Real Aluminium Window Spray Painting on the Gold Coast | Behind the Scenes with RepaintPro 

If you’ve ever wondered what really goes into professional aluminium window repainting — this one’s for you.

We’ve put together a video collage of real jobsite footage from around the Gold Coast, including:

✅ Masking in progress ✅ Spraying black primer ✅ Tape removal with razor-sharp lines ❌ And even a clip showing paint from a previous painter peeling off with the tape ????

These clips give you a raw, unfiltered look at the difference between a rushed job and the level of care and process we bring to every spray we do.

This post is packed with insights from a recent series of jobs across Mudgeeraba, Robina, Southport, and Burleigh, and includes suburbs like Ashmore, Reedy Creek, Benowa, and Mermaid Waters — plus some of the myths we’re still hearing in the industry that we think it’s time to bust.

Let’s get into it.

The Job: Repainting Aluminium Windows Across the Gold Coast

In the last few weeks, we’ve had a string of repainting projects for homes with powder-coated aluminium windows that were installed in the 1990s and early 2000s. The original finishes were:

Chalky and oxidised Patchy in colour No longer matching the house exterior

And in most cases, the homeowners were told their only option was full window replacement.

That’s just not true.

With our HVLP spraying system and a proven multi-step surface preparation process, we can bring these windows back to life — for a fraction of the cost of replacing them.

And as you’ll see in the video, the results speak for themselves.

The Prep Work You Don’t See (But Should Know About)

Before we even touch the spray gun, our team completes several hours of prep:

1. Degreasing and Surface Cleaning

Every frame is wiped down using wax and grease remover. This removes:

Airborne contaminants Silicone from past installations Oils from years of handling

We also use brushes and cloths to get into tight corners and corners where buildup hides.

2. Mechanical Abrasion

We sand every frame to break through oxidised powder coating and give our primer something to hold onto. This isn’t just a quick scuff. It’s:

Multiple abrasions by hand and tool Focused work around mitres, edges, and grooves Essential for long-term adhesion

If you skip sanding, your paint is just floating on the surface — and that’s where problems begin.

3. Masking (The Right Way)

We spend serious time protecting:

All window glass Walls, bricks, and render Internal sills and flooring (for inside sprays) Surrounding gardens, decks, and feature walls

We use blue and green edge tape, drop sheets, and pro masking film. This ensures sharp lines and zero overspray, every time.

The Spraying Process – Primer to Topcoat

In the video, you’ll see us spraying black primer on aluminium windows in Mudgeeraba, followed by satin Monument topcoats in other suburbs like Burleigh Waters and Robina.

We use HVLP gear for every frame. It delivers:

Fine atomisation (for that factory-smooth look) Less bounce-back and overspray Cleaner finishes in narrow areas like sliding door tracks and slimline reveals

Black Primer Benefits:

Blocks colour inconsistencies Bonds tight to etched metal Helps reduce topcoat layers Gives early protection against corrosion

It’s not always visible in the final finish, but primer is the foundation of everything we do — and one of the reasons our paint systems last 6–10+ years.

The Truth About Tape Pulls – What You See in the Video

One of the most eye-opening moments in the video is a clip where our masking tape removes the previous painter’s topcoat right off the frame.

No sanding. No primer. No prep.

The paint didn’t fail because of the product — it failed because of the process.

And it’s more common than you’d think. Over the last few months, we’ve seen multiple homes with flaking paint around the sills, sliding door tracks, and corners where painters cut corners — literally and figuratively.

If your painter can’t show you footage of sanding, cleaning, and priming — you should ask why.

MYTHS WE’RE STILL HEARING IN THE INDUSTRY ❌

Let’s set the record straight:

???? “Black paint lasts longer than white”

False. This is a masking shortcut, not a truth about durability. Painters say this so they can get away with spraying onto black rubber seals without masking.

At RepaintPro, we always mask the seals — regardless of colour.

