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Options for changing colour of uPVC windows

  • 03-02-2022 10:05pm
    #1
    setanta1000
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 196 ✭✭


    Hi,

    In the middle of some rennovation work on the house and the new window and slider door have been delivered (to our agreed spec!) and we now realise that the interior colour is not what we would prefer.

    Realistically what options do we have: a. live with them b. pay the same cost again to get the correct colour c. paint them?

    Anyone any clever options or experiences to share of similar situations......



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  • #2
    i_dont_know
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22 ✭i_dont_know


    Are they uPVC, aluclad, wooden framed?

    There are a few companies that specialise in spraying uPVC frames. It is cheaper than getting completely new frames/windows.

    As for the quality of results, I can't say.

    A quick Google search brings up companies that do this.



  • #3
    setanta1000
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 196 ✭✭setanta1000


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118579098#Comment_118579098

    Many thanks, the windows are uPVC and I did see a number of companies saying they provide the servcice but I wonder about end results - I wonder is it very obvious that they are not original colour or can it look 100% OEM if done right?

    I don't want to make things worse by doing a shoddy job on painting them.



  • #4
    banie01
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,282 ✭✭✭✭banie01


    I've used Frenchic paint on my own uPVC front door. It's a job that requires plenty of prep but when done correctly? IMO gives an excellent finish, it is a lot of work tho.



  • #5
    i_dont_know
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22 ✭i_dont_know


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118582065#Comment_118582065

    I am also in a similar situation, so unfortunately I can't advise on end quality etc. I am looking to change the colour of uPVC frames but as they are relatively new windows I couldn't justify replacing them for new ones.

    The website pictures look OEM quality, but that doesn't really mean anything. Also longevity of the finished result is also a major question. I'm sorry that I couldn't be more help.

    I will keep an eye on this thread for any advice from others.



  • #6
    i_dont_know
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22 ✭i_dont_know


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118582090#Comment_118582090


    Any advice on how the results hold up, or for how long?



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  • #7
    banie01
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,282 ✭✭✭✭banie01


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118608733#Comment_118608733

    18 months in and it still looks near perfect IMO.



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