Experts recommend painting exterior wood siding every seven to 10 years to prevent paint from flaking, bubbling and cracking, which can lead to water exposure, rot, and costly repairs. While the ...

Not long ago in this column, I shared why it’s so hard to preserve exterior wood using any number of products. One of them was paint. You may have been one of the many readers who have written to me.

Dear James: It has been just two years since I last painted the exterior trim and the paint is peeling off. I have to repaint it, but I want to do it right this time. Please give me some advice on how ...

Think carefully before you paint your home's exterior with a bold new color -- Skipping prepation or plaster can cause ...

Editor's note: Your house is your biggest asset. So if it's starting to look a little shabby and painting it has moved to your must-do list, don't be daunted by the prospect. We have information that ...

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Someone who is painting their garage - Aleksandarnakic/Getty Images There's no denying the warmth and charm that wooden garage ...

Muted tones are having their moment — subtle shades that bring your home's exterior to life while tying house and garden together in effortless harmony.