North Texas homeowner guide

Best time to paint a house exterior in DFW

In North Texas, spring and fall usually give the best mix of mild days and dry weather for exterior painting. Summer can work if painters avoid direct sun and the hottest hours, since Sherwin-Williams says extremely high temperatures can make paint dry before it bonds. Always follow the label's temperature range, and keep fresh paint above the dew point for at least 48 hours.

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Spring or fall if you can
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Avoid direct sun in summer
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Stay within the label's temperatures
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Watch evening dew

Written for DFW homes

Summer heat

Sherwin-Williams warns that very high temperatures, over 100°F, can dry paint before it adheres, which can lead to peeling later. On hot days, good crews follow the shade around the house and work early.

Cooler days and dew

Many modern exterior paints can go on as low as 35°F, but cool nights bring dew. Sherwin-Williams recommends keeping temperatures in range and above the dew point for at least 48 hours after painting.

After rain and power washing

Wait at least a day after heavy rain, and longer for wood and masonry
Let the house dry fully after power washing
Ask your painter how they check that surfaces are dry

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When is the best time to paint a house in Texas?

Usually spring and fall, when it's mild and dry. Summer works with careful timing.

Can you paint outside in Texas summer heat?

Yes, but avoid direct sun and the hottest hours. Very high heat can make paint dry before it bonds.

How long after rain can I paint?

Sherwin-Williams suggests at least a day after heavy rain, as long as the surface is dry.

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