An interior paint job is a quick and easy way to alter the atmosphere of a space drastically. The right colors in the right places can make a room feel bigger or smaller, modern or vintage. The possibilities are truly endless! However, if you’re not looking to change the feel of your space, it can be hard to know when it is time for a fresh coat of interior paint. The interior of your home rarely requires as much maintenance as the exterior of your home, but that doesn’t mean you can neglect it completely. CertaPro Painters® are here to help homeowners know when it is time to paint the interior of their homes. Let’s get started!

How Often Should You Paint Interior Walls?

There are a few areas in the home that receive significantly more traffic than the rest of the home. Hallways, kitchens, and bathrooms are the top three areas that will need the most maintenance. The walls in these spaces are prone to scuff marks, dents, and fingerprints that make the surface look dirty. Kitchens and bathrooms also have to deal with elements such as smoke, steam, and grease. To keep your best foot forward, we recommend painting these high-traffic areas every two to five years depending on use.

How Often Should You Paint Ceilings?

On the opposite end of the use spectrum is ceilings. There typically isn’t a lot of damage done to ceiling paint unless there are more significant problems going on in your home. Water damage and cigarette smoke are the most common reasons for ceiling paint damage. In this case, we recommend having a professional look into these problems as soon as possible. Otherwise, your ceiling can go on the way they are until you decide you’d like otherwise. If you are already painting the walls in a room, consider looking up to make an impactful change.

How Often Should You Paint Baseboards and Trim?

Baseboards and trims are a completely unique element of your house to deal with. However, like those high-traffic areas, baseboards and trims typically face a lot of damage. They often endure vacuums, foot traffic, and runaway toys. We recommend painting these surfaces every two years. More importantly, though, make sure that you are cleaning these areas. Failure to do so will result in quicker paint deterioration and avoidable damage will pile up.

Listen to Your Gut

How often you should paint the interior of your house is very individualized to each family. At the end of the day, trust your judgment in whether or not a room needs to be repainted. If there is a lot of wear and tear on the walls or the color just looks dull, then it’s probably time for a repaint. You should also take into consideration how well the original paint job was done. If it was done professionally and the right steps were taken then it is likely to last longer.

Interior Paint with CertaPro Painters®

Whether you’re unsure whether your home needs a new coat of paint right now, an expert may be able to help. A professional interior paint professional can also help you determine if there is any underlying damage that should be treated before a paint job can begin.

CertaPro Painters® of Fredericksburg offers free in-home estimates on a variety of interior house painting services. Call today to schedule your free consultation at 540-898-2400 or fill out our free, no-obligation form and let our painters take care of the work for you.