Many people debate on the best time to paint in the home, but there are a lot of variables involved in getting to the actual right answer.

Of course, it’s natural when the cold finally breaks, and spring starts peeking in that people want to jump into action and start updating their home.

Painting is one of their first thoughts, but they might not realize that they just missed the best window for interior painting. That’s right – winter is the better time to paint the interior of your home when choosing between the seasons.

Summer does afford nicer weather outdoors, but the painters are also working outdoors. Since they are only working inside in the winter months, there are a lot of benefits to hiring painters during the winter months.

Summer will afford plenty of options and still get the job done, but this is also going to potentially be more expensive and take longer to complete because companies are busier and there are other things to consider. Keep reading to learn all about the best time to paint the interior of your house, and why it’s better to wait until winter.

Benefits of Hiring Painting Contractors During Winter

There are several different arguments for the best time to paint, but if you choose the winter months, you will find no shortage of benefits.

Is It Okay to Paint Inside on Rainy and Snowy Days?

While moisture can prevent paint from curing and drying properly, it isn’t the end of the world to paint in damper weather.

Even on the east and west coasts, where it is damper and more likely to rain than snow, interior painting can still be done.

Having the right temperature and conditions does play a role, but most professionals can create an ideal environment for optimal results, which is why you need to hire the best painting contractor for the job.

The Painting Process

To help you better understand why painting inside during the winter months is okay, as well as why it’s the best choice, let’s explore the interior painting process. A closer look will allow you to see the benefits of choosing this season, as well as to know what to expect from your own painting jobs.

The first step is prep. This is where all furniture, window treatments, wall hangings, and other elements need to be removed from the space. This is usually done by the homeowner in advance but can be done by the painters for a small fee. Then, anything not being painted will be covered and taped off to ensure that the paint only goes where it should. The walls will be checked for cracks, holes, and other imperfections, which will be repaired before painting.

We’ll also check windows, doors, and baseboards for cracks, reapplying caulk, and filling holes, as necessary. Then, all the surfaces are wiped down to ensure they are clean and ready for painting. If sanding and wall repair are needed, that is the next step. Otherwise, the painting will begin. Ceilings are completed first, next is all the trim is painted then the walls are cut in then rolled, most times each are is coated twice. Once the painting is complete, the cleanup will be performed and then the job will be thoroughly inspected both by the painters and the homeowner to ensure everything looks as it should.

The more work that you do on your own in the prep area, the more you can save on painting, even in the winter months. Of course, some people might like the idea of using their savings to splurge and let the painters move everything except for the curtains and small items which are generally a necessary client responsibility, too. Either way, you’ve got options.

The Bottom Line: It’s Never a Bad Time to Paint

When you work with professionals, you can start interior painting projects whenever the mood strikes. The experts know how to create ideal painting conditions in any weather, so why not take advantage of the perks of painting in the winter?

Save some money, get better scheduling, and get more time to enjoy your summer.

If you’re ready to book your winter painting job or you’re just looking to learn more about our services, contact Elite Trade Painting today.

Our locations throughout Canada will be happy to discuss your needs and help with any painting projects you have in mind.