We’ve had several people tell us that they want to get their walls painted during the warmer months, as there’s less moisture in the air, and “the paint will dry smoother.” And while there is some logic to this, the truth of the matter is that the cooler months have their benefits when it comes to interior painting too.
If you’re considering revamping your walls this year, check out this list of pros and cons for waiting until Old Man Winter shows his ornery self:
Pros for Waiting to Paint During the Fall and Winter Seasons:
· Better for Drying: While you don’t want to wait for temperatures to drop too low (think 30s and below), the cooler weather is actually ideal for paint to dry, and allows for a smoother surface than had the paint dried in too hot of weather. If the temperature is too high, the paint won’t adhere to the surface properly, and will be more likely to peel in the future.
· Less Moisture: Many people think that the cooler months come with more moisture, but in many places (like Toledo), the summer months are actually quite humid. Humidity is not good for drying paint, as drying paint exposed to excess moisture is more prone to cracking and peeling.
· Focus On the Inside: Let’s face it – the winter months are so long that halfway through, you’re begging for an indoor chore or two. Save your interior painting for the winter months, as it’ll give you something to do during those cold, bleak days, and focus on the outdoor projects (i.e. exterior painting, gardening, roofing) during the warmer months.
Cons for Painting During the Cooler Months:
· Too Low Temperatures: Obviously, you don’t want to wait until temperatures drop below freezing to paint your walls. If you wait until it gets too cold, your paint will not dry very well, resulting in a very unattractive appearance.
· Fumes: Of course, you can always turn the heat up to get the paint to dry, but breathing in all those fumes is not good for you, even if paint companies claim to not use any harmful chemicals in their interior paints these days. You’ll want to open up your windows to get some fresh air, but then, you’re just wasting energy at this point.
· The Holidays: While this is not exactly a technical reason, you do want to take into consideration that the holidays are already a busy time of year, and painting may not be something you’ll have the time or budget for at that point.
If you’re considering changing up the color of your walls, give Drew a call at 619-770-9437 or email [email protected] to discuss what you want done, and to see if you should get the job done now, or if it’s something that can wait for a few more months. We’ll be more than happy to give you a free estimate to help you make up your mind!
If you’re considering revamping your walls this year, check out this list of pros and cons for waiting until Old Man Winter shows his ornery self:
Pros for Waiting to Paint During the Fall and Winter Seasons:
· Better for Drying: While you don’t want to wait for temperatures to drop too low (think 30s and below), the cooler weather is actually ideal for paint to dry, and allows for a smoother surface than had the paint dried in too hot of weather. If the temperature is too high, the paint won’t adhere to the surface properly, and will be more likely to peel in the future.
· Less Moisture: Many people think that the cooler months come with more moisture, but in many places (like Toledo), the summer months are actually quite humid. Humidity is not good for drying paint, as drying paint exposed to excess moisture is more prone to cracking and peeling.
· Focus On the Inside: Let’s face it – the winter months are so long that halfway through, you’re begging for an indoor chore or two. Save your interior painting for the winter months, as it’ll give you something to do during those cold, bleak days, and focus on the outdoor projects (i.e. exterior painting, gardening, roofing) during the warmer months.
Cons for Painting During the Cooler Months:
· Too Low Temperatures: Obviously, you don’t want to wait until temperatures drop below freezing to paint your walls. If you wait until it gets too cold, your paint will not dry very well, resulting in a very unattractive appearance.
· Fumes: Of course, you can always turn the heat up to get the paint to dry, but breathing in all those fumes is not good for you, even if paint companies claim to not use any harmful chemicals in their interior paints these days. You’ll want to open up your windows to get some fresh air, but then, you’re just wasting energy at this point.
· The Holidays: While this is not exactly a technical reason, you do want to take into consideration that the holidays are already a busy time of year, and painting may not be something you’ll have the time or budget for at that point.
If you’re considering changing up the color of your walls, give Drew a call at 619-770-9437 or email [email protected] to discuss what you want done, and to see if you should get the job done now, or if it’s something that can wait for a few more months. We’ll be more than happy to give you a free estimate to help you make up your mind!