uPVC spraying FAQs
Straight answers about spraying uPVC, doors, kitchens and more. Can't see yours? Just ask.
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Cost and prices
How much will it cost?
Prices start from £50 per uPVC window, £150 for a uPVC door, £180 for a composite door, £150 for a garage door, £250 for fascias, £350 for cladding and £650 for kitchen cabinets. Commercial work starts from £125 for a fire door and £300 for a shopfront. The more you do in one visit, the lower the price per item, and a single small item costs a little more. No VAT is added. Send a photo for a free quote.
How much does a full house respray cost?
It's priced per item: windows from £50, doors from £150, garage doors from £150 and fascias from £250. Doing everything in one visit brings the price per item down. Send photos of each side of the house for a free quote.
What affects the price?
How many items, their size, their condition (peeling paint or rust takes longer to prepare), access and height, and how far we travel from Milton Keynes.
Is scaffolding included in the price?
If a job needs scaffold or access equipment, that cost is shown in your quote upfront. Single-storey work can often be reached from ladders or towers.
Do your prices include VAT?
EAL Spray Finishes isn't VAT registered, so there's no VAT added on top of your quote.
Do you take a deposit?
Yes, a 10% deposit secures your date, and the rest is paid when the job is finished (commercial customers have 14 days). We take card (cash can be discussed). Full terms are on our terms page.
Is spraying cheaper than replacing?
Usually by a long way. Window spraying starts from £50, while new uPVC windows typically cost £300 to £1,000 each fitted (typical UK market figures). Your old frames don't go to landfill either.
How far do you travel?
Small jobs within about 37 miles of Milton Keynes, including Bletchley, Newport Pagnell, Buckingham, Leighton Buzzard, Aylesbury, Bedford and Northampton, and reaching as far as Oxford and into Hertfordshire. Beyond that we travel further for whole-house resprays and commercial work.
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Durability
Do you offer a guarantee?
Yes, a 12-month workmanship guarantee. Covers the paint failing, such as peeling or flaking, for 12 months after the job. It doesn't cover damage caused afterwards, such as knocks, scratches or harsh cleaning. Ethan writes the guarantee on your quote, so you have it in writing.
How long does the spray finish last?
The paint has an expected lifespan of 10–15 years when it's maintained correctly. That's the paint's expected life, not a guarantee. Ethan uses a professional 2K (two-pack) paint system, sprayed over a cleaned, keyed and primed surface. The workmanship is covered separately by a 12-month workmanship guarantee.
Will it peel or flake?
Not when it's done properly. Every surface is cleaned, keyed and primed before spraying, which is what makes the finish bond. Peeling almost always comes from poor preparation or DIY paint.
Does spraying change energy efficiency?
No. Your glass, seals and frames stay exactly as they are; only the colour and finish change.
When is spraying not the right choice?
If frames are cracked or warped, or the sealed units have misted or failed, spraying won't fix that. Draughts and broken hinges need a window repair company. We'll tell you honestly if replacement is the better option.
Are dark colours OK on uPVC?
Yes. Anthracite grey and black are among the most requested colours. Dark colours absorb more heat in direct sun, so mention very sunny elevations when you ask for a quote.
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Process and aftercare
How quickly will I get a quote?
Ethan replies to every quote request within 24–48 hours. Sending clear photos on WhatsApp or the quote form is the quickest way to get an accurate price.
What happens on spray day?
Surfaces are cleaned and degreased, keyed, masked (glass, seals and surrounding brickwork), primed and sprayed, then de-masked and tidied up.
How long does the spraying take?
A house with four windows and a front door usually takes a day or two on site. Bigger homes and commercial jobs take longer, and Ethan gives you the timing for your job on your written quote. Spraying needs dry weather and temperatures above about 5°C, and each coat needs time to dry, so cold or damp days can add time.
What surfaces can you spray?
uPVC, composite, aluminium, steel, timber, GRP (fibreglass), MDF and laminate. That covers uPVC windows, front and back doors, composite doors, patio and bi-fold doors, conservatories and porches, garage doors, fascias, soffits and gutters, cladding, kitchen cabinets, furniture and wardrobes, garden rooms and sheds, meter boxes and small items, shopfronts and aluminium, curtain walling, fire doors and metal and steel doors. Glass, seals and brickwork are masked, not sprayed, and cracked, swollen or rotten surfaces need repairing first.
Do I need to move out or stay in?
Neither. We spray from outside, mask everything and you carry on as normal. Windows and doors can usually be used again the same day once touch dry.
What if I need to postpone or cancel?
If bad weather stops the job, we rearrange the date at no extra cost. Postponing with less than 24 hours' notice costs half the deposit, and cancelling with less than 24 hours' notice means the deposit isn't refunded. If we have to cancel, you get your deposit back unless we agree a new date.
Can you spray in winter?
We need dry weather and temperatures above about 5°C. In winter we plan around the forecast and may move your date if it's too cold or wet.
Can I spray uPVC myself?
You can, but the finish depends on preparation and conditions. Industry sources report DIY paint failing within 6 to 12 months, usually because the surface wasn't cleaned, keyed and primed properly.
How do I clean sprayed frames?
Use mild soapy water and a soft cloth once the paint has fully cured. Avoid solvent cleaners, scouring pads, uPVC restorer creams and pressure washers held close up.
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Colours
Can you spray any colour?
Yes, any RAL or British Standard colour. Anthracite grey (RAL 7016) is the most requested, followed by black, white and greens.
Can you change brown or woodgrain windows to grey or white?
Yes. Rosewood and woodgrain to anthracite grey, black or white is one of the most common changes. The embossed grain can still show faintly under a solid colour.
RAL 7016 or RAL 7021: what's the difference?
Anthracite grey (RAL 7016) is a mid-dark grey with a cool blue undertone. Black grey (RAL 7021) is darker and reads close to black from the street.
What front door colour goes with anthracite windows?
Black (RAL 9005), matching anthracite, or a contrast such as a deep red, green or cream all work well.
Matt, satin or gloss?
All three are available. Satin is a popular middle ground, matt looks modern but shows marks more, and gloss wipes cleanest.
Can I see the colour before you spray?
Yes. Tell Ethan the colour you have in mind, such as a grey, green or cream, and he'll show you all the RAL shades in that colour family so you can pick the exact one. You can try the online colour visualiser first, but screen colours are only a guide.
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Permission and leases
Do I need permission to change my window colour?
Usually not. If you live in a listed building, a conservation area, a flat or a managed estate, check with the council or your management company first.
I'm in a conservation area. Do I need consent?
Possibly. Article 4 directions can remove permitted development rights, and listed buildings need listed building consent. Check with your council before changing colours.
I'm a leaseholder. Can I change my window colour?
Check your lease and your freeholder or management company first. Many leases control the outside appearance of a building.
Will spraying void my window or door warranty?
Check with your installer or door maker, as some warranties exclude painting. Frames old enough to need a respray are often already out of warranty.
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Landlords and commercial
Can you respray a rental property or HMO?
Yes. Exterior work doesn't need tenants to move out, and we can quote across several items, properties or a whole block, including communal doors, bin stores and louvres.
Does spraying a fire door affect its rating?
Painting is allowed within the door maker's guidance: thin coats, with intumescent strips, smoke seals, hinges and labels kept clear. Spraying is cosmetic only. It doesn't inspect, repair or certify a fire door, so check with your fire risk assessor if you're unsure.
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