Every 5 to 7 years for most Michigan locations. South-facing walls that take the most sun may need attention sooner. You'll know it's time when the paint starts looking chalky, faded, or you see bare wood peeking through.
LP SmartSide holds paint longer than raw wood, so if your building has LP siding, you might get extra years between coats. Vinyl never needs paint. If touching up the paint sounds like more than you want to deal with, vinyl siding is the zero-maintenance choice.



