A fresh coat of paint is one of the ways you can spruce up your home exteriors. But before you take on this project, it’s important to decide whether painting your vinyl windows is a good idea. After all, their current colors may not complement the color palette you are trying to incorporate. Continue reading to find out if you can paint vinyl windows.
Quick Answer: Yes, You Can
It is technically possible to paint your vinyl windows, but it comes with certain risks that can lead to issues in the long run. To begin with, the color of the vinyl windows are baked into the material, allowing for a sleek, glossy finish that makes it less vulnerable to minor scratches and dings. The same finish is what makes this task difficult, as a coat of paint won’t easily adhere to the vinyl surfaces. Even if it does, the paint will flake or peel off later. Prepping the vinyl surfaces first through sanding should do the trick.
The type of color you choose to paint your vinyl windows can affect the material’s structural makeup as well. Using dark-colored paint, for instance, can increase the chances of the window warping upon exposure to the sun’s heat. That’s one reason why vinyl windows come in lighter or neutral colors, which are known to reflect heat better than their darker counterparts.
Investing in Window Replacement
Painting your vinyl windows is possible, but it won’t be worth the cost. Rather than deal with a wide range of pitfalls, from non-adherence of paint to voided warranty coverage, replacing them with high-quality replacement units from Renewal by Andersen® is a more sensible option.
One reason is the framing material, which is made of Fibrex®, a revolutionary composite material known for its durability and low maintenance requirements. It combines reclaimed wood fibers with thermoplastic polymers, resulting in a material that is impervious to warping. Available in a wide selection of beautiful colors, these windows can match well with any home exterior palette.
Turn to Renewal by Andersen of Sacramento for high-quality Fibrex windows and see the difference when compared with your current vinyl windows. To learn more, give us a call at (916) 779-5800, or fill out our online form for a free consultation. We serve clients in Roseville, CA, and the surrounding communities.
