what temperature should it be best to paint?

Answer 1

Hiya Danny,

This is an interesting question 'cause the can usually only gives you a part of the answer...

The simple answer to your question is between 50 & 80 degrees (F). Unfortunately, this is not a complete answer. Typically speaking, oil based products are less sensitive to temperature extremes and changes during application than are latex / acrylic coatings, but each coating may still be unfavorably affected by temperature extremes.

Basically there are 4 temperatures you need to be concerned with during the application and "cure" of your paint product.

The first is air temp as described above.

The second is the product temperature - If your paint has been stored in your van, car or un-heated garage overnight in October, the product temperature may be several degrees below that which is considered ideal for application even though the air temperature is in the acceptable range.

The third temp to consider is the surface temp...In the summer months a metal surface may be several degrees over that which is considered ideal even though air temps are within the ideal range - and conversely, in the fall and winter months, an exterior surface may be well below ideal even though air temps are ok.

The 4th temp is the air & surface temp during the dry time of applied paint. Lets say you paint an exterior surface in October...The air temps during the day are within the ideal range, but you finish painting late in the day and before the paint has had sufficient dry time, the air temps plummet -as does the surface temps - and again the curing mechanism for applied product may be disrupted or irreparably damaged.

Manufacturers implement many components (anti-freeze compounds, chemical soaps, wetting agents, etc.) within their product to minimize temperature related problems of an applied paint film. Most manufacturers have come out with a "low-temp" latex house paint that can be applied at air temperatures down to 35 degrees...be careful with these. They will perform as described, but all other temperatures that we've discussed must also fall within (and not below) this 35 degree mark.

The best practice is to use common sense - Don't push the temperature extremes, don't paint too late in the day, this time of year follow the sun around your building for exterior painting, use only high quality products and seek specific advise from your local independent paint store. He or she will be able to walk you through the necessary surface preparation and recommend the proper paint systems to ensure a successful job. Good luck.

Ric

Answer 2

Temperature To Paint Outside

Answer 3

Exterior Painting Temperature

Answer 4

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what temperature should it be best to paint?

Answer 5

I would say about 75 F with low humidity is optimum, but its all spelled out on the paint can by most major paint companies.

Answer 6

The paint container includes this information. Be aware of the humidity level also. This will slow drying time if it is high.

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