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    Default Repair a dented radiator.

    Long story short, I've been left with (ripper off for) a 6ft Chrome Radiator with a dent that I'd like to fit in my bathroom, but before I hang it up, I want to try and get rid of the dent.
    I think it'll work OK as is, but will look fugly! I want it repaired, but think if anything else happens to it, it could get worse.

    Is it even possible, could a blacksmith sort it?

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    Default Re: Repair a dented radiator.

    I don't think you'll get that out. Chances are any attempts to "straighten" it will make it worse.


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    Default Re: Repair a dented radiator.

    Cover it with a towel.

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    Default Re: Repair a dented radiator.

    Use some filler then high temp paint over it - doubt you can get a reflective silver finish in high temp paint but you could make both the vertical bars black or something?

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    Default Re: Repair a dented radiator.

    I think the only way you could get out is weld something to it and use a slide hammer attached to it to try and pull it out.

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    Default Re: Repair a dented radiator.

    Put more dents in it so it looks intentional.

    Or sell it on ebay and pay the difference to get a new one. They don't look that expensive looking at screwfix.

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    Default Re: Repair a dented radiator.

    The dent is a line crease so its not coming out. Fill it and spray either the end bars or all of it, or if it looks ok just localised with chrome radiator paint.

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