You asked: Should I hire a professional painter or paint my home myself in The Bahamas?
We answer: Both options can work — it just depends on your project size, comfort level, and schedule. The Bahamian climate adds a few extra considerations that can affect your results.
Deciding to Hire a Professional Painter or DIYing Your Home
Here’s how to decide:
DIY painting is great if…
- You enjoy hands-on home projects
- You’re painting a small room or simple area
- You’re working within a tight budget
- You already have or can rent basic painting tools
- You have time to prep, paint, and clean up properly
DIY can be rewarding, but it requires patience — especially in a humid climate where drying times matter.
Hire a professional painter if…
- You’re working on a large or complex project
- You’re painting exterior walls in strong sunlight
- Your home has peeling paint, cracks, or moisture issues
- You want a flawless, long-lasting finish
- You prefer fast, efficient results
Professionals understand how products behave in island weather and know how to avoid common issues.
Climate considerations in The Bahamas
Painting in our tropical environment requires:
- Choosing the right weather window
- Managing humidity and drying time
- Using coatings that resist mold, mildew, and fading
- Working quickly around sudden weather changes
Experienced painters work with these conditions every day.
Which option is right for you?
If you want speed and professional-quality results, hiring a painter is the best choice. If you enjoy the process and the project is manageable, DIY can be a great option.
Either way, your home will benefit from using high-quality Sherwin-Williams paint.
Need help choosing the perfect products for your DIY project — or shopping with your painter? Visit Sherwin-Williams Bahamas today and our team will be happy to help.
