paint for copper pipes

[Trac]

is there a paint or spray that I can use on copper pipes? I would like to paint copper pipe on radiator (the bit that sticks upwards with the white cap on top) white. is this possible?Many thanks!

 

[ShaunCorbs]

Do you mean the trv ? If yes it's not a very good idea to pain that as it moves

You can paint the white pointy cap (lockshield)

 

[Trac]

sorry - it's the little copper pipe?
I have heard it can be painted to match the radiator.....
Not painting the caps or anything just thinking about the copper pipe

 

[snowhead]

Just paint as you would normally.
Undercoat then topcoat

 

[Chuck]

is there a paint or spray that I can use on copper pipes? I would like to paint copper pipe on radiator (the bit that sticks upwards with the white cap on top) white. is this possible?Many thanks!

Consider using snap-on pipe covers instead of messing around with paint. Just replace them each time you redecorate to keep them looking smart.

RADSNAPS Radiator Pipe Cover - White - Pipe | BES.co.uk

 

[ShaunCorbs]

sorry - it's the little copper pipe?
I have heard it can be painted to match the radiator...
Not painting the caps or anything just thinking about the copper pipe

Yes your fine painting just the pipes

 

[Trac]

many thanks - really helpful - can use use white emulsion, acrylic primer or duluxe paint? The snap-on covers sound great though

 

[ShaunCorbs]

I would say duluxe or emulsion would be fine

 

[Trac]

many thanks all - really helpful and much appreciated

 

[townfanjon]

On copper you should really use an etching primer first , you may find a small tin at B+Q. However most people just paint them with whatever is in the garage .

My wifes pal paints radiators with emulsion no primer , just paints them , never seen paint crack , craze, chip , etc they still look ok lol