Exterior Paints - Page 3 of 4

Tips and Techniques for Painting, Staining, and Finishing
This collection of videos and articles has all the information you need to paint your house right, inside and out
Choosing the Right Deck Finish
The options for penetrating exterior finishes may seem confusing, but there are some clues to help you choose.
Why Pay More for Paint?
Because the binders, pigments, and additives that make long-lasting, durable finishes don’t come cheap.
What’s the Difference: Exterior Paint vs. Solid-Body Stains
While they both protect wood from the elements, there are significant differences between the latex paints and stains made for siding, fences, and other outdoor surfaces.
EndCuts Sealer for Trim
This water-based sealer is a quick and easy way to prime the end cuts of trim and minimize rot.
Bio-based wood sealer
Soyguard
Back-Brushing for a Perfect Finish
Spraying first and then back-brushing is a quick way to ensure an even finish when painting exterior walls and trim.
Exterior Masking
Mask surfaces quickly and easily with the Hand-Masker tool before tackling your next paint job.
A Contemporary Long House
Inspired by Northwest Native American homes, a new retreat points its gabled prow seaward and shows off its structure inside.
Repainting a House: Don’t Be Afraid to Spray
For each hour spent masking, you'll save eight hours of brushing and get a superior paint job.

Page 3 of 4 Previous

Fine Home Building

Newsletter Sign-up

Follow

Fine Homebuilding

Dig into cutting-edge approaches and decades of proven solutions with total access to our experts and tradespeople.
Start Free Trial Now
- Facebook
- Instagram
- X
- LinkedIn
GBA Prime

Get instant access to the latest developments in green building, research, and reports from the field.
Start Free Trial Now
- Facebook
- YouTube
Old House Journal

Learn how to restore, repair, update, and decorate your home.
Subscribe Now
- Facebook
- Instagram
- X

Fine Homebuilding

Dig into cutting-edge approaches and decades of proven solutions with total access to our experts and tradespeople.
Start Free Trial Now
- Facebook
- Instagram
- X
- LinkedIn
GBA Prime

Get instant access to the latest developments in green building, research, and reports from the field.
Start Free Trial Now
- Facebook
- YouTube
Old House Journal

Learn how to restore, repair, update, and decorate your home.
Subscribe Now
- Facebook
- Instagram
- X

Fine Homebuilding receives a commission for items purchased through links on this site, including Amazon Associates and other affiliate advertising programs.

Exterior Paints - Page 3 of 4

Fine Homebuilding Magazine

Fine Home Building

Newsletter Sign-up

We hope you’ve enjoyed your free articles. To keep reading, become a member today.

Exterior Paints - Page 3 of 4

Fine Homebuilding Magazine

Fine Home Building

Newsletter Sign-up

Fine Homebuilding

Green Building Advisor

Old House Journal

Follow

Fine Homebuilding

GBA Prime

Old House Journal

Membership & Magazine

We hope you’ve enjoyed your free articles. To keep reading, become a member today.