You know that wearing dark-colored clothing in the sun attracts heat, while lighter colors help reflect sunlight. The same is true for your home’s exterior paint. In fact, darker-colored homes absorb ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Although choosing a new shade might sound pretty simple, there's actually a lot to consider. Think about ...

When painting the exterior of your home, gravitating toward a safe color like beige or gray is easy. It’s neutral, it blends well and neighbors won’t point or complain. But is it interesting? Not ...

Deciding what color to paint your house can be difficult, and with the trends shifting on a regular basis it can be hard to figure out where to start. Before you begin, it’s important to consider your ...

Earthy colors can make your home's exterior look warm and inviting. Keep in mind your home's architecture when deciding which ...

Standing in the aisle of a paint store looking at hundreds of possible swatches is a nightmare scenario for even the most decisive among us. Make that color white, one of the most common house colors ...

Concrete is a popular building material because it is inexpensive and durable. Plain gray exterior concrete — whether in poured-in-place, precast or block form — tends to be a little boring to look at ...

If Earth Day on Sunday has you thinking about recyling, here’s one way it can really pay off: Broward County residents can get free exterior house paint. The county’s “Paint it Broward” program offers ...