How Painting The Seven Hills Aquatic Centre Project Came Together: Case Study

Following the successful completion of the interior painting at Seven Hills Aquatic Centre, Norwest Painting Group was engaged to return and complete the exterior painting as well. Together, the two stages of work involved transforming both the interior and exterior of the busy aquatic facility, while working around the centre's ongoing operations.



The successful interior painting project established a strong working relationship eventually leading to Norwest Painting Group being brought back to complete the exterior works. This presented a very different set of challenges, including working at height, managing public access and dealing with Sydney's unpredictable weather.

Interior & Exterior Painting Works Completed

The project covered painting works across both the interior and exterior of the Seven Hills Aquatic Centre.

The interior painting required the team to work within an active aquatic facility while maintaining a professional standard of finish and minimising disruption to the centre's operations. Careful planning and preparation ensured the interior areas could be completed efficiently while keeping the facility's day-to-day requirements in mind.

The exterior stage involved extensive patching and surface preparation across the building before any paint was applied. The team understood that achieving a durable, high-quality finish starts with thorough preparation, so no shortcuts were taken.

The exterior works also involved:

• Working at height, with scissor lifts providing safe and efficient access to the building's elevated exterior surfaces.
• Scheduling painting works out of hours, as the centre remains open to the public. This allowed areas such as the car park to be temporarily closed while the team worked, keeping the public well clear of lift zones and active work areas.
• Coordinating the work around a live, operating aquatic centre so that day-to-day use was kept running with minimal disruption.
• Managing the transition between interior and exterior works while maintaining consistent standards throughout the project.

Combining interior and exterior painting required careful planning, clear communication, and an experienced team capable of delivering quality results while working around the demands of a busy public facility in Seven Hills. 

The Challenges & How They Were Managed

Painting a live aquatic facility presents unique challenges, particularly when the project involves both interior and exterior works.

The exterior stage was heavily dependent on the weather. Rain interrupted the schedule more than once, repeatedly pushing timelines back throughout the job. That is simply the nature of outdoor painting in Sydney and was outside the team's control.

What was within Norwest's control was communication. Rather than going quiet when the schedule changed, Greg kept the client updated every single day throughout the disruptions. Those daily updates meant the client always knew where the project stood and what the next move would be, even when the weather created unexpected delays.

The team also had to carefully coordinate access, working hours and public safety around the centre's ongoing operations. By planning the works around the facility's schedule and using appropriate access equipment, Norwest was able to keep the project moving while minimising disruption to the public.



The real difference on a project like this is working with a contractor who takes ownership of challenges and keeps communication clear. The weather could not be controlled. The planning, safety and communication could, and they were.

The Outcome

The completed project delivered a refreshed, high-quality finish across both the interior and exterior of Seven Hills Aquatic Centre.

The exterior finish was completed to provide the durability needed to withstand Sydney's weather and the demands of a busy public facility, while the interior painting helped refresh the internal spaces of the centre.

Despite the challenges and weather-related delays, the client was extremely pleased with both the quality of the painting work and the way the project was managed.

The clearest sign of that satisfaction came afterwards: on the strength of the result and the relationship built through the work, Norwest Painting Group was trusted with further painting projects.



Repeat work says more than any adjective could.

Planning a Commercial or Facility Repaint?

Whether you need an interior refurbishment, exterior repaint, or a complete commercial painting project, Norwest Painting Group has the experience to deliver high-quality results with minimal disruption to your operations.

From complex sites and work at height to live public facilities such as aquatic centres, our team plans every project carefully, maintains clear communication and completes every job to a high professional standard.

If you're planning an interior painting, exterior painting or commercial painting project, we'd be happy to help. Contact us today to discuss your requirements or request a free, no-obligation quote.