Winter isn't ideal for an exterior painting project, but that doesn't mean you can't do it. Discover our expert's top advice ...

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.

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

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 ...

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 ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Before you toss out an old piece of wood furniture, consider giving it new life with a fresh coat of paint; but it might be time to put down ...

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 ...