Should you paint radiators?

Is it OK to paint a standard radiator? Thinking of going dark blue. Does this impact its effectiveness?

Asked by Claire Kate on 20th Dec 2025
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"It’s fine to paint radiators preferably Samson or egg shell"
Answered on 20th Dec 2025 - Member since Nov 2024 - report
"Yes provided you use the correct paint and no it will not effect its output ."
Answered on 20th Dec 2025 - Member since Sep 2023 - report
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