After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

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 ...

Vinyl siding can be painted if it's in good shape, but older or damaged siding should be replaced. Only paint vinyl siding a similar or lighter color as darker colors can cause overheating. Vinyl-safe ...

Vinyl siding is a wildly popular exterior covering for a home for good reason: It's inexpensive and durable, often coming with a lifetime warranty. So, it lasts and lasts … and lasts. Does this mean ...

Whether you want to change the color of your vinyl siding or it has seen better days, deciding whether to replace it or paint it is one of the most difficult decisions homeowners can be faced with.

It's fine to be house proud, and nothing shows it better than a couple of coats of fresh paint. But even the toughest exterior paint will probably fail before its time if it's improperly applied or ...

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 ...

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...