Painting pros weigh in on when it’s best to paint both interior walls and your home’s exterior.
We hate to break it to you, but chances are youre well overdue.
Cracks in caulking, drywall, and plaster are additional signs its time to repaint.
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All of these are signs that youre in need of anexterior paint refresh, according to Kulikowski.
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How Often Should a Home Exterior Be Painted?
That said, there are two factors to keep in mind.
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The second is that you should plan to paint early rather than holding out for all-over signs of wear.
How Often Should a Home Interior Be Repainted?
As with just about everything, there are some outliers.
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A soft, synthetic sponge or a microfiber cloth is ideal for cleaning walls.
Care should also be given to home exteriors in the form of routine washing once a year.
According to Kulikowski, this reduces the risk of contaminants like mildew compromising the paint.
