When is the best time to do exterior painting?
Exterior painting stands or falls with the conditions under which the paint dries and bonds. Temperature and humidity therefore largely determine when it is best to paint.
The best period
In practice, the most favourable period for exterior painting runs from early spring to late autumn. During this time it is usually dry and warm enough for the paint to dry properly. Modern paint systems extend that season somewhat, but the basic rules still apply.
What to watch out for
Do not paint in frost, and take humidity into account: if there is too much moisture in the air or on the surface, the paint will not bond well. Right after rain, or early in the morning when there is dew, the woodwork is also often still too damp.
- Do not paint in frost or when night frost is likely
- The surface must be dry
- High humidity slows drying and bonding
- Direct, strong sunlight can make paint dry too quickly
Signs that maintenance is needed
Do not wait until the paint has fully come away. Discolouration, dull patches, fine cracks and early blistering are signs that the paint layer needs maintenance. Touching it up in time prevents wood rot and more costly repairs.
DIY, or better to have it done?
With the right preparation and materials, some parts of exterior painting can be done yourself, especially for small-scale, easily accessible work. Where it gets trickier — working at height, uncertainty about the condition of the surface, or work that causes more expensive damage if done wrong, such as wood rot or damp problems — it's wise to have a professional painter take a look before you start.
Not sure what's sensible for your situation? During a free, no-obligation assessment we give honest advice: sometimes a touch-up is enough, sometimes a more thorough approach is needed. That advice is free and non-binding, even if you decide to do it yourself.
What affects the cost
Naming a specific figure for exterior painting is difficult without knowing the situation: the surface area, the condition of the surface, accessibility and the number of coats together determine the price. Poorly maintained work needs more preparation — such as wood repair or extra sanding — and therefore weighs more heavily than the painting itself.
Want to know what this means for your situation? After a free, no-obligation assessment you'll receive a clear, concrete quote, so you don't have to guess based on a generic price per square metre. See also our full breakdown of what determines the cost of painting.
Which service this relates to
This topic mainly relates to exterior painting, maintenance painting, window frame painting. Below is what this service involves and what you can expect from our approach.
- Exterior Painting — Durable protection for window frames, woodwork and facades against weather and moisture.
- Maintenance Painting — Periodic touch-ups of existing paintwork to stay ahead of damage.
- Window Frame Painting — Wooden window frames freshly painted, including repair of minor wood damage.
Why choose Painting Company
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As part of CrumBouw and GoedkoopSteigerHuren.nl, we also have the knowledge, experience and resources to look a step further than just the paint layer: from structural repair to arranging scaffolding, should your situation call for it. Still unsure about your own situation after reading this article? Feel free to request a free, no-obligation quote, and we'll think it through with you.