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Leaking radiator valve.
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I have recently taken off a radiator in my lounge and even though i have shut off the valve there is still the slightest bit of water that comes out, its very minimal. I was wondering if it will eventually seal itself or will i have to try to seal it properly, thanks in advance.
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For more on marking an answer as the "Best Answer", please visit our FAQ.do you mean you've removed the radiator permanantly or just to do some decorating?
beware, if you've got a thermostatic radiator valve then turning it to 0 is not enough as if you get a frosty night the valve can open up and dump water all over your floor, your meant to remove the head of the valve and screw on the blanking cap that comes with the valve (most people lose them however)
if its a non-thermostatic valve then try giving it a little tweak with some pump pliers to see if it will stop leaking then.
beware, if you've got a thermostatic radiator valve then turning it to 0 is not enough as if you get a frosty night the valve can open up and dump water all over your floor, your meant to remove the head of the valve and screw on the blanking cap that comes with the valve (most people lose them however)
if its a non-thermostatic valve then try giving it a little tweak with some pump pliers to see if it will stop leaking then.