If your home’s exterior is starting to look worn, faded, or outdated, you may think replacing your old clad windows is your only option. The good news is that many aluminum-clad and metal-clad windows can be professionally repainted, giving your home a fresh new appearance while saving thousands of dollars compared to replacement.
At A Affordable Painting, we specialize in restoring older homes throughout Erie by repainting clad windows and completing full exterior house painting projects. Our process helps homeowners protect their investment while dramatically improving curb appeal.
What Are Clad Windows?
Clad windows have a wood interior with an exterior covered in aluminum or another durable metal. They became popular because they require less maintenance than traditional wood windows while offering a classic appearance inside the home.
Over time, however, Colorado’s intense sunshine, snow, hail, and changing temperatures can cause the factory finish to fade, chalk, or lose its original color.
Many homeowners assume replacement is necessary—but in many cases, professional repainting is an excellent alternative.
Why Paint Instead of Replace?
Replacing every window on your home can cost tens of thousands of dollars. If your windows are still structurally sound, refinishing the exterior may be the smarter investment.
Benefits include:
- Save thousands compared to replacement
- Update outdated window colors
- Improve curb appeal
- Protect aluminum-clad surfaces from further weathering
- Match newly painted siding and trim
- Increase your home’s value
Professional preparation and the correct coatings are essential for achieving a durable finish.
Complete Exterior House Painting Creates a Like-New Appearance
Many homeowners choose to repaint their windows at the same time they repaint the rest of their home’s exterior.
A complete exterior painting project may include:
- Siding
- Trim
- Fascia
- Soffits
- Doors
- Garage doors
- Shutters
- Clad windows
Painting everything together creates a consistent, updated appearance that significantly improves curb appeal.
Our Exterior Painting Process
Every successful paint project starts long before the first coat of paint.
Our process includes:
Thorough Cleaning
We begin by pressure washing the home to remove dirt, mildew, chalking, and loose debris.
Surface Preparation
Preparation includes:
- Scraping loose paint
- Sanding rough areas
- Caulking gaps
- Repairing minor defects
- Masking windows and surrounding surfaces
Proper preparation is one of the biggest reasons professional paint jobs last longer.
Premium Primers and Paints
We use premium coatings from trusted manufacturers including:
- Sherwin-Williams
- Benjamin Moore
These products are designed to withstand Colorado’s harsh climate while providing excellent color retention and durability.
You can learn more about coating systems from Sherwin-Williams Homeowners and Benjamin Moore Homeowners.
Built for Colorado Weather
Homes in Erie experience:
- High-altitude UV exposure
- Heavy snow
- Spring hailstorms
- Freeze-thaw cycles
- Strong winds
These conditions make proper preparation and premium coatings essential for long-lasting results.
Why Homeowners Choose A Affordable Painting
Homeowners trust A Affordable Painting because we focus on quality from start to finish.
Our customers appreciate:
- Experienced painters
- Detailed preparation
- Premium paint products
- Honest pricing
- Reliable scheduling
- Clean job sites
- Excellent communication
Whether we’re repainting a few clad windows or transforming an entire home’s exterior, we take pride in every project.
Serving Erie and Surrounding Colorado Communities
We proudly provide painting services throughout:
- Erie
- Broomfield
- Lafayette
- Louisville
- Westminster
- Thornton
Schedule Your Free Exterior Painting Estimate
If your home’s exterior is showing signs of age, don’t assume expensive replacement is your only option. Professionally repainting clad windows and your home’s exterior can restore its beauty while protecting it for years to come.
Visit AAffordablePainting.com to request your free estimate and learn how we can transform your home’s exterior.