The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. It’s fair to say that most radiators are ugly. The old-school ...

Old radiators can become an eyesore. After the original finish has worn off, they can become rusty or discolored— but you can give it a facelift by restoring it to its original silver color or paint ...

A heating specialist has shared his thoughts on how to arrange your radiator for the best energy efficiency. While you might assume painting the appliance black is the optimal choice, experts at paint ...

I have three cast iron radiators I’m soon going to paint them and want some finish ideas. Two of them have new fittings installed by a plumber so they can easily be removed and painted in a separate ...

correctionIn a previous version of this story, the last name of D.C. architect Colleen Healey was misspelled on a second reference, and Modern Masters paint was incorrectly described as spray paint.

No matter how good you are with a roller, painting behind a radiator is always an arduous task. You need to reach behind the heater – no easy feat – and paint the awkward exposed parts to get an even ...

Who knows what evil lurks in the heart of your cast-iron radiator? The answer is probably dust piles, pet hair and even chunks of drywall. Here’s how to clean it → Many old radiators are covered with ...

We just moved into a recently renovated brownstone in which the owner used oil-based high temperature paint to cover the hot water radiators. When the heat comes on, there is an oily/burning smell ...

We all benefit from the warmth radiators offer during winter at home. Yet, many of us overlook their aesthetic value and seldom accentuate them in our decor. However, DIY enthusiast Julia has revealed ...