Q:In an article on restoring an Alameda Victorian, you mentioned exterior painting using three coats: a coat of primer, a second coat of one-half primer and one-half coat of finish paint, and a final ...

Applying a coat of primer before painting can seem like a waste of time to any DIYer in a hurry, especially since many paints come with primer formulated into them. However, in some situations, not ...

Painting the outside of your house is a big job and one you probably don't want to undertake yourself. But a new coat of paint can add value to your home so it's worth the investment. And avoiding ...

Once you're committed to painting your house, you head over to your local home center for the best deal, right? Not necessarily. Our picks typically do show the same cast of characters: Behr (Home ...