Avoid issues with your exterior painting project by finding the right paint type for you and your home before diving in. There are three main types of paint formulas: acrylic, latex and oil-based.

Q:In an article on restoring an Alameda Victorian, you mentioned exterior painting using three coats: a coat of primer, a second coat of one-half primer and one-half coat of finish paint ...

If you ask Google how long an exterior paint job can be expected to last, the answer it spits back is from five to 10 years. But let's face it: many homeowners wait much longer to update their ...

A. If you’re comparing a latex interior paint against a latex exterior paint, some solvents and chemicals in them may differ. The chemistry behind today’s paint components defines them for ...

100% of the fees we collect are used to support our nonprofit mission. Learn more. Old paint on the exterior of your home can be just as much a risk as old paint on the inside, if not more so.

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 ...

When it comes to picking a new exterior paint color, you can’t go wrong with a classic neutral. But if you want to stand out (just a bit!) from block after block of white houses, consider giving ...

To help lead you in the right direction, here, we surveyed a range of interior designers and got their recommendations for the best exterior paint colors. Many agreed that you can’t go wrong ...

You want an exterior paint that stands up to the elements—the sun, the rain, the snow—and also resists dirt and mildew. To see which last the longest, Consumer Reports tested 15 paints ...

Miller Paint’s new Northwest Color Collection includes 132 interior and exterior choices, from White Pepper and Garden Moss to Lagoon Lullaby and Mulberry, all with gray undertones. Barn Rafter ...