The Coastal Climate Conundrum: Painting Aluminium Window Frames in Lake Macquarie
Lake Macquarie has a beautiful coastal environment. But this salt-laden seaside climate poses unique challenges for painters working on aluminium window frames in the area. Procover Painting has over 14 years of experience adapting our techniques to withstand the corrosive effects of sun, humidity, and sea spray.
The Lake Macquarie Climate: A Painter's Nightmare
The Lake Macquarie climate packs a triple threat for exterior painters:
- We average over 300 sunny days annually. This extreme UV radiation degrades paint quickly compared to less consistently sunny places. Dark colours absorb more sunlight and heat, too, fading faster.
- High humidity – moisture in the air causes metal to rust more rapidly. Our paint systems include corrosion inhibitors.
- Salt spray – sea breezes carry salt, which builds up on surfaces. We wash thoroughly with fresh water before painting.
We’ve seen first hand how this climate impacts aluminium window frames. Paint tends to fail quickly near the coast. But there are solutions for painters in Lake Macquarie.
Procover's Coastal Paint Systems Stand the Test of Time
Over the past 14 years, we’ve developed specialized paint processes and premium products to withstand the harsh conditions of the Lake Macquarie area.
Here is what we do differently when painting aluminium window frames near the ocean:
- Start with Clean Metal – We use a salt-removing solution and pressure clean with fresh water. Removing salt spray buildup improves adhesion.
- Primer – We apply an etching zinc-rich primer to boost corrosion resistance.
- Industrial Coatings – Our topcoat paint includes UV blockers and corrosion inhibitors tested to 500+ hours of salt spray exposure.
- Inspect Annually – We offer discounted annual inspections to catch any problems early.
Our aluminium window frame paint jobs have lasted over 10 years despite the area’s coastal punishment. We provide a custom 5-year warranty against chipping, flaking, and fading.
Real Client Story: John’s Beach House Windows
John owns a holiday house with aluminium window frames just one street from the beach at Blacksmiths. After three years, his window frames started showing signs of paint failure with flaking around the edges.
We sanded back the compromised paint, washed repeatedly with salt remover and fresh water, and then applied our coastal-grade system. That was five years ago, and John’s frames still look immaculate despite copping sea spray most days.
Our industrial coatings exceed durability expectations even in harsh environments. John saves money by having to repaint less often..
Protect Your Coastal Investment with Procover
Painting aluminium window frames properly is crucial to durability in Lake Macquarie’s harsh coastal conditions. Don’t settle for substandard paint products or preparation — the climate here eats away at inadequately protected surfaces.
With over 550 happy customers in Lake Macquarie, Procover Painting has proven processes to help your home stand the test of time.
Request a Free Quote to protect your coastal asset. Or call 0430823631 to speak with Harry and the team.
FAQ
FAQ About Painting Aluminium Window Frames in Lake Macquarie
Every 5-7 years is the best practice for most coastal homes to avoid paint failure. We offer 5-15 year warranty options.
Enamel paint provides better colour durability. However, when applied correctly, powder coating is more protective in coastal conditions. Discuss your options with your painter.
- Wash salt spray build-up regularly, inspect paint annually, fix problems immediately, and use reliable UV/corrosion-resistant products
Consider using zinc or Colorbond steel roofing, Merbau timber decking, or brick/stone masonry. Ensure proper drainage from gutters.
