Colonial & French-Style Aluminium Window Painting Currumbin Valley | RepaintPro

Colonial & French-Style Aluminium Window Painting Currumbin Valley | RepaintPro

Repainting Colonial Aluminium Windows in Currumbin Valley

Currumbin Valley is one of the Gold Coast’s most unique suburbs. It blends coastal proximity with lush hinterland scenery, where family homes, acreage properties, and lifestyle retreats sit among rolling hills and rainforest backdrops. Many of these homes still feature colonial or French-style aluminium windows — frames with narrow bars that divide each pane into smaller grids.

These windows once symbolised elegance, but when left in outdated cream or bronze, or when the original powder coat fades and chalks, they can make an otherwise beautiful Currumbin Valley property feel dated. Replacing them is not only disruptive and costly, it’s unnecessary.

At RepaintPro, we specialise in repainting colonial aluminium windows and doors, using precision masking and HVLP spraying techniques that restore them to a factory-new look. For Currumbin Valley homeowners, repainting is the smart way to preserve traditional charm while upgrading to a modern, durable finish.


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Why Colonial & French-Style Aluminium Windows Are Different

Colonial aluminium windows are instantly recognisable — multiple thin bars, often called “mullions” or “colonial grids,” crossing each pane of glass. They create a timeless, decorative style, but they come with challenges when it comes to repainting.

Unlike plain aluminium windows, which have four straight edges, colonial windows can have dozens of bars per frame. Each one must be prepared, primed, masked, and sprayed carefully.

Where many painters cut corners by laying tape over the bars, spraying across, and peeling later (leading to jagged, inconsistent lines), we mask around each bar individually. This takes longer, but it ensures:

Sharp, clean edges around every grid.

Even spray coverage on narrow bars.

A factory-finish look that doesn’t peel or bleed.


This is what makes colonial work a true test of a painter’s skill — and why Currumbin Valley homeowners call RepaintPro when they want it done right.


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Our Colonial Aluminium Window Painting Process

Every successful colonial repaint follows a step-by-step system. Here’s how we achieve factory-quality results in Currumbin Valley homes.

1. Initial Inspection

We start by inspecting your frames:

Condition of the powder coat (chalky, peeling, or stable).

Any silicone residue or contaminants.

Site access (single-storey vs multi-storey, ladders or scaffolding).

Number of colonial bars per window, so we can plan masking time.


2. Cleaning & Decontamination

Aluminium frames often accumulate contaminants like silicone from sealants, grease, and natural oils. We:

Use wax and grease removers to strip contaminants.

Apply the two-rag method — one rag applies, one lifts.

Ensure frames are completely clean and ready for sanding.


3. Mechanical Sanding

Sanding creates a key for primers to bond. For colonial bars, this is meticulous:

Orbital sanders on wider sections.

Hand sanding and abrasive pads for narrow colonial grids.

Every bar is scuffed so the entire surface has a keyed finish.


4. Masking Around the Bars

This is the make-or-break step for colonial frames. We:

Mask around every individual bar with specialist tapes.

Avoid “bridging” tape across panes, which causes torn lines.

Protect the glass fully for clean edges.


It’s slower, but it guarantees the razor-sharp results that colonial windows demand.

5. Priming

Residential colonial frames: single-pack all-surface primers designed for aluminium.

Commercial colonial/shopfront frames: 2-pack epoxy primers for maximum adhesion.

DFT (Dry Film Thickness): 30–40 microns per coat, 2 coats applied for 60–80 microns total.


6. Spraying Topcoats

We spray multiple thin coats using HVLP (High Volume Low Pressure) systems:

Even coverage on narrow bars.

No brush marks or streaks.

Smooth, factory-like finish.

Each coat builds ~25–35 microns DFT, totalling ~100 microns for durability.


7. Tape Removal & Detailing

Tape is removed at the perfect time, revealing:

Crisp edges along every bar.

Clean glass with no overspray.

A finish indistinguishable from brand-new frames.



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Why Repainting Beats Replacement in Currumbin Valley

Replacing colonial aluminium windows is disruptive, costly, and often unnecessary. Repainting offers several advantages:

Cost Savings – A fraction of the price of replacement.

Less Disruption – No ripping out frames or glass.

Eco-Friendly – Keeps usable frames out of landfill.

Colour Choice – Modern palettes far beyond the original bronze or cream.

Fast Results – Completed far quicker than manufacturing and installing new windows.


For Currumbin Valley acreage homes or hillside properties, repainting also avoids the challenges of replacing frames in difficult-to-access spots.


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Popular Colours for Colonial Windows in Currumbin Valley

Homeowners in Currumbin Valley often choose colours that blend traditional charm with modern appeal:

Gloss Black / Monument – Striking and timeless, a favourite for acreage properties.

Pearl White / Surfmist – Clean, coastal-inspired tones that brighten interiors.

Soft Greys & Silver Tones – Contemporary and versatile, pairing well with both light and dark exteriors.


By shifting to these modern tones, colonial windows become a feature again, not a liability.


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Residential vs Commercial Colonial Frames

Residential in Currumbin Valley – Single-pack primers and topcoats work perfectly for homes, offering durability with minimal disruption.

Commercial – Offices, boutique retail, or medical spaces in and around Currumbin may use colonial designs in shopfronts. These demand 2-pack epoxy primers and polyurethane finishes for maximum resilience in high-use areas.



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Colonial Frames in Currumbin Valley Homes

Currumbin Valley’s housing mix makes colonial windows common across:

Acreage & rural homes – Traditional homesteads and country-style properties with colonial grids.

Renovated farmhouses – Many older homes benefit from colonial repainting during modernisation.

Prestige retreats – Properties that embrace classic style but need modern finishes.

Lifestyle homes – Designed to blend with the valley’s scenery, often featuring colonial or French-style frames.



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FAQs – Colonial Aluminium Window Painting in Currumbin Valley

Q: Can colonial aluminium windows really be repainted?
Yes. With correct preparation, priming, and spraying, they can look brand new.

Q: Do you mask around each bar individually?
Yes. It takes longer, but it’s the only way to achieve crisp, factory-quality edges.

Q: How long will the new paint last?
Many years. All work comes with a 6-year QBCC-backed workmanship warranty.

Q: Can you spray both the inside and outside of colonial frames?
Yes. We regularly repaint both sides for a consistent appearance.

Q: What colours suit colonial homes in Currumbin Valley?
Monument black, pearl white, and greys are the most popular.

Q: Do you also paint screens and doors?
Yes. Security screens, flyscreens, and sliding doors can be sprayed or re-meshed to match.


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Why Currumbin Valley Chooses RepaintPro

Specialists in colonial aluminium repainting – with proven masking and spraying systems.

Experienced – four generations, 100 years in painting.

Factory-style finishes – HVLP spraying delivers flawless results.

Local knowledge – servicing Currumbin Valley and the entire southern Gold Coast.

QBCC licensed & insured – every job backed by accountability and workmanship guarantees.



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The Bottom Line

Colonial and French-style aluminium windows can enhance a home’s charm, but only if they’re maintained. Outdated colours and faded coatings drag properties down, especially in beautiful locations like Currumbin Valley.

RepaintPro brings precision and professionalism to colonial aluminium window repainting, ensuring your frames look sharp, modern, and built to last.

???? Call Steve today on 0403 311 125 for a professional quote on repainting colonial or French-style aluminium windows in Currumbin Valley.


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