The Best Season to Paint Your Home

Many factors go into achieving the best results when it comes to house painting; this includes surface preparation, the quality of equipment and the technique. However, more often than not, many homeowners will need to pay attention to a crucial part of house painting - the weather!

As you may have already guessed, painting a house is not something that can be done at any time of the year. Many considerations must be taken, including the temperature, humidity, moisture and UV, as all of these elements will directly impact the overall result. Below, we're breaking down each season's effect on painting conditions and what outcomes you can expect depending on the weather.

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House Painting During Different Seasons

Summer

While it may seem like a hot day would be the ideal condition to give a house's exterior a touch-up, many things can go wrong with painting under direct sunlight in high temperatures. High humidity and temperature levels cause the paint to dry too fast, and while paint drying quickly may not seem like a bad thing, the paint will blister, flake and peel without the chance to adhere to the surface. That being the case, scorchers in summer are not ideal for starting a painting project, while an Australian summer filled with humidity and storms can also pose issues.

Though it's not all bad when conducting an exterior painting job in the summer season, here are some of the tips to ensure the best conditions-

• Before starting your paint job, consider checking the weather forecast for temperature and humidity levels—monitor sun location to avoid direct sunlight. Early morning, before things get too hot, is an ideal time for exterior painting.
• Schedule your house painting time in time and start painting on the shady side of your house.
• Last but not least, make use of evenings to let the paint dry.

Autumn

Out of all the seasons, autumn typically has the best conditions for both exterior and interior house painting projects - providing it's not raining! On clear days, the air's low humidity allows residential painters to get the job done without worrying about mould or dust from wind and rain or the flaky outcome of high temperatures.

Rainy days, however, delay paint projects because of excessive moisture balance and temperature fluctuation. So, trying to predict the sudden rain of Australia may make for a difficult task. Finding the perfect day in autumn is crucial, and we'd recommend finishing the job as soon as possible to avoid a sudden downpour. It helps to schedule or consult with a professional who can advise on the conditions and ensure the job gets done quickly.

Spring

The spring season in Australia brings sunny days and colder nights off the heels of winter. With warmer temperatures and milder winds, spring is ideal for a home makeover and cleaning. The low temperature and low air moisture give painters the best house painting experience and provide a durable and protective finish with minimum drying time. As spring allows for the best exterior painting conditions, many houses are made ready for selling and buying.

Winter

For south hemisphere countries with temperatures below 10°C, winter is not the most suitable season for house painting, especially if the material is water-based paint. Suppose the house painting is a must during winter. In that case, you may have to take some precautions, like thoroughly examining the painting surface, making sure that the surface is warm enough to accept paint under 10°C and using latex or oil-based paint with additives.

On the contrary, winter in Australia makes the perfect season for house painting. The low humidity, minimum moisture level, and consistent weather conditions help the paint colour coat dry faster than any other season. Sydney's winter months have average temperatures drop between 8.8 - 17°C, with the highest rainfall in June. With lower humidity and UV index, winter is the right season for house curbs! Utilise the colder months to schedule your painting project schedule with professional, Dulux Accredited house painters to get your house ready for warmer days.

Here are some of the winter painting tips you can follow with the help of Dulux Accredited house painters-

• Thoroughly examine the painting surface, ensuring that the surface is warm enough to accept paint under 10°C and using latex or oil-based paint with additives.
• Build a temperature bubble and a space heater between 20-26°C to maintain the required throughout the drying time.
• Use an infrared thermometer to measure surface temperature and to determine the right timing for painting.

Final verdict

Different seasons play a massive role in jobs' overall results and longevity - for both interior and exterior painting. With adequate preparation, materials, and conditions, it's possible to paint a house at any time of the month. However, check the weather and conditions like humidity and UV before getting started. From our discussion above, we would recommend spring as the best season for a house painting project. With winter as a close second, providing there's no wind, rain or frost.

Conclusion

If unsure when to start painting, why not leave it to the professionals who can advise and ensure a quick and unrivalled finish.

Premier Painting Company is all set to give your home an awe-inspiring makeover with the latest painting equipment and Dulux Accredited exterior painters in Sydney, no matter the season. To know more about our services - get in touch with us today.