Mar 31, 2024
DIY + How To

Scared to spray paint hardware? Our surprising results!

We updated our windows without spending a fortune. Instead of pricey hardware replacements, we tried spray paint to save money and extend their lifespan.

Scared to spray paint hardware? Our surprising results!

Want to update your windows without spending a fortune? Replacing hardware can be surprisingly expensive. New hardware for our Anderson windows would've set us back around $600 a room! Plus, the color options were limited for our older windows. Instead of pricey replacements, we explored a budget-friendly option: spray paint! Believe it or not, with a high-quality can of spray paint, you can achieve a sleek, modern look at a fraction of the cost. The best part? You can choose any color you like!

A close-up of a silver window latch with a lever handle, attached to a wooden window frame.
A person using a screwdriver to tighten a screw on a silver window latch

Also, why toss out perfect hardware? If your existing pieces function well, there's no need for a replacement. A fresh coat of paint can extend their lifespan and save money.

I admit I was nervous about spray painting the hardware. Would they look like a cheap attempt at an upgrade? To my surprise, they turned out fantastic, and no one would guess they weren't brand new!

A person holding a black window latch with a lever handle.
A close-up of a black window latch with a lever handle, attached to a white window frame.
A black window crank handle attached to a white window frame.
Two double-hung windows with black metal grids in the glass panes. The windows have white trim and black hardware.