Exterior Paints & Finishes

Old House Journal’s compendium of articles about painting and finishing methods for old houses, including paint schemes, color matching, and traditional materials.

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Exterior Paints & Finishes

The Complete Guide to Painting Your House

Expert advice on painting your house: prepping, paint types, tools, and cleanup.

Exterior Paints & Finishes

Exterior Paint Color Schemes

Help for one of the biggest decisions homeowners have to make: choosing paint colors for the outside of your house.

Exterior Paints & Finishes

Creating an Exterior Paint Scheme

Creating a paint-color scheme, and the importance of placement.

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Deck Paint vs. Stain

Finish options for porch flooring.

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Easy Fixes for Curb Appeal

So-called curb appeal is a common concern among real-estate agents—but it also matters to those of us staying put. Here are some low- to medium-cost improvements that’ll brighten the neighborhood.

Exterior Paints & Finishes

How To Choose Paint Colors for Victorian Houses

Looking for a color scheme for your Victorian? We show you how to put one together.

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Choosing Victorian Paint Colors

Author Brian Coleman gives us the inside scoop on how he selected the Victorian house paint colors for his fanciful Queen Anne.

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