Deck painting is a classic summertime project. For any homeowner, no matter his experience level, the key to success lies in the prep work. It sounds as if you've given due attention to this important ...

A. It sounds as if you've given due attention to this important early yet critical phase; others would be wise to follow your example. Ahead, learn why prep is so important before painting a deck and ...

Q: I have an older concrete porch that has never been painted. I will be painting it with patio latex paint. I plan on cleaning with TSP (trisodium phosphate) and then applying a concrete bonding ...

Does painting the porch a certain hue of blue keep out stinging insects—or restless spirits? Mike McGrath, host of You Bet Your Garden, discusses what the color ‘Haint Blue’ can do for you. Plus: Mike ...

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With summer in full swing, families are enjoying the outdoors more often and taking the opportunity to do exterior home improvements. Unsurprisingly, staining a wood deck is often at the top of the to ...

I am in a 115-year-old Victorian house. I have just redone the front wrap-around porch w/ Douglas Fir T&G, all new wood (700sq/ft.). I am torn between painting with oil (alkyd) or water paint. I have ...

Thirteen years. In 13 years, I figure I will have a freshly-painted porch. By that time, I also figure it will be a termite-eaten, water-rotted, sagging, splintering mess. Ready for replacement. But ...