Interior and exterior paint on your home doesn’t maintain its beautiful appearance forever. If your home is lacking in curbside appeal due to its dull and cracking coat of paint, there’s no better time to get a fresh coat of paint than before the holidays approach! Here are a few signs to look out for that confirm that it’s time to hire a professional if you’re wondering “When should I paint?”
What Causes Paint to Deteriorate?
Interior and exterior paint can both deteriorate over time, depending on the environment that they’re exposed to and other elements, like weathering and the quality of the original paint job. Here are some factors that could cause your paint to fade, crack, or deteriorate over time:
- Exposure to direct, damaging ultraviolet light
- Not properly preparing the walls before painting
- Moisture that soaks between the paint layer and wall
- Salty moisture (if you live on the coast)
- Organic growth
- Cheap, non-durable paint
- Natural wear-and-tear
Signs That It’s Time to Repaint
If you can’t remember the last time you repainted your home and are wondering if its time for a refreshing coat, here are some signs that you can look out for:
- Warped Outdoor Siding: If you’ve noticed that your exterior siding has begun to look warped, it could be due to moisture settling between the layer of paint and the siding material, trapping it and causing the material to change shape.
- Bubbling Paint: Paint that’s blistering or bubbling means that it is no longer adhered to the walls.
- Peeling Paint: Sun damage can cause paint to peel and blister over time, breaking down the surface of the paint.
- Fading: Fading or bleaching paint is caused by exposure to ultraviolet light, which breaks down the pigment in the paint.
- Cracking Stucco: Stucco shouldn’t be cracking. If it is, it could trap water and cause serious damage to your home.
- Chalking: Chalking looks similar to fading, but it’s actually caused by a chemical change initiated by UV lights that causes the topcoat of paint to form a white film over the top of it.
- Mildew: Mildew forms when moisture doesn’t evaporate, so it begins to deteriorate the paint.
If you’ve noticed any of these signs it’s time to paint your home, be sure to call a professional paint contractor to make sure the job gets done right the first time around! Investing in a nice, new coat of paint before the holidays can help get you in the spirit and enhance all of the work that you’re going to put into hanging up lights.
About Platinum Painting of Dallas
At Platinum Painting of Dallas, our team of dedicated professionals is happy to help homeowners make the best choices for their house throughout every step of the process. We’re completely bonded and insured, and even offer a satisfaction guarantee. We offer a variety of services, such as interior and exterior painting to help boost a home’s curbside appeal. For questions or to schedule a free estimate, visit our website or call 214-347-7269.