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Sara Hesikova

How to paint behind a radiator - the secret to painting this tricky area like a pro

A blue-painted hallway with a black radiator, a child's bicycle and geometric tiles

Painting the walls of our home tends to be a task most of us feel competent enough to do . But not every paint job is the same as the next. Some are more tricky than others. Enter painting behind a radiator. A dreaded chore that tends to be endlessly put off, if not passed onto a hired professional. But if you’re looking to save your penny and you’re feeling like doing some DIY, then this easy-to-follow guide to how to paint behind a radiator will come in handy.

Our DIY and decorating experts have shared some invaluable tips and tricks, as well as the necessary (and optional) tools, to make this unpopular task as easy as possible. You’re going to be a pro at painting behind radiators by the end of this.

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