Should You Paint Your House When It Is Cold

As the weather continues to cool off here in Colorado, you may wonder if you should still finish your home painting projects. Afterall, you are not supposed to paint in cold weather, right? While it is true that paint reacts differently to different temperatures, that does not necessarily mean that you cannot paint your home when it is cold out. Here are some things to keep in mind on the subject.

How Cold is Too Cold?

If you are painting inside your home, Winter is actually a great time to do it. You usually do not have to worry about the temperature inside a home being too cold for painting because people generally like to keep their homes between the mid 60-70 range. Anything above 50 degrees inside is safe for painting.

As far as exterior painting goes, many manufacturers offer paints that are suitable to work with in temperatures as low as 35 degrees. The real challenge when painting the exterior of your home during a season change is making sure to paint in a consistent temperature. Making sure the temperature is consistent when painting will ensure that the paint cures in a consistent manner. So, whether you are tackling the job yourself or you have someone scheduled to do the job for you, make sure to look at the weather beforehand and plan to paint when there is a streak of similar daily temperatures.

Some Considerations

There are some additional things you will want to keep in mind when painting in cooler temperatures. For one, you want to make sure that you have enough time allotted for each coat of paint to properly dry. This step requires more time in cooler temps than in warmer months.

It is also important to choose your paint wisely if you plan to complete the project when it is cold. Be sure to read the label to confirm that the paint is compatible with cooler temperatures.

An experienced professional will know how to provide you with consistently good results regardless of the temperature. If they are scheduled to come paint on a day that is too cold, they will simply wait and return to work when conditions are more ideal. At Innovative Builders, we offer professional painting services whether you need them inside or out. We can take the guesswork out of painting in cooler temperatures. We are confident you will be happy with the results!

By Innovative Builders 11-4-2021