Can Aluminium Windows Be Repainted?

Here’s What Gold Coast Homeowners Really Need to Know

If you’ve ever stood back and looked at your home thinking,

“Everything looks great… except those ugly old aluminium window frames,”

you’re not alone.

Across the Gold Coast — from Mudgeeraba to Mermaid Waters, Robina to Runaway Bay — homeowners are asking the same question:

Can aluminium windows be repainted?

The short answer?

✅ Yes. Absolutely. And it can completely transform your home.

The long answer?

Let’s walk through everything you need to know — from the science behind why it works, to how it’s done properly, and why choosing the right team matters.

We’re RepaintPro, the Gold Coast’s specialists in aluminium window painting. We’ve been doing this for over a decade — and we’re not here to sell you anything.

But we are here to solve the problem of what to do with those ugly windows that don’t match anything anymore!

Why People Ask This Question So Often

We get it. There’s a lot of misinformation out there. You may have heard:

What Gold Coast Homeowners Really Need to Know

We are not here to sell you anything. But we are here to solve the problem of what to do with those ugly windows that don’t match anything anymore!

Coming right up. I’ll type it out in full here, in sections, so it doesn’t get cut off again. Let’s begin with Part 1:

Part 1 of 5 — Introduction & The Real Question Homeowners Ask

If you’re looking at your home and thinking,

“Everything looks great… except for those old aluminium window frames,”

you’re not alone.

It’s one of the most common issues we help homeowners fix across the Gold Coast — from Mudgeeraba and Robina to Mermaid Waters and Southport.

And if you’ve Googled the phrase “Can aluminium windows be painted?” — congratulations, you’re in the right place. This post is designed to give you a complete, no-nonsense answer.

Let’s say it up front:

✅ Yes, aluminium windows can be repainted.

✅ And when it’s done properly — with the right prep, primer, and spray application — they can look even better than the day they were first installed.

But there’s a reason people ask this question so often…

Part 2 of 5 — Why So Many People Are Unsure

There’s a lot of confusion out there. You may have been told:

“Aluminium can’t be painted — it will peel.” “You’d be better off replacing the windows.” “Powder-coated metal can’t be touched.” “Paint won’t last on metal frames.” “You’ll break the glass trying to prep it.”

We hear this all the time. And it’s simply not true — at least not anymore.

The reality is that with modern surface primers, proper abrasion techniques, and HVLP spray application, aluminium becomes one of the best surfaces to repaint. It’s stable, strong, and doesn’t shift like timber.

So why the myth?

Mostly because it used to be hard. Decades ago, no one had a reliable system for repainting powder-coated or anodised frames onsite. But now? With the right prep, it’s one of the most impactful things you can do to update your home.

And no — you don’t need to rip anything out.

No builders. No messy renos. Just pro prep and paint.

Part 3 of 5 — Our Proven System for Painting Aluminium Windows

At RepaintPro, we specialise in onsite aluminium window painting — no removals needed. And it all comes down to one thing: process.

Here’s the 6-step system we use to transform tired, mismatched, cream, silver, or green aluminium frames into fresh modern finishes like Monument, satin black, or Pearl White.

1. Surface Cleaning

We begin with wax and grease remover — breaking down years of:

Dust Silicone residue Oils Environmental build-up Pollutants from roads and nearby ocean spray

This is critical. No clean surface, no adhesion.

2. Mechanical Abrasion

Then we hand-sand and machine-scuff all aluminium surfaces. This helps the primer bond and removes the glossy layer of factory powder-coat.

Even tight grooves and rounded sections are carefully abraded.

3. Precision Masking

We tape off all surrounding walls, render, glass, and screens with professional-grade green masking tape and plastic sheeting.

Even colonial or federation-style windows — with their detailed bar layouts — get the same precise treatment.

Clean lines and tight seals are what we’re known for.

4. Adhesion Primer (LSE Rated)

We apply a specialist low surface energy primer designed for aluminium and powder-coated metals.

This acts as a chemical bridge between the metal and the topcoat.

No flaking. No lifting. Just strong, clean adhesion.

5. Spray Application (HVLP)

We use HVLP (High Volume, Low Pressure) spray guns for factory-style finish with no brush marks.

Unlike airless sprayers, HVLP gives superior control for intricate work like:

Narrow window frames Rounded edges Security screens Bay windows Overhead openings

We usually apply 2 to 4 coats, depending on the colour and finish required.

6. Tape Reveal & Touch-Up

Once the coats are cured, we begin the most satisfying part — tape removal.

Those crisp lines and gloss finishes underneath are what customers love most.

Then we touch up any minor edges and inspect the job for perfect consistency.

What Colours Work Best?

The most popular colours across the Gold Coast include:

???? Monument (Satin or Gloss) – Deep, moody charcoal that suits modern homes

???? Satin Black – Timeless, matches almost anything

???? Pearl White – Crisp, clean and perfect for interiors or Hamptons-style homes

???? Surfmist – A soft, elegant off-white

???? Silver – Brushed aluminium look, often used in commercial properties

???? Metallics – Premium feel, usually requested for architectural jobs

White, silver and metallics often come with a slight premium due to increased coverage requirements and application complexity — but the result is worth it.

