00VILLA GUIDE
Planning a villa repaint
Paint is the last layer of a repair, not the repair itself. A repaint that goes over cracks, damp patches, chalky façades or rusting fixings looks good for a season and then fails in the same places. Planning a villa repaint well means fixing what lies underneath first, choosing products for the conditions, and timing the work for the weather.
01PART
Survey before painting
Walk every room and elevation and note cracks, stains, mould, peeling and rust. Each needs its cause dealt with — movement, leaks, humidity or corrosion — before paint goes on.
- List cracks, stains and peeling.
- Find the cause of each.
- Fix leaks and damp first.
02PART
Exterior work
Façades face intense sun. Chalky surfaces need cleaning and stabilising, cracks need flexible repair, and paint must be suited to external exposure. Cooler months give better conditions.
- Chalk-test walls.
- Repair cracks with flexible fillers.
- Schedule for cooler weather.
03PART
Interior work
Inside, kitchens and bathrooms need moisture-resistant finishes, and yellowed woodwork may need a different paint type. Plan room by room so the house stays usable.
- Use suitable finishes in wet areas.
- Address yellowing woodwork.
- Plan rooms in sequence.
04QUESTIONS
- When is the right time to repaint outside?
- In cooler, dry months, when paint cures properly.
- Why does paint peel in bathrooms?
- Moisture behind the film; fix ventilation or leaks first.
- Can I paint over cracks?
- Not without repairing them; they will reappear.
- How long does a repaint take?
- It depends on repairs and size; preparation takes the most time.
- Should the AC be covered during painting?
- Indoor units and grilles are protected from dust and paint during the work, and filters are cleaned afterwards.