???? “You can’t remove security screens”

Wrong again. We remove and respray screens all the time — and re-mesh them where needed.

Saying it “can’t be done” just means they don’t want to do it.

???? “You only need one finish coat”

Not even close.

We typically apply 2–4 finish coats, depending on the colour and surface type. One coat doesn’t give proper film build and won’t last long.

???? “Windows can’t be sprayed because the glass might break”

We’ve cracked two panes in seven years — both from incorrectly installed screens, not from painting. With proper technique, the glass is perfectly safe.

Why Clients Are Choosing Repainting Over Replacing

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Respraying is 60–80% cheaper than replacing aluminium windows.

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Most jobs are completed in 2–4 days with zero demolition or trades needed.

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From Monument to Pearl White, Surfmist, and even metallic finishes — you can customise your home without changing your frames.

???? Minimal Disruption

We work around your schedule. You don’t even need to be home during the day (in fact, it’s better if you’re out for 4–5 hours during spraying).

???? Instant Curb Appeal

Nothing freshens up a facade like clean, modern aluminium window frames.

Where We Work – Full Gold Coast Coverage

We’ve completed jobs in almost every Gold Coast suburb, including:

Central GC:

Mudgeeraba, Robina, Reedy Creek, Varsity Lakes, Burleigh Heads, Burleigh Waters

Coastal & Canal Homes:

Mermaid Waters, Mermaid Beach, Broadbeach, Broadbeach Waters, Clear Island Waters, Bundall

Hinterland & Elevated Areas:

Worongary, Bonogin, Tallai, Highland Park, Carrara, Nerang

Northern Corridors:

Southport, Ashmore, Benowa, Helensvale, Hope Island, Pacific Pines, Coomera, Pimpama

Brisbane South (for larger jobs):

Springwood, Loganholme, Rochedale, Eight Mile Plains, Mount Gravatt

If you’re unsure whether we service your area, just send us a message — if the job’s big enough, we’ll come to you.

FAQ – Quick Answers

❓ How do I get a quote?

???? Upload photos of your windows through our website or message us directly. Tell us your suburb and what colour you’re after. We’ll send back a full quote (including GST, materials, and any applicable 2-storey fee).

❓ How long does it take?

Most residential jobs take 2–5 days, depending on access and weather.

❓ Can you do upstairs windows?

Yes — for 2-storey jobs, we factor in scaffolding as needed to meet safety regulations and insurance requirements.

❓ What paint do you use?

We use 2-pack polyurethane finishes — the same type used in commercial aluminium manufacturing and shopfronts.

❓ What colours can I choose?

Any! Colorbond favourites include:

Monument Surfmist Woodland Grey Dune Jasper Pearl White Matt Black We also do custom colours and metallic finishes (with 8–15% premiums depending on complexity).

Real Results. Real Videos.

You can watch all of this in action — including the bad tape pull moment — in our new video collage now live on:

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It’s one thing to read about the difference — it’s another to see it in action.

We don’t hide our process. We show it all, because prep is what protects your investment.

How to Book Your Aluminium Window Respray

Ready to bring your windows back to life?

Here’s how to get started:

Take a clear photo of each side of your windows and doors Let us know your suburb Choose your colour (or ask us for advice) We’ll send back a quote that includes: All materials Labour GST 2-storey fees if needed Optional screen respraying

No hidden fees. No generic copy/paste quotes. Just real pricing, from professionals who know what they’re doing.

Final Word – Don’t Settle for Less

If you’re investing in your home, don’t let shortcuts ruin the result.

✅ Don’t fall for myths like “black lasts longer”

✅ Don’t trust painters who skip sanding and priming

✅ And don’t let anyone tell you your windows can’t be resprayed

With proper prep, quality masking, HVLP gear, and trade-grade 2-pack finishes, your aluminium windows can look brand new again — without the cost of replacing them.

Want to see the difference?

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We’ll take care of the rest.