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Exterior paint links
For interior paint, please see our companion ConsumerSearch report.
The article "Why is My Paint Peeling?" at ThisOldHouse.com offers in-depth discussion from government and paint industry experts about latex vs. oil exterior paint, and situations in which one is better than the other.
ThisOldHouse.com also offers tips on picking house paint.
The U.S. Forest Service has done decades of research on exterior paints and stains for wood. Its fact sheet, "Paint, Stain, Varnish, or Preservative? It's Your Choice," does an excellent job explaining the pros and cons of different types of exterior finishes.
The U.S. Forest Service also offers a separate fact sheet about staining siding.
Tim Carter, a veteran contractor who writes the syndicated "Ask the Builder" column, weighs in on the topic of paint vs. stain for a house's exterior.
A BobVila.com article, "Deck Maintenance: Sealing and Staining," provides helpful information about oil- vs. water-based stains.
The Learning Channel offers a guide to exterior paints.
A Dec. 1, 2007, Washington