Vinyl siding is a popular and reliable home exterior choice. It is both low-maintenance and easy to clean, plus it comes in a wide variety of colors. Vinyl siding also has an expected lifespan well ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Someone hammering a piece of cream colored siding on an unfinished house. - Photovs/Getty Images Vinyl siding is a popular choice ...

If you have aluminum siding on your home, a fresh coat of paint can protect it and keep your home looking its best. New paint formulations now hold up against the elements and resist fading, and paint ...

When readers ask what the best paint is for aluminum siding in Georgia, the article concludes that traditional latex paints cannot perform under the state's demanding conditions. Ceramic coatings are ...

Dear Lisa: When they installed your vinyl siding years ago, the contractor probably told you it would never need any maintenance. This is true, but the appearance of it can certainly degrade over time ...

Imagine you’ve purchased the almost-perfect house. It has lots of space, an extra bathroom and a nice, neutral decor. The mechanical systems are in good shape, the lawn is terrific and there’s a spare ...

Q. This week: I've done quite a bit of painting on interiors of houses I've owned, but never the exterior. This summer I'd like to paint the outside of my 1950's wood-sided house. What's the best way ...

The painting of cedar shingles column last week elicited several replies. Here are two: Dear Jerry: I have a Cape Cod built 1947, cedar shingles; I like the look. The original paint and all the coats ...

Vinyl siding was created to withstand the elements and not require painting, but there’s plenty of old vinyl out there that could use a new topcoat finish. The key to painting vinyl siding is to use a ...

Homes built with cedar and natural wood fit beautifully into Milton's wooded neighborhoods. Each home has its own warmth and ...

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