painting pipes & rads

Post by Mo » 28 Oct 2013, 18:50

We have removed a pipe cover (useless as it wouldn't stay on), so have bare copper pipes. The white finish on the rad is slightly chipped, so we thought we'd gloss it Magnolia to match the room.
What preparation do we need (not perfectionist, just want the paint to stick).

Post by **Totally Scrambled** » 28 Oct 2013, 19:05

Just make sure the surface is clean, dirt and grease free, like you would a wall and paint. )t'

Dom

Post by Mo » 28 Oct 2013, 19:11

Do I need any sort of primer on copper?

Post by **Totally Scrambled** » 28 Oct 2013, 19:15

I've done it using metal primer first and also just using gloss or emulsion and have not really noticed any real difference in the finish. It may stay looking better for a bit longer with primer but not so you'd notice and it only takes a trice to touch up if it really needs it.
Dom

Post by Mo » 28 Oct 2013, 19:19

I'll take the easy way then.

chookmike · Post by **chookmike** » 02 Nov 2013, 21:07

I am probably too late but go to a plumbers merchant or DIY store and get 'pipe-snips' It is a tight roll of white or silver plastic that wraps around the pipe long-ways. Cut to length accurately. Silly price but fit and forget.

Mike