Lance Khoury

Knysna's coastal climate—salt air, high humidity, intense sun, and the occasional storm—demands paint and finishes that can handle real punishment. Interior work starts with understanding how moisture moves through older buildings and newer homes alike; getting substrate preparation right is where durability actually lives, not in choosing a fancy brand name. External painting on properties near the water faces UV degradation and salt-spray corrosion that accelerates aging; the prep work, primer selection, and paint system matter far more than the colour chart. Summer's high temperatures affect application and curing times, while winter's dampness means knowing when and how to work. The difference between a paint job that lasts five years and one that holds up for ten or more comes down to respecting the local environment and doing the foundation work properly, not rushing through surface coats.