What About Powder-Coated Aluminium?

A lot of Gold Coast homes built from the 1980s to the early 2000s have powder-coated aluminium windows in cream, mission brown, rivergum green or primrose.

“Can those be painted?”

Absolutely. We do this every single week.

Powder coat is simply a cured, plastic-like finish baked onto the aluminium at the factory.

We prep it the same way — cleaning, sanding, priming — and the result is flawless.

Can You Paint Colonial or Federation-Style Windows?

Yes — and we love them.

Colonial windows often have:

Multiple small panes of glass Decorative bars or trim Intricate edges requiring careful taping

We use green tape, precision plastic masking, and spray each section with absolute care.

The before and after difference is huge — especially going from faded cream to gloss black.

How Long Does It Last?

Here’s the truth:

When sprayed professionally and properly prepared, repainted aluminium windows last years — even in full coastal conditions.

???? We offer a 6-year workmanship warranty, backed by our QBCC license (Queensland Building and Construction Commission). That means we follow all legal and quality standards set out for painters in Queensland.

But we’ve revisited jobs more than 8.5 years later — and the paint has held up beautifully.

It all comes down to prep and product.

How Long Does It Take?

We’re often asked:

“How long will my job take?”

Most average-sized homes are completed in about one week.

Larger homes or multi-storey projects usually take up to two weeks.

We never rush jobs — especially when:

There are screens to remove and remesh Colonial bars to tape Fencing or garage doors included in the scope

The result is worth the time — and we keep you updated at every stage.

Do I Need to Be Home?

Not necessarily.

Most clients choose to be out of the house during spraying because:

We wear full protective gear Spraying indoors or under cover can be smelly for 4–5 hours It’s more comfortable to be outside or out for the day

We’ll let you know exactly when we’re spraying so you can plan accordingly.

Most of the time, the smell clears quickly after spraying and is safe to re-enter soon after.

What About Flyscreens and Security Screens?

You’ve got two options:

Remove them yourself before we arrive Let us take care of it

We regularly remove, respray and remesh:

Diamond grill screens Flyscreen mesh Screen door frames Side sliders or sliding doors

Matching your screens to your new window colour is one of the best ways to modernise the look.

And yes — screens can absolutely be painted.

Saying otherwise just means someone doesn’t want to do the prep.

Real Gold Coast Projects We’ve Painted

Here’s just a handful of local jobs we’ve completed recently:

???? Mudgeeraba – White primer interior spray on 90s home

???? Robina – Satin Monument repaint with matching garage door

???? Benowa – Gloss black finish on colonial-style front windows

???? Ashmore – Whole house plus security screens in satin black

???? Southport – Slatted fencing + upper-floor windows painted

???? Palm Beach – Tape reveal video of diamond grill security screens

???? Mermaid Waters – Primrose to black transformation

???? Reedy Creek – Pool fencing and windows resprayed to match

???? Clear Island Waters – Metallic finish on bay windows

???? Worongary – Garage doors + side screens in Pearl White

???? Varsity Lakes – Full wrap with surfmist repaint

???? Broadbeach – Two-storey metallic finish requiring scaffold

???? Hope Island – Powder-coat frame repaint with white interior finish

If you live in any of these suburbs — we’ve likely already done a job near you.

FAQs: Just In Case You’re Wondering…

Q: Will the paint flake or peel?

No. Not when it’s done with proper prep, priming and film build.

Q: Can you do doors, screens and fences too?

Yes — we regularly spray:

Aluminium doors Sliding glass doors Diamond grill screens Garage doors Aluminium fencing (same prep system)

Q: What’s the cost?

We don’t list pricing in blog posts — every job is unique.

Just send us:

Photos Your location Colour choice Whether it’s single or double-storey And we’ll quote it fairly (no itemised breakdowns — just an all-in total).

Q: How do I get a quote?

✅ Send a message with your photos

✅ Include location and colour

✅ Let us know if you want screens included

✅ We’ll reply with a full written quote including GST and materials

The Bottom Line

If you’ve been putting up with mismatched, faded, or outdated aluminium window frames — we get it.

You’re not alone.

And yes — you can repaint them. Professionally.

With long-lasting results.

Backed by real warranty.

And without replacing a thing.

We’re RepaintPro — and we’ve built our name on solving this very problem.

Remember:

We’re not here to sell you anything.

But we are here to solve the problem of what to do with those ugly windows that don’t match anything anymore!

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Send us your photos, suburb, and the colour you want. We’ll take care of the rest.

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Mudgeeraba Robina Southport Palm Beach Mermaid Waters Ashmore Broadbeach Varsity Lakes Clear Island Waters Burleigh Hope Island …and everywhere in between.

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