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Rusty radiator
There's rust appearing at the bottom of our bathroom radiator. Do we need to replace it or can we just treat the rust?
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"Rust on the bottom of bathroom radiators is generally caused by humidity in the bathroom .
The rust can be treated with primer and re painted however the end result may not always be satisfactory.
My advice would be to replace the radiator, and ensure that bathroom extractor fans are working correctly."
The rust can be treated with primer and re painted however the end result may not always be satisfactory.
My advice would be to replace the radiator, and ensure that bathroom extractor fans are working correctly."
Answered on 3rd Oct 2022 - Member since Jul 2022 -
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"I’d consider replacing it as it could lead to pinholes"
Answered on 3rd Oct 2022 - Member since Dec 2021 -
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"Would be cheaper in the long run to replace the radiator if rusty, and not a fitting leaking"
Answered on 3rd Oct 2022 - Member since Feb 2022 -
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"The rust can be treated depending on how bad the rust is. You can buy a kit for radiator repair."
Answered on 3rd Oct 2022 - Member since Jan 2022 -
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"Replace radiator and stop painting them the radiators"
Answered on 3rd Oct 2022 - Member since Jan 2020 -
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"U need to replace rusty rads that can leak in future"
Answered on 24th Apr 2023 - Member since Apr 2019 -
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