How Often Does My Home’s Interior Need to Be Repainted?

Repainting your home is one of the most exciting home improvement projects out there; however, it’s not always obvious when it’s time to go pick out a color, put up the blue tape, and break out the paint brushes!  One key factor to keep in mind is which room(s) need new paint; every room has a varying paint timeline. Continue reading to learn more about how often you should repaint your home’s interior so that you can keep your space looking fresh and trendy.

How Often Should I Repaint the Rooms Inside My Home?

Here’s a room-by-room breakdown of how often you should repaint your home’s interior walls:

• Kitchens – They say that the kitchen is the heart of the home, and these spaces generally see lots of wear and tear in addition to messes and high temperatures. Repainting them every 5 years is a safe bet, but you may benefit from doing it more often if your kitchen sees plenty of use.
• Hallways – Hallways are generally going to see the most wear and tear on their paint since they frequently have people and pets walking through them. Because of this, they should be repainted fairly often, and most homeowners opt for doing it every 3 or 4 years.
• Living Rooms/Dining Rooms – These rooms tend to experience a fair amount of traffic, but not as much as hallways. Repainting them every 5 to 7 years is a safe bet.
• Bedrooms – Bedrooms can usually go 10 years without needing to be repainted, but children’s rooms are generally an exception since their tastes change more often. Of course, if your preferences change, you can repaint your bedrooms more frequently, too!
• Bathrooms – Since these rooms face constant exposure to moisture and humidity, it’s best to use water-based paints that are up to the task and to repaint these spaces every 3 to 5 years.
• Laundry/Utility/Mud Rooms – These rooms are similar to bathrooms in the sense that they’re exposed to more moisture, meaning they should be repainted just as often; about every 5 years.

What Other Factors Should I Keep in Mind?

While it mostly depends on the room in question, there are a few other factors you’ll want to keep in mind when it comes to how often you should paint your home’s interior. Consider the following:

• Pet owners might want to repaint more often since pets tend to make messes, despite their intentions.
• Rooms with lots of natural light exposure may see their paint fade more quickly, warranting fresh paint.
• Homeowners who frequently host guests and throw parties may experience expedited wear-and-tear on their painted walls.
• Homeowners looking to sell may want to update their homes with a fresh coat of paint, as new paint will usually boost a home’s value and curbside appeal.

When it comes to interior painting, it’s also wise to consult a team of professionals for the best idea of when it’s time to repaint; a quick consultation is usually all they need to know how old the paint is, and from there, it’s just a matter of planning out your vision and getting the ball rolling!

About Platinum Painting

Our Platinum Painting team has proudly served homeowners in Frisco and the surrounding DFW metroplex for over 15 years, offering expert assistance with a very wide range of interior and exterior painting projects. If it’s time to repaint your home’s interior, you can trust us to deliver spectacular results, no matter the scope of your project. To learn more about our services or to schedule a FREE in-home estimate, feel free to visit us online or call us for assistance.  Telephone: (972) 372-0404.