{"product_id":"rustins-white-satin-radiator-paint-enamel-500ml","title":"Rustins White Satin Radiator Paint Enamel - 500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eRustins Radiator Enamel Satin gives radiators, pipes and towel rails a smooth, durable white satin finish, supplied here in a 500ml tin. Satin sits between a full gloss and a flat matt, giving a soft sheen that suits most interiors without looking too shiny or too flat. This brush-on enamel is formulated to cope with the heat and wear a working radiator goes through, so the white satin finish keeps looking good for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrush-on radiator enamel with a smooth, durable white satin finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft satin sheen that sits neatly between gloss and matt, suiting most rooms and colour schemes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. coverage of 4 to 6m² per 500ml tin (single coat), depending on surface and application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTouch dry in approx. 4 to 6 hours, recoatable in approx. 16 to 24 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypically heat resistant to around 130°C once fully cured, so it copes with everyday radiator heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood colour and satin sheen retention over time, with better yellow resistance than gloss finishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for steel and cast iron radiators, copper and steel pipework, and towel rails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn the radiator off and allow it to cool completely before you start\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the surface to remove dust, grease and any loose debris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightly key any old glossy paint with fine abrasive paper so the new coat can grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreat any rust spots with a suitable rust treatment before painting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrime any bare metal with a suitable metal primer first\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply with a good quality brush, ideally a slim radiator brush with a long or angled handle to reach behind the radiator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply in thin, even coats, working in the direction of any ridges or grooves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo coats generally give the best colour depth and coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow approx. 4 to 6 hours touch dry time, then leave approx. 16 to 24 hours (ideally overnight) before recoating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave the final coat to fully cure, ideally a few days, before switching the heating back on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRustins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSatin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApprox. coverage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 4 to 6m² (single coat)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTouch dry time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 4 to 6 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecoat time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 16 to 24 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFull cure \/ heat resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypically heat resistant to approx. 130°C once fully cured\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication method\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrush\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel and cast iron radiators, pipes, towel rails\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do you paint a radiator?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn the radiator off and let it cool completely, clean off any dust and grease, lightly key any old glossy paint with fine abrasive paper, and treat any rust. Then apply Rustins White Satin Radiator Enamel with a brush in thin, even coats, letting each coat dry fully before applying the next. Two coats usually give the best finish and colour coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan you paint radiators with emulsion?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrdinary wall emulsion isn't designed to cope with the heat and repeated expansion and contraction a radiator goes through, so it tends to discolour, crack or peel over time. A dedicated radiator enamel like this Rustins white satin finish is formulated to withstand those conditions and give a longer-lasting result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan you paint radiators with satinwood?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSatinwood is a wood and general trim paint rather than a dedicated radiator enamel, and it isn't formulated to withstand the sustained heat of a working radiator in the same way. This Rustins Radiator Enamel Satin gives you the same soft satin look but is purpose-made to cope with radiator temperatures without discolouring or breaking down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow long does radiator paint take to dry?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis satin enamel is touch dry in approximately 4 to 6 hours, with a recoat time of around 16 to 24 hours, so it's best to apply the first coat and leave it to dry overnight before recoating. Allow the final coat to fully cure, ideally a few days, before turning the heating back on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do you paint behind a radiator?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA slim radiator brush with a long or angled handle makes it much easier to reach behind the radiator without removing it. Apply the same thin, even coats as the front and sides, taking care to avoid drips running down the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo you need special paint for radiators?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Radiators get hot and expand and contract as the heating cycles on and off, which ordinary paints aren't designed to handle. A purpose-made radiator enamel like this one is formulated to resist that heat and movement without cracking, peeling or yellowing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rustins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55608783307138,"sku":"351499","price":8.83,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/5024\/4482\/files\/RADS500_101022_250.jpg?v=1756478237","url":"https:\/\/essentialsfix.co.uk\/products\/rustins-white-satin-radiator-paint-enamel-500ml","provider":"Essentials Fix","version":"1.0","type":"link"}