The Best Time of Year to Paint the Exterior of Your Home
Many Painting companies will tell you the best time to paint the exterior of your home is when it’s nice and sunny out, but not too hot. However, there is more to consider than simply the weather.
The criteria we follow before exterior painting is:
* Moisture level: For optimal results, the moisture level in the wood should be up to 12% or the ph level in the concrete slabs or stucco siding can go from neutral (pH 7) to highly alkaline pH 12 or 13.
* Humidity: The ideal humidity level for painting is between 40% and 60%. But, if necessary, you can paint in up to 80% to 85% humidity.
* Temperature of surfaces: The minimum and maximum recommended temperatures for exterior painting can vary depending on the type of paint, oil or latex, as well as the specific brand of paint used. A general rule of thumb is that oil-based paint can be applied when the temperatures are between 5-32°C and latex between 7-30°C.
How Many Colours Should I Choose for My Exterior?
Ideally, there should be no more than three colours on the exterior of the house. We recommend following the 60-30-10% rule: 60% is the body of the home, shingles, or stucco; 30% is the garage doors and trim, and the final 10% is the front door and shutters to add just a pop of colour.
More than 3 colours used on the exterior could make the house appear choppy or smaller, distracting the buyer’s eye.