Spraying Aluminium Fencing from Cream to Gloss Black – Gold Coast

A Full Transformation You Can See from the Street

There’s something timeless about gloss black aluminium fencing.
It instantly adds depth, definition, and modern contrast to a property — especially when it replaces the older, faded cream finishes that were popular through the 90s and early 2000s.

In this recent Gold Coast project, we captured the full process on video:
from the original cream powder-coated aluminium through to the final high-gloss black result.
It’s one of those transformations that’s simple in concept but requires a professional approach in execution.

At RepaintPro, we’ve built our reputation on these kinds of jobs — where precision masking, the right primers, and a clean, controlled spray make the difference between a short-term touch-up and a finish that lasts for years.


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Why Aluminium Fence Spraying Is So Popular Now

Over the last few years, repainting aluminium fences has become one of the most requested services on the Gold Coast.
Instead of removing or replacing perfectly good materials, homeowners are realising that professional repainting achieves the same visual impact at a fraction of the cost.

Aluminium fencing — whether slatted, tubular, or panel style — can last decades if maintained properly.
The metal itself rarely fails.
It’s the powder coat layer that fades, chalks, or discolours in the sun.

Spraying allows us to restore that factory look, modernise the colour, and protect the metal underneath — without cutting, grinding, or replacing panels.


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Step-by-Step: How We Spray Aluminium Fencing

1. Cleaning and Degreasing

We start with a thorough clean using wax and grease remover to eliminate contaminants.
Fences, like windows, pick up oils, sunscreen residue, and airborne grime that can cause adhesion issues.

2. Sanding

Every surface is sanded to key the metal and remove oxidation.
This step ensures that the primer chemically and mechanically bonds to the aluminium.

3. Masking and Protection

We mask off surrounding areas — walls, plants, tiles, and decking — to prevent overspray.
It’s a signature part of our work; our masking lines are razor-sharp, leaving a finish that looks like it came straight out of the factory.

4. Tack Coat Application

As with window spraying, we apply a light tack coat first.
This base layer provides texture for the next coats to grip, reducing the risk of runs or thick edges.

5. Primer Coats

We use an epoxy primer designed for aluminium.
It seals the surface and prevents corrosion — a key step when transforming fences exposed to coastal air and rain.
Each coat is applied evenly at the correct pressure and flash time for consistent film build.

6. Top Coats – Gloss Black Perfection

The gloss black topcoat is sprayed in multiple passes, building a smooth, deep finish.
Gloss levels are adjusted depending on light conditions, but for this job, we used a high-gloss formulation that reflects surrounding greenery and sky for maximum visual depth.


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The Visual Impact: Why Black Works So Well

When aluminium fencing is painted black, it stops being the focus.
It becomes a frame for everything else — landscaping, render, and architecture.

Black absorbs light, making lines cleaner and edges more refined.
It’s one of the few colours that complements both modern and traditional homes equally well.
Where cream or beige can blend into rendered walls, black fencing defines boundaries with contrast.

The transformation in this video shows exactly that:
The cream fence made the property look washed out; the new black finish anchors it, giving the exterior design structure and balance.


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Why We Don’t Just “Spray and Go”

Plenty of painters will tell you they can “hit it with black and she’ll look good.”
But in truth, aluminium repainting needs proper prep and product compatibility.

Skipping steps like sanding, degreasing, or epoxy priming leads to peeling and chalking within months.
We’ve revisited plenty of DIY and low-budget jobs where the paint simply hadn’t adhered to the original powder coat.

That’s why our process always includes:

Mechanical surface keying

Tack coat and multiple even spray passes

Correct flash times between coats

Protective clear or sealing layers where needed


It’s these details that separate a quick spray job from a factory-quality finish.


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The Science Behind the Finish

Aluminium has a smooth, non-porous surface.
For paint to stick, the surface must be:

Physically abraded for mechanical grip, and

Chemically bonded through primer activation.


That’s where our 2-pack epoxy primer comes in — it provides strong adhesion and long-term corrosion protection.
Then, our polyurethane 2-pack topcoat locks in durability with UV-resistant chemistry.

Combined, they produce a system thickness of around 60–100 microns DFT, ensuring both coverage and flexibility to handle heat expansion in Gold Coast conditions.


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Why Homeowners Are Repainting Fences Instead of Replacing Them

Replacing aluminium fencing is costly and wasteful.
New panels can easily exceed $250 per metre installed, whereas professional repainting costs a fraction of that — with minimal disruption and waste.

Plus, repainting allows homeowners to:

Choose any custom colour (Monument, Surfmist, or custom black variants)

Match fences to new window frame colours or garage doors

Refresh old properties before sale or renovation


Many of our customers across Mudgeeraba, Nerang, Robina, Burleigh, Palm Beach, Currumbin, and Southport repaint their fences as part of broader exterior makeovers.


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Locations We Service

We handle aluminium fence spraying right across the Gold Coast and surrounding regions:

Southern suburbs – Currumbin, Palm Beach, Burleigh Heads, Elanora, Tugun

Central suburbs – Broadbeach, Mermaid Waters, Robina, Varsity Lakes, Reedy Creek

Northern suburbs – Southport, Labrador, Helensvale, Coomera, Arundel, Oxenford, Parkwood

Hinterland – Mudgeeraba, Worongary, Tallai, Bonogin, Maudsland


Our mobile spraying setup allows us to bring the same professional finish to homes, body corporates, and commercial sites.


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FAQs About Aluminium Fence Painting

Q: Does the paint protect against corrosion?
Yes. The epoxy primer seals the metal and prevents oxidation, especially important near salt air.

Q: Can you paint both sides of the fence?
Absolutely. We spray all visible faces and edges for a uniform finish.

Q: How long does it last?
With proper preparation, our system provides long-term durability, with fences still looking sharp many years later.

Q: What if my fence has surface rust?
We sand back to clean metal and use rust converters or filler primers as needed before spraying.

Q: Can I choose a different colour instead of black?
Of course — although black remains the most popular, colours like Monument, Surfmist, and Ironstone are also available.


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The RepaintPro Difference

We’ve been spraying metal for generations.
Our background in automotive-style refinishing gives us the control and precision most painters don’t have.

Factory-quality finishes on aluminium, steel, and Colorbond

Fully licensed and insured (QBCC)

Local family business with more than a century of experience across four generations

Fast, clean, professional service from start to finish


We’re not here to sell you anything — we’re here to solve the problem of what to do with old, faded aluminium that no longer matches your home.


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Why This Matters for Curb Appeal

The difference between an old cream fence and a new gloss black one is more than colour.
It’s presentation.
It’s visual consistency.
It’s that final, cohesive element that makes the rest of the property feel finished.

When neighbours or potential buyers walk past, that fence tells a story about care and quality — without saying a word.


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Final Thoughts

Aluminium fencing doesn’t need to be replaced to look brand new.
With the right prep, epoxy primer, and polyurethane topcoat, it can be completely transformed on-site.

Our latest video shows exactly how — smooth, glossy, and seamless from every angle.
The results speak for themselves.

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