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If you live in Tameside and your uPVC windows look faded, chalky, or just plain outdated, you don’t need to replace them. Professional spray painting gives you a factory-fresh colour at a fraction of replacement cost, with barely any disruption to your home.
At Sprayed Tech Solutions, we’re based in Hyde, right in the heart of Tameside. We carry out uPVC window and door spraying across the whole borough, from Ashton-under-Lyne and Droylsden to Stalybridge, Dukinfield, Mossley, and beyond.
This page covers everything Tameside homeowners need to know about uPVC window spraying, what it is, how it works, how much it costs, and which areas we cover in detail.
Why So Many Tameside Homes Need uPVC Window Spraying
Tameside has a large number of terraced and semi-detached homes, many built in the late Victorian era and through the 20th century. When uPVC windows were fitted across these properties in the 1980s, 90s, and 2000s, the most common choice was standard white or brown woodgrain-effect frames.
Those frames are now 15 to 30 years old. And uPVC doesn’t age invisibly.
Here’s what happens to uPVC over time in a climate like Tameside’s:
- Fading and yellowing: white uPVC turns yellow-grey, especially on south-facing elevations that get the most sun exposure
- Chalking: the surface breaks down and leaves a powdery residue when you run your hand across it
- Oxidation: brown woodgrain frames lose their depth and go a flat, washed-out colour
- Peeling and blistering: previous DIY paint attempts or factory colour coatings start to fail
- Looking outdated: beige, brown, and plain white frames no longer match modern colour preferences like anthracite grey or chartwell green
All of these problems are fixable through professional spraying. You get a new colour, a fresh surface, and a coating built to last, without ripping out structurally sound frames.
A very common situation in Tameside: Homeowners in Hyde, Ashton, and Droylsden who searched for “uPVC window spraying near me” and found us. Their frames were sound but badly faded. Within two days, the house looked completely different, without a single window being removed.
Areas We Cover Across Tameside
We’re based in Hyde, Newton, which puts us right in the centre of Tameside. This means fast response times, local knowledge, and no travel surcharges across the borough. Here are the main areas we serve:
Hyde & Newton, SK14, SK13: Our home base. We carry out uPVC spraying projects across Hyde regularly, from terraced streets to larger detached homes. Quick turnaround guaranteed.
Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6, OL7: One of our busiest areas. Large number of semi-detached and terraced homes with ageing white uPVC frames looking for a colour update.
Droylsden, M43: We cover the full Droylsden area including residential streets close to the border with Manchester. Anthracite grey and chartwell green are popular colour choices here.
Stalybridge, SK15: Many older terraced and Victorian properties in Stalybridge with timber-effect uPVC that’s faded badly. We restore these to a clean, modern finish.
Dukinfield, SK16: Close to Hyde, we cover Dukinfield regularly. Front door resprays and window frame spraying are among the most common jobs in this area.
Mossley, OL5: Stone-built properties in Mossley often benefit enormously from carefully chosen window colours. Chartwell green and slate grey look excellent against stone.
Longdendale, SK14: Covering the Longdendale valley including Mottram, Broadbottom, and Hollingworth. We handle rural and semi-rural properties across the eastern edge of Tameside.
Audenshaw & Denton, OL6: On the western edge of Tameside bordering Stockport and Manchester. We cover both areas fully, no issue with location.
Not sure if we cover your exact street? Call us on 07851 890 963 and we’ll confirm immediately. If you’re in or near Tameside, the answer is almost certainly yes.
What uPVC Surfaces We Spray in Tameside
We don’t just spray window frames. Here’s the full range of uPVC and exterior surfaces we cover across Tameside properties:
- uPVC window frames, casement, sash-style, bay windows, and tilt-and-turn units
- uPVC front doors, including panel inserts, frames, and surrounds
- Composite doors, resprayed to any RAL colour with a durable factory finish
- Bifold and patio doors, full frame and panel spraying
- Garage doors, steel, GRP, and timber-effect uPVC garage doors
- Conservatories, full frame spraying including roof bar profiles and door frames
- Fascias and soffits, sprayed to match your new window and door colour
- Guttering and downpipes, often overlooked but very visible from the street
Most popular combination in Tameside: Window frames, front door, and fascias all sprayed at the same time. Doing everything together means perfect colour matching across the whole front elevation, and often works out more cost-effective than separate jobs.
Our uPVC Spraying Process: What Happens on the Day
We follow the same professional process on every job in Tameside. There are no shortcuts. Here’s exactly what to expect:
Step 1: Free inspection and suitability check We visit your property, check every unit for warping, water ingress, cracking, and structural condition. We only spray surfaces that are suitable, if yours aren’t, we tell you honestly and explain your options.
Step 2: Remove all existing silicone All silicone seals around windows and doors are carefully removed. Paint does not bond to silicone, leaving it in place causes the finish to peel back from edges within months.
Step 3: Full masking of glazing and surrounding areas Every pane of glass, wall area, and internal surface is masked with tape and protective sheeting before any spraying begins. We leave the property exactly as we found it.
Step 4: Scotching, mechanical key preparation All uPVC surfaces are lightly abraded to create a mechanical key. This is critical for long-term adhesion of the polyurethane coating. No key, no lasting finish.
Step 5: Surface cleaning with panel wipe All surfaces are cleaned thoroughly with a professional panel wipe solution to remove any dust, oil, grease, or environmental contamination before any paint is applied.
Step 6: Dust coat application A thin, light dust coat is applied first. This creates a bonding layer and allows us to spot any surface reactions or defects before the main coat goes on.
Step 7: Main coat, HMG Nisocoat polyurethane The main topcoat, HMG Nisocoat solvent-based polyurethane, is applied evenly to all surfaces. This professional-grade exterior coating bonds chemically to the uPVC and is built to handle UV, rain, temperature changes, and daily wear.
Step 8: Drying, de-masking, and colour-matched silicone After drying we carefully remove all masking and apply fresh colour-matched silicone seals. The result is a clean, factory-like finish with no visible tape lines or overspray.
Popular uPVC Colours for Tameside Homes
We use RAL colour codes on every job — which means your chosen colour is mixed and matched precisely. Here are the most popular choices among Tameside homeowners right now:
- Anthracite Grey, RAL 7016: the most requested colour across all of Tameside. Works brilliantly on rendered and modern-looking homes, and is increasingly popular on traditional red brick terraces in Ashton and Hyde.
- Chartwell Green, RAL 6021: growing fast. A soft, heritage sage green that looks stunning on Victorian and stone properties in Stalybridge and Mossley.
- Slate Grey, RAL 7015: a slightly softer, warmer grey than anthracite. Good choice for older semi-detached properties where a very dark colour might look too stark.
- Cream, RAL 9001: classic choice for older terraces. Warmer and more interesting than plain white, without straying too far from the original tone.
- Jet Black, RAL 9005: bold and contemporary. Increasingly popular on properties with light render or modern extensions.
- Existing colour match: if your frames are the right colour but the finish has faded, we can identify and match the existing RAL code exactly and restore them.
Not sure which colour suits your property? When we visit for the free assessment, we can advise on colour choice based on your brickwork, your street, and your preferences.
Spraying vs Replacement: The Honest Comparison
Many Tameside homeowners come to us having already been quoted for full window replacement. When they see the comparison, the decision becomes obvious.
| uPVC Spraying | Full Replacement | |
| Cost | From £120 per window | 3–5x more expensive |
| Time to finish | 1–3 days | Several weeks including delivery |
| Disruption | Minimal — units stay in place | Major, frames removed, draughts, mess |
| Waste | None — existing frames kept | Old frames scrapped |
| Colour options | Any RAL colour | Any RAL colour |
| Finish quality | Factory-like sprayed finish | New units |
| Suitable for | Structurally sound frames | Warped, cracked, or failed seals |
| Guarantee | Signed workmanship guarantee | Manufacturer warranty on units |
The bottom line: If your frames are structurally sound, no warping, no failed seals, no water damage, spraying will give you the same visual result as replacement at a fraction of the cost. We check suitability for free before we quote. If replacement is genuinely the right answer for your windows, we’ll tell you that too.
How Much Does uPVC Window Spraying Cost in Tameside?
Prices depend on the number of units, the size of the job, the colour change complexity, and any prep work required. Here are typical starting price ranges:
- Single window, from £120 to £250 per unit
- Composite door, from £250 to £450 including prep
- Garage door, from £400 to £700 single door
- Full house exterior, from £2,000, subject to survey
Every quote from us is written, itemised, and comes with no hidden charges. You’ll know exactly what you’re getting and what you’re paying before we start a single thing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does uPVC window spraying last?
A professionally applied polyurethane finish typically lasts 10 or more years with normal maintenance. We use HMG Nisocoat, a solvent-based exterior coating with UV resistance built in. This is very different from DIY aerosol paint, which may start failing within a year or two.
Do you need planning permission to change your window colour in Tameside?
In most cases, no. Changing the colour of existing windows does not require planning permission for standard residential properties. However, if your property is in a conservation area, parts of Stalybridge and older areas of Ashton have conservation designations, you should check with Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council before proceeding. We can advise on this during the assessment visit.
How long does the job take?
Most residential jobs in Tameside are completed within one to three days. A single front door can be done in a day. A full house with multiple windows, a door, and fascias typically takes two to three days. Touch dry occurs within 24 hours, and full cure takes 48–72 hours.
Can you spray windows on a semi-detached house if the neighbours share the same frames?
Yes, but we’d recommend having a conversation with your neighbour beforehand. If frames are shared or adjacent, we can mask and protect the neighbour’s side entirely. Many neighbours end up requesting the same service once they see the result, we can often quote both properties at the same visit.
Do I need to be home while the spraying is done?
We ask that someone is home at the start of the job for access and to confirm the scope of work. Once we’ve started, you don’t need to stay. We work around you and leave the property clean and tidy at the end of each day.
Can you match the colour of my existing door or windows?
Yes. We use RAL colour codes for precise matching. If you know the RAL reference of your existing colour, we’ll match it exactly. If you don’t know the code, we can identify it during the inspection visit.
What if my windows have failed seals or misted glazing?
Spraying covers the frame and external surfaces only. Failed or misted sealed units are a separate issue, the glass panels would need replacing regardless of whether you respray or replace the frames. We can advise on this and point you in the right direction for glazing unit replacement if needed.
Are you based locally in Tameside?
Yes, we’re based in Hyde, Newton, which is right in the centre of Tameside. We’re not a national company dispatching contractors from elsewhere. When you call us, you speak to the people who will actually do the work on your home.
