Few home-maintenance projects are as important as exterior painting because paint and caulking form the first line of defense against rain, snow, and ice. And a nice paint job will enhance the curb ...

How much do you charge for window painting? cost to paint window framesNational Avg. Materials Cost per linear foot$0.49National Avg. Cost (labor and materials) for 125 linear foot$296.85National Cost ...

Paint and wood don’t play well together because wood has a propensity to expand and contract when it gets wet and then dries. Most paints can’t take this back-and-forth motion and eventually crack and ...

The new owner of this Dallas home almost rejected it because she didn't like the original paint color. With the help of a paint consultant, she chose new hues that turned the property into the perfect ...

For long-lasting results, apply exterior coatings on mild days. Earthtones tend to retain their color, while other hues, such as bright blue and bright red, will fade more quickly. The thicker the dry ...

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Do you have trouble picking the right colors when it’s time to repaint the outside of your home? Does the thought of choosing the wrong colors scare you silly? The dizzying array of color choices are ...

Deciding what color to paint your house can be difficult, and with the trends shifting on a regular basis it can be hard to figure out where to start. Before you begin, it’s important to consider your ...

If you’re tempted to kickstart your spring cleaning list by doing some exterior painting, have a look at what your local temperatures are meant to do before you start. Water-based exterior paint ...