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Hiring exterior painters to update your home is about more than freshening up your curb appeal. In addition to adding another layer of moisture protection to your home, it can also improve your home’s value and ward off insect damage. Unfortunately, painting when the weather is too warm or too cold can affect the quality of the job. Here are three reasons to check the weather before hiring exterior painters.

Curing Time

Although you might be tempted to repaint your home in early spring, cold temperatures can negatively affect the paint. Experts warn that exterior painting should never be done when the weather is below 50°F and that the weather at night shouldn’t dip below 32°F for several days after the job is finished. In addition to potentially causing smears, paint that takes too long to dry can attract dust and dirt, making your paint job look dull or messy.

exterior paintersLongevity of Painted Surfaces

The relative humidity can also affect the final result, although you might not notice problems for a few years. If the relative humidity is below 40% or above 70%, the paint can have problems binding properly, which can cause issues like blistering or peeling down the road.

Color Uniformity

Painting when the weather is incredibly hot or sunny can cause it to dry too quickly, which can affect color uniformity. Extreme heat can cause paint to clump or look streaky. Exterior painters should try to complete the job when the weather is warm and mild to create an even, uniform appearance.

Do you need to have the exterior of your home repainted? Harbour Painting has been offering professional painting services to residents throughout New London County and the surrounding areas since 1977. In addition to taking care of painting and trim installation, this team of experts also offers power washing and professional remodeling services. For more information about their services, visit them online or call (860) 444-0705.

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