How long do I wait to paint new siding, after it rains?

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shamumusic asked:


I’m painting brand new hardiPlank fiber-cement siding. How long after a good rain, should I wait to avoid painting over and trapping moisture in the siding? If I got good sun all morning, could I start around noon? Or does it take a few days of good sun todry it out?

Thanks in advance!

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    4 Responses to “How long do I wait to paint new siding, after it rains?”

    1. Mr. KnowItAll Says:
      December 13th, 2009 at 12:57 pm

      The humidity in south carolina couple hours in south carolina couple hours in south carolina couple days.

    2. Chainsaw Says:
      December 15th, 2009 at 3:20 pm

      The manufacturer on their drying time make sure you use latex paint.

    3. knowitall Says:
      December 17th, 2009 at 8:54 pm

      minimum 24hrs don’t paint in direct sunlight

    4. mary f Says:
      December 19th, 2009 at 4:07 pm

      Siding is dry it should be ok.
      The siding is dry it should be ok.