How to choose a brush for painting the radiator?

The question of how to paint a radiator heating often arises from the owners of cast iron batteries, which need a neat exterior reconstruction. If you choose a suitable heat-resistant paint among the range of modern products is easy, then not everyone can paint a product without the right tools. A variety of paint brushes allows you to choose the right model for an attractive and durable design of the surface of the radiator. The main thing - to know some of the nuances of choice.

Among all models of paint brushes, only a few are suitable for painting the radiator. Preference is given to models with a long handle, a pile of medium hardness and a sharp tip.With their help, it is possible to cover the entire area of ​​the radiator, including hard-to-reach places. Experienced craftsmen in this case are advised to use several variants of brushes.

Such products have a round shape and are usually attached to the handle with a metal rim. Thanks to the long handle it is convenient to work with such a tool. Pile can be short or long. In the latter case, if the length interferes with high-quality paint coverage of the radiator surface, you can use an elastic band - wrap the brush under the metal rim to reduce the area of ​​paint spread and ensure the contour accuracy.

The name of the brush itself suggests what exactly it is intended for. With it, you can easily paint over inaccessible places between sections of the battery. The tool has a long handle, which is convenient to manage, and a slightly curved wide brush.Pile is usually characterized by medium or high rigidity and allows high-quality paint all the bends of the radiator.

This option is usually used by experienced craftsmen at the final stage of work. It is distinguished by its small size and long handle, which allows it to do even the most "jewelry" work. This brush is suitable for applying paint in the most inaccessible bends of the battery, as well as for applying any pattern (if desired by the owner).

The diameter of the product is usually small - from 4 to 18 mm. For art painting you can buy a brush of even smaller diameter - 1, 2, 3 mm. In addition to brushes you can use the spray for large areas. This will ensure that a more even layer of paint is applied to the cast iron surface. Also small rollers and foam rubber can be used.

To get the most even coverage when brushing the battery It is necessary to follow the advice of experienced craftsmen.

• It is possible to paint the radiator only in summer when the heating system is turned off and the surface of the product is not hot.So the paint will fall on the surface of the battery as smoothly as possible and keep a neat appearance for a long time.
• When buying a brush is worth paying attention to its manufacturer. It is better to give preference to certified products from large brands that adhere to GOST standards in the manufacture of their products. So you can avoid the purchase of low-quality products. Otherwise, the brush may be surprised by such unpleasant surprises as a flying metal bezel, a loose handle with a handle, or excessive “getting out” of bristles during the painting process.
• The so-called "battery brushes" (radiator) are designed for painting batteries, but this does not mean that one such model is enough for full-fledged work. It is worth buying at once several options of the different sizes to provide the maximum capture of a surface, including in hard-to-reach spots.
• The natural hair of the instrument provides a higher quality coating, and products with synthetic pile are more durable.

• Before starting work, the brush should be soaked in warm soapy water.Due to this, the pile will soften, get rid of dirt and dust, as well as provide a more even and soft painting of the radiator.
• It is necessary to verify in advance a sufficient amount of paint. It is not recommended to buy or mix paints of different colors and manufacturers. This can significantly affect the desired result of staining and lead to negative consequences, due to which the work will have to be redone.
• Paint the radiator is in several layers, starting from the top, for a better and more durable result.
• In order not to spoil the brushes, immediately after the completion of the work they should be soaked in a special solution, and then thoroughly washed from the paint. Usually, kerosene is used to wash the brush, after which the product is placed in soapy water. Next, the tool is dried and wrapped in paper for long-term storage.

Thanks to these tips, high-quality tools and materials, patience and accuracy in the process of work, you can achieve an excellent result that will please you for a long time.

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