ProfessionalRadiator Cover Painting

Old cast-iron or steel radiators and their covers rust and peel over years of heat cycling. We treat the rust, apply a primer made for metal, and finish with heat-resistant paint that won't yellow, bubble, or peel the next time the heat comes on.

Also known as: radiator cover painting, paint radiator, radiator painting, heat resistant paint radiator, radiator repaint, radiator cover repaint, radiater cover painting

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What’s included

Clean the cover surface and remove all loose paint and rust
Apply rust converter to any active rust spots
Prime with a metal primer rated for high-temperature use
Apply heat-resistant spray or brush-on paint in chosen color
Address fins and recessed areas that are prone to rust buildup
Protect adjacent floors and walls during spraying

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How it works

Remove rust and prep

We wire-brush loose paint and rust, treat active corrosion with a rust converter, and wipe the surface clean before priming.

Prime with metal primer

We apply a heat-tolerant metal primer to create a corrosion-resistant base layer that bonds to bare metal and old intact paint.

Finish coat with heat-resistant paint

We apply heat-resistant paint, often with a spray for even coverage in fins and crevices, and allow it to fully cure before the heat is turned on.

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Problems we fix

Regular latex paint blistering and peeling on radiator covers because it can't handle the heat
Rust returning quickly on fins and hidden surfaces where primer didn't penetrate
Paint on radiators releasing a burn smell the first time heat is turned on after painting
Drips collecting in fins from applying too much paint too fast

Good to know

Radiator Cover Painting — FAQ

What kind of paint can handle radiator heat?

High-heat enamel or appliance paint rated to at least 200 to 250 degrees Fahrenheit. Standard latex paint will peel off a hot radiator within a heating season.

Will the paint smell the first time the heat comes on?

A faint odor is normal for the first heat cycle as the paint fully cures under heat. It dissipates quickly. We advise good ventilation for the first few uses.

Can you paint over an existing finish on a radiator?

Yes, if the existing paint is in good shape and properly scuffed. If it's flaking, we remove it before painting so the new coat has a solid, clean base to bond to.

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