Can you paint new uPVC doors?

Should you paint a uPVC front door? Technically, you can paint uPVC, but you shouldn't paint uPVC as it goes against what it was designed for. uPVC was designed to be low maintenance and be resistant to the elements and weathering without the need to paint.

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A common question that we get asked is - can you paint uPVC doors and windows?

The short answer is - yes, uPVC doors can be painted IF it's done the right way. Should you paint a uPVC door - no, because uPVC wasn't designed to be painted.

Why do you want to paint your uPVC door?

Before you go ahead, ask yourself, why do you want to paint your uPVC door:

Did you inherit the doors and windows when you bought the house?

Do you not like someone else's choice of colour?

Are you tired of the colour you chose 15 years ago and want a design refresh in a contemporary colour?

Do the doors and windows look tired and shabby?

Are they miscoloured or faded?

Has the white door gone a shade of yellow that looks like cream left out in the sun?

For any of these answers, it might be time to consider replacing the door.

Would a different door be a better choice?

Instead of painting the uPVC it might be a better option to consider investing in a new door. The technology and production of uPVC have advanced and uPVC doors today are much better quality than what was produced 30 years ago at the rise of uPVC popularity. If the door has faded or discoloured this is a sign of cheap uPVC that hasn't worn well and the reality is that painting over a worn-out door is not the best way to solve the problem. You will just end up with a shabby door that has a coat of paint on it and unless you can get a perfect finish, it could look worse. If you want to stay in your house, considering a new front door in the style and colour that you want could be a better investment for the long-term. If you're thinking of selling the house, then also consider that well-maintained windows and doors are a key decision factor for a house buyer. Unless your uPVC door is painted with a seamless and professional finish it could devalue the house and potentially turn off would-be buyers.