Inside our paint section, we show how to diagnose common paint problems, repaint houses inside and out, prepare surfaces for repainting, deal with lead paint, and more.
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- Appropriate Methods for Reducing Lead-Paint Hazards in Historic Housing
Almost every historic house contains some lead-based paint. Here's how to deal with it. - Exterior Paint Problems on Historic Woodwork & Siding
Purposes of Exterior Paint, Paint Removal Precautions & Techniques, How to Repaint Historic Buildings - Lead Contamination in the Home
Lead poisoning is a threat, especially to young children. This story explores sources of lead in the home - Fighting Mildew
What's a good way to remove mildew from outdoor surfaces? - Whitewash Recipe
I'm searching for a recipe for making whitewash. Can you help? - Paint problems?
Here are causes of (and practical solutions to) conditions that wreck exterior paint. - Exterior finishes for wood
How to choose among wood finishes -- and how to apply them successfully - Removing paint from door hardware
The solution is just a boiling kettle away - Painting fresh plaster
There's a trick to getting paint to stick to new plaster - Painting Wicker
Use an old appliance box to contain spray paint - Water-based clear finishes
Raising the grain first will help you get perfect results - First things first
Quality exterior primers provide many benefits - Painting radiators
An old sock can make short work out of tight spaces - Why house paints fail
... Steps you can take to make sure your paint job stands the test of time. - Paint drips
Here's how to remove paint from brick and masonry - Picking paint
Don't skimp on quality, coverage - A paintbrush in time...
Procrastination in house painting may prove costly - Floor painting
Tips on preparing your wood floor for painting - Painting Historic Interiors
All about historic interior paints and how to choose new paints for historic interiors - Lead Paint - Reducing Your Family's Risk
Lead-based paint is a primary source of lead poisoning, here's how to keep your family safe. - What you should know about using paint strippers
Paint strippers can be dangerous. Here's what you need to know to use these products safely. - Brick Houses
Strip and peel methods tedious but effective for removing paint from brick - Curing paint failure problems on old walls
Help! I painted the walls of my 1935 house - and now the new paint is peeling off in strips. - Brick Houses and Vapor Barriers
Improper installation can cause moisture problems and mold - Painting a Radiator
Revive the look of a cast iron classic with a fresh coat of paint. - Caulk and Moisture
Caulk can seal minor gaps to help keep rain and wind out, but it should not be used as a primary weather barrier. - When To Test For Lead Paint
When buying an old house, it is important to understand the dangers of lead paint. Here's how to determine where it might be and whether to test for it. - No Acrylic Latex Paint for Radiator Pipes
You may not need high temperature paint to touch up radiator pipes.
