In Colorado, where the temperature can fluctuate greatly from day to night no matter what time of year and where key weather factors like humidity, rainfall and snowstorms are nearly unpredictable, you may notice more imperfections in your paint than you would in a different climate.
Things like bubbles, cracks, and even large chunks of paint falling off of walls are a headache, but they’re nowhere near uncommon.
So, why exactly does paint peel so easily under these conditions?
There are a lot of reasons paint might not be performing as well as it could. In this blog post, we’ll explore some of the common ones and offer our expert advice on how to fix them. By understanding the why, you can be prepared to prevent the problem in your own home.
From shoddy prep work to water damage and everything in between, there are a lot of reasons that your paint might be looking less-than-fresh.
Let’s dive into each of them here:
Water Damage
In certain parts of Colorado, humidity can reach staggering seasonal highs, making walls more prone to peeling simply because of how saturated they are from the natural environment — and we all know what water can do to paint. Blistering, peeling, you name it.
Thick Coats
Sometimes, contractors will quickly apply multiple coats of paint to “fix” imperfections in the walls. Unfortunately, these extra layers add unfamiliar weight and speed up the paint’s natural lifecycle — this is especially true of ceilings.
Shoddy Prep Work
If the surface isn’t properly cleaned and primed for paint beforehand, you’ve almost guaranteed eventual peeling. In fact, improper surface prep is one of the biggest culprits when it comes to inadequate adhesion.
Heat and Sunlight
High temperatures cause paint to dry out quicker, which can cause peeling down the line. This is most dangerous to painted ares that are constantly exposed to heat and sunlight, though, so think of your exterior here.
Lower-Quality Paints
High-quality paints generally have more pigment and resin, making more durable layers with each coat. When you use lower-cost, lower-quality paints, you sacrifice flexibility and adhesion, which ultimately impact the paint’s lifespan.
There’s nothing more frustrating than putting your time, money, and sweat into a project, only to notice chipping paint on your walls after the fact. Ireland’s Finest Painting Company proudly serves the Denver, CO area, bringing more than 25 years of experience to every project we work on.
Start with a free consultation today and give yourself the gift of peace of mind when it comes to your next painting project.
