As Autumn continues and the temperature begins to drop we thought we this month we would explain how weather can have an impact on paint. A term known as blooming paint is often used to describe paint that has formed a milky white haze. A key point to make is that blooming only spoils the colour of the paint and not actually the performance.

Blooming is a white milky mist or haze that rests on the surface of the paint film. We often get people contact us during the Autumn and Winter months about their paint not drying or leaving a milky like colour resting on the top of their paint.

This is often caused due to the poor air movement and circulation resulting in moisture resting on the surface. If you’re painting during the colder months it’s worth noting that drying times will be increased. An idea would be to use an adequate heater if safe to do so.

Blooming can also occur when the incorrect product has been used for example if the incorrect thinner has been used or if this is poor quality this can lead to paint blooming.

Prevention

Ours tips for prevention would be to ensure your paint area is heated and properly ventilated to allow the paint to cure. Another key point would be to try and avoid painting during any rain or cold/humid weather. Although British weather makes avoiding these situations very tricky there are some forms of non-bloom thinners available depending on which paint you’re using.

As blooming occurs this time of the year please call us for help on 01902 710057 with your paint enquiry and we will be able to help advise you on which products to use and what methods would be best to help prevent this.

Alternatively you can e-mail us on info@andrewscoatings.o.uk and we shall get back to you as soon as we can.