I have a small radiator and its getting rust marks on it, so what do I do to cover it up. I was told a few years ago that red lead is obsolete, so what is best to use. I have a local B&Q in the virginity
TIA
rad probs
May 21, 2007
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You could try Bondaprimer, if still available (try google) - good for cars, but it's cellulose based - you'd need to check if it'll take whatever top coat you plan to apply.
Does that mean it is a new store or one that is stocking Cherry trees?
Cheers
John
It is no use covering it up, you need to remove the rust, either physically with abrasives or chemically with a rust remover e.g. Jenolite. Then paint with metal primer, undercoat and a top coat of radiator paint. Red lead paint is still available, only white and grey lead paint was phased out. If the rust is due to moisture/condensation in the atmosphere because of where the radiator is located then whatever you apply will only slow corrosion at best.
:-)
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