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 ...

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With the right products and techniques, you can use paint to create the look of wood on any surface. It requires multiple ...

I just built a cedar deck railing. I was going to paint it and call it a day, but now my wife wants me to stain it to show off the wood's texture and color. That sounds like a lot more maintenance ...

Dear Thomas: With proper preparation and application techniques, the paint should not peel for at least twice that long and probably longer. The quality of the paint has some impact on it, but even ...

Exterior paint does more than look nice—it’s a layer of protection against moisture, sun, and temperature swings. If that layer is failing going into winter, you’re more likely to see peeling, mildew, ...

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 ...

Buying a can of paint should be an easy task. But walk into any home center or paint store and you’ll quickly discover that it can be quite daunting: wall-to-wall options and multiple formulations and ...

Understanding how Exterior Window Trim Restoration & Painting contributes to the strength and longevity of a home helps homeowners appreciate why this maintenance step is essential. Trim that remains ...

Your front door is one of the hardest-working parts of your house. Not only does it have to withstand whatever weather Mother Nature throws at it, but it also has to deal with being opened and closed, ...