Guides
Spraying guides
Plain answers to the questions people ask before booking: what spraying costs, whether your windows and doors suit it, how long it lasts and how to look after it.
Costs
Costs
What spraying costs, what affects the price and how it compares with replacing.
How much does uPVC spraying cost?uPVC spraying with EAL starts from £50 a window and £150 a door. What affects the price, respray vs replace costs and how to get an accurate quote.Read the guide
How much does a kitchen respray cost?Kitchen cabinet spraying with EAL starts from £650, against £6,000 to £15,000+ for a new kitchen. What affects the price and which doors spray well.Read the guide
How much does a garage door respray cost?Garage door spraying with EAL starts from £150. Single vs double door costs, steel, GRP and timber doors, rust, and respray vs replacing the door.Read the guide
Is it right for me?
Is it right for me?
Whether your windows and doors can be sprayed, and how long the finish lasts.
Spraying vs replacing uPVC windowsSpraying uPVC windows starts from £50 each against £300 to £1,000 to replace. Compare cost, disruption, waste and energy efficiency, and when new windows win.Read the guide
Can you paint uPVC windows?Yes, uPVC windows can be painted, but the finish depends on preparation. How DIY painting compares with professional spraying, and when a respray makes sense.Read the guide
Can you spray a composite door?Yes, composite doors can be resprayed in any colour. How it's done, warranty points to check, DIY painting vs spraying, and EAL prices from £180.Read the guide
How long does sprayed uPVC last?Sprayed uPVC has an expected lifespan of 10 to 15 years if maintained. Why sprays peel, what shortens paint life and how to look after the finish.Read the guide
Care & rules
Care & rules
Looking after a sprayed finish, permissions and fire doors.
How to look after sprayed uPVCHow to clean and care for sprayed uPVC windows, doors and garage doors: what to use, what to avoid and a simple yearly check.Read the guide
Do you need permission to change your window colour?Most houses don't need planning permission to spray windows a new colour. When conservation areas, Article 4, listed buildings and leases apply.Read the guide
Can fire doors be painted?Fire doors can usually be painted within the maker's guidance. What must stay clear, the responsible person's role and what spraying does not do.Read the guide
Colours
Colour guides
Pick a colour with confidence before you book.
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