Short answer: yes—with low-temp products, moisture checks, and smart timing. Here’s how Seattle pros schedule, spec, and execute exterior work when temps dip.
Low-temp paint (rated 35–40°F) Surface & air within spec Dew-point margin ≥ 5°F No rain during cure Extra dry/recoat time
Our marine climate brings wet substrates, cool nights, and short daylight windows. North/east elevations stay damp; south/west can still flash hot in rare sun. Pros plan by elevation, follow the shade, and watch hourly forecasts (temp, humidity, wind, dew point)—not just the day’s high/low.
| Factor | Target / Guidance | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Paint type | 100% acrylic, low-temp rated (35–40°F) | Coalesces at lower temps; better flexibility/adhesion. |
| Air & surface temps | ≥ product minimum (often 35–50°F) | Below spec risks poor film formation and adhesion. |
| Dew-point margin | ≥ 5°F (10°F safer) through evening | Avoids condensation and surfactant leaching. |
| Humidity | 40–75% preferred | Very high RH slows dry; very low can flash-dry. |
| Rain window | Dry through cure time (check TDS) | Prevents wash-off and gloss/sheen issues. |
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We’ll align products, timing, and elevations to Seattle’s winter conditions so your paint actually lasts.
We follow the product’s TDS. With low-temp acrylics, that can be 35–40°F—if the surface is dry and dew won’t form before cure.
We use IR thermometers; surface temps can trail air temps by 5–10°F in shade.
It can. Poor conditions can cause surfactant leaching or uneven sheen. We schedule to avoid that.
Absolutely. Interiors aren’t weather-dependent—ventilation and temps are controlled.