Why You Should Do Exterior House Painting in the Summer

Why you should do exterior house painting in the summer. Having your home painted at any time of year can turn a drab appearance into one that looks new and nurturing again. But having the work done in the summer will bring you several other benefits, like faster drying times, longer daylight hours for extended workdays, and warmer temperatures that promote optimal drying, resulting in a smoother, long-lasting finish.

Franklin Painting of Farmington, CT, would like to tell you about the reasons that we – and most other professional painting companies – recommend that you paint your home’s exterior during the summer months.

Why You Should Do Exterior House Painting in the Summer.

But first . . .

Before we talk about the reasons why summer is optimal for house painting, here are some reasons why other seasons are not:

• Cold air
• Freezing rain
• Snow and ice
• Hail
• Unpredictable weather

These factors are not what you want to deal with when trying to get your house painted. Not only can they delay the project, but they can also affect how the paint adheres and dries, leading to poor results and wasted time.

The Benefits of House Painting in the Summer

Just from reading the list above, you can figure out many of the benefits of summer painting.

Warmer Air is Good for Paint

Paint dries and cures best in warm and even very warm temperatures. This will make the paint last longer and look better throughout its lifespan.

Dry Air is Good for Paint

Water from rain and snow can spell disaster for paint that is not dry. Many an ambitious but inexperienced painter has cursed the rain when it falls six hours after he or she has just finished painting a home’s outside walls.

Longer Workdays are Good for Everyone

Somewhere between June 20 and June 22 is the summer solstice, when daylight is at its longest. Scheduling house painting (or doing the work yourself) around this time will give you more hours to work and give the sun more hours to help the paint dry.

What About Scheduling?

If you choose to use professional painters to paint your home’s exterior, it can be challenging to find a crew you can call, say, on June 1 and get them out to the house on June 2.

Ideally, you should schedule house painting a month or more in advance. Painting companies tend to get very busy in the months leading up to and away from the summer solstice, so early scheduling is a smart move.

Additionally, by setting the painting start date in advance, you will be able to arrange your schedule and special summer events around the work.

Should you Paint your House Yourself?

A lot of homeowners paint their homes every year. It is not “rocket science.” But it is a project that requires some knowledge before you just jump into it. If you are going to do it yourself, here are some valuable tips.

• Make sure to get the best paint, brushes and rollers money can buy.
• Do not rush – take your time and pay attention to your work.
• Prepare the surfaces with power-washing, sanding, scraping, patching and cleaning.
• Figure out a way to keep children and pets away from the work areas.
• Cut away shrubbery, plants and trees so their foliage doesn’t get onto painted surfaces.
• Get some advice from a paint pro at your paint or hardware store, and follow the directions on the paint containers.

Professional Painting for your Connecticut Home

If you would rather hire experts, Franklin Painting is ready to get to work. Schedule a visit by phone or get in touch through our contact form.