect ordinary radiator paints over time
• White matt finish with a smooth, flat appearance and no shine
• Brush application for full control around panels, valves and pipework
• Fast touch dry time so the room is back in use sooner
• Heat resistant formula developed specifically for radiators, pipes and towel rails
• Suitable for steel and cast iron radiators as well as metal pipework
• 250ml tin, suited to a single radiator or smaller items

How to Use

Clean the radiator to remove dust and grease. Lightly key any existing glossy paint with fine abrasive paper so the new coat keys in properly, then wipe away the dust. Treat any rust spots and prime bare metal before painting.

Stir thoroughly, then brush on in thin, even coats, working from the top of the radiator downward and following the panel lines.

Two thin coats generally give the best, most even matt finish and the strongest resistance to yellowing over time. Avoid applying one thick coat, as it takes longer to dry and can affect the finish.

Allow the recommended time between coats, and leave the full cure time to pass before switching the heating back on.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Does radiator paint go yellow over time?

Ordinary gloss and satin radiator paints can gradually pick up a yellow or cream tinge, particularly on radiators that run hot often. Ronseal Stay White Radiator Paint is formulated specifically to resist that yellowing, so a white matt finish stays looking white for longer than a standard radiator enamel.

Why choose a matt finish for a radiator?

A matt finish gives a smooth, flat, contemporary look that hides minor surface imperfections better than gloss or satin, and it works particularly well in living spaces where a subtle finish is preferred over a shiny one.

How do you paint a radiator with this product?

Let the radiator cool fully and turn the heating off. Clean away dust and grease, key any glossy old paint lightly with fine abrasive paper, and deal with any rust before you begin. Brush the paint on in thin, even coats, working from the top down.

Can you paint radiators with emulsion instead of radiator paint?

Standard wall emulsion isn't designed to withstand the heat a radiator produces and can discolour or fail over time. A dedicated radiator paint like this one is formulated to cope with that heat and to resist yellowing, giving a longer-lasting result.

How many coats does this radiator paint need?

Two thin, even coats usually give the best coverage and the most durable, even matt finish. Applying the paint too thickly in one go can extend drying time and affect the final appearance.

Is this radiator paint suitable for pipes and towel rails?

Yes, it's suitable for metal pipework and towel rails as well as steel and cast iron radiators, so you can keep a consistent matt white finish across all the heating in a room.