If you live in Ireland, you already know: the weather does what it wants. One day it’s calm. Next day? Hail, rain, or wind straight off the Atlantic.
So when it comes to exterior painting, people ask:
“How long should it last?”, “When should we repaint?”, “Is it really time, or can we leave it another year?”, Let’s break it down — simply, honestly, and from the brush’s perspective.
Not all paint jobs are created equal. And in Ireland, weather is king.
Here’s what really affects how long your exterior paint lasts:
We were called to repaint a house that hadn’t been touched in 11 years. You could peel the paint off like a sticker. Moss had climbed up 2 feet on the back wall.
The owner said: “I thought exterior paint lasted forever.”
Not here. Not with this weather.
After a full scrape, wash, repair, prime and two coats of Weathershield — the house looked sharp again.
In Ireland, your house fights the weather all year. Painting the exterior isn’t just about beauty — it’s about protection.
So if it’s been more than 5 years, or if you’re seeing the signs — it’s probably time to repaint. Need a second opinion?
Talk to us — no pressure, just straight advice.