How Long Does It Take for House Paint to Dry?

Ready to give your home a facelift with fresh paint on the outside, inside or both? It’s important to be well informed and strategic when scheduling this work, especially for an exterior paint job. In terms of how long does it take for house paint to dry, read on to learn about the various factors which will come into play to determine your answer. 

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How Long Does It Take for House Paint to Dry?

When planning a painting project, here are some key things which will influence the amount of drying time needed:

• Type of paint (acrylic, oil-based, latex, etc.)
• Number of coats
• Weather conditions (temperature, humidity and precipitation)

Because every job is different, exact drying time will vary. Given the specifics of your project, our pros can advise on what to anticipate in terms of drying period and overall timeline. We’ll let you know when it’s okay to put artwork back on the walls after interior painting, or to be sure your paint is dry to the touch after exterior painting.

Our experts bring the specialized knowledge to properly plan your project for best results. For instance, if we’re painting a wood surface, we’ll wait 48 hours after pressure washing and sanding to apply primer.

High-Quality House Painting Services in Western PA

Now that you have some insight into how long does it take for house paint to dry, check out this testimonial from Nicholas S. to learn why he’s chosen our pros for multiple painting projects:

“Roman Paint Pros has done two separate painting jobs for me. For the first job, they offered the best price and I had them do the work. Their work was excellent. For the second job, their price was the same as another company, but because of my previous experience with them, they were the company I picked. 
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They did the painting as per the agreed upon time and price, and the work has proven to be excellent. Also, they used premium paint for both my condo and house, not cheap no-name paint. The condo was painted five years ago and still looks great.”

Eager to enjoy premier painting with customer service to match? Get in touch at 412-557-2927 to schedule a free in-home consultation.