Spraying paint in cold weather.

LV_legend · 11-16-05, 02:54 PM

Anyone good at painting?

I just recently noticed a rust growing near by windshield frame and door frame so that I am now worknig to sand it down to bare metal for painting prep.

I prepared all matching paint and primer, even rust proof spray etc etc, and almost ready to spray paint....

Then, in this cold Michigan, the weather becomes suddenly cold and I see the very first snow TODAY!!!! The very first snow in 2005... dang!

Is it ok to proceed this painting job even in 30~40F degree? The instruction recommends to use the spray in >50~60F at least.... Anyone have any idea/advice?

jno2968326 · 11-16-05, 03:05 PM

if the paint mfg says to use under certain temps then i would be inclined to do so.the cold might not screw up your paint job but then theres the great chance that it will.

bwilder10h · 11-16-05, 03:43 PM

You'll be sorry if you try to paint in 30 degree weather. Worst case scenario, rent a kerosene heater for the week and keep the garage warm until the paint cures.

LV_legend · 11-16-05, 03:49 PM

Ok! Thanks a lot for your prompt responce.

Kerosene heater is good suggestion. Actually, I was going to buy a heater for my garage.

What size would be ideal? It is normal 2 car garage attached to house....

11-16-05, 02:54 PM	#1 (permalink)
LV_legend Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Michigan Posts: 362 iTrader: (1)	Spraying paint in cold weather. Anyone good at painting? I just recently noticed a rust growing near by windshield frame and door frame so that I am now worknig to sand it down to bare metal for painting prep. I prepared all matching paint and primer, even rust proof spray etc etc, and almost ready to spray paint.... Then, in this cold Michigan, the weather becomes suddenly cold and I see the very first snow TODAY!!!! The very first snow in 2005... dang! Is it ok to proceed this painting job even in 30~40F degree? The instruction recommends to use the spray in >50~60F at least.... Anyone have any idea/advice?

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11-16-05, 03:05 PM	#2 (permalink)
jno2968326 Banned Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: tampa,fl. Posts: 1,387 Car 1: 2000 gold 3.5RL and 2001 silver MDX with navi. iTrader: (0)	if the paint mfg says to use under certain temps then i would be inclined to do so.the cold might not screw up your paint job but then theres the great chance that it will.

11-16-05, 03:43 PM	#3 (permalink)
bwilder10h Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Cincinnasti, Ohio Posts: 165 Car 1: 05 TL NBP/Parch iTrader: (0)	You'll be sorry if you try to paint in 30 degree weather. Worst case scenario, rent a kerosene heater for the week and keep the garage warm until the paint cures.

11-16-05, 03:49 PM	#4 (permalink)
LV_legend Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Michigan Posts: 362 iTrader: (1)	Ok! Thanks a lot for your prompt responce. Kerosene heater is good suggestion. Actually, I was going to buy a heater for my garage. What size would be ideal? It is normal 2 car garage attached to house....

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