Fall is a great time to finish up outdoor projects, but a lot of homeowners wonder if it’s safe to paint in cooler conditions. The short answer is yes…but you’ll need to pay closer attention to weather conditions than during the longer days of summer. This is because most paints are formulated to cure best when temperatures are around 70 to 77 degrees F and relative humidity is around 50%. The more temperature and humidity deviate from those optimal conditions, the riskier it is to paint. Here are some quick guidelines to help you determine whether you should pick up a brush, or move on to other projects on your To-Do list. Continue reading →