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One of the most asked question is how long does an exterior paint job last. Like in most cases there is no one answer fits all, but here are some factors that will determine the longevity of a paint job. I’ve broken it down in surface where the paint is applied, type of product and weather condition.
Type of surface.
The most used materials for exterior walls are: wood, aluminum, vinyl, stucco, brick, hardie-plank.
Type of paint or stain.
Common products for outside are paint, solid color stain, transparent or semi-transparent stains.
Weather conditions
This is a huge topic in itself but I just took the factors that have the biggest impact here in Connecticut.
This table will give you an idea of what to expect, however many other factors not indicated here are important as well.
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Wood
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Alminum/Vinyl
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Stucco
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Fiber-Cement
Hardieplank
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| Paint |
All Sides |
4-10 Years
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20 + Years
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7-10 Years
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15 + Years
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| Sunny Side |
3-5 Years
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3-6 Years
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| Shore |
1-3 Years
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Solid
Color
Stain |
All Sides |
5-9 Years
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7-10 Years
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7-9 Years
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| Sunny Side |
4-7 Years
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| Shore |
2-4 Years
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Transparent
&
Semi –
Transparent
Stains |
All Sides |
2-5 Years
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| Sunny Side |
1-3 Years
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| Shore |
1-3 Years
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Other factors like:
When was the very first paint job on the house done; over time paint loses elasticity and when that happens it starts cracking and then peeling is unavoidable.
Humidity, following proper procedures and doing the right prep, pressure washing and many other factors make a big difference as well
Make sure you got everything before you start painting. Here is a list of tools you are going to need