As we enter into the cooler fall months here in Southern New Jersey, you may be eyeballing your home’s exterior and wondering if you have time to brush on a fresh coat of paint before the snow falls. Now that the heat has subdued, outdoor projects may seem a little less daunting, but you still have questions: Can you paint in cooler weather? What about rain and snow? How cold is too cold to paint outside? Many professionals suggest that you stop exterior painting before the month of November in Northern states and no later than December in Southern states.
But, for a more detailed answer, here are a few guidelines and painting tips pertaining to what season and weather is best for painting the exterior of your Southern New Jersey home.
The Thermostat Rules– Paint technology has advanced in recent years and exterior paint can now be used successfully in cooler conditions. Many latex paints can now be properly applied in temperatures as low as 40 degrees, but be sure to check the temperature guidelines on your paint before purchasing. Some paint companies, such as Sherwin Williams paints, have a line of products specifically designed to work well in lower temperatures.
It is also crucial to consider both the daytime and overnight temps. Even though daytime temps may be suitable for your painting projects, your paint is still drying long after you lay down your brush for the night. Make sure to take nighttime lows into consideration as well when contemplating applying your fresh exterior paint colors.
Moisture Matters– For your paint to properly adhere and cure, it is essential that you paint in dry conditions. Even evening and overnight dew can mess up a great paint job. Before applying paint to your home’s exterior, check the surface to be painted. If it feels in any way damp to the touch, wait it out; drier is always better. As a rule, never paint within 24 hours of heavy rain or in foggy weather. When it comes to moisture it is better to be wise than waste your time.
Exterior painting projects can be intimidating so you may be thinking of leaving it to the professionals. When looking for a company to paint your home’s exterior with your selected paint colors, make sure that they are following these rules as well as the manufacturer’s temperature guidelines. You want to ensure that your contractor’s biggest concern is the quality of the painting project and not their bottom line.
Here at Cherry Hill Painting, we watch the weather to ensure that our work will leave your home’s exterior looking beautiful in every season. Call us for an estimate, we would love to talk with you about how our team can transform your home’s exterior this autumn.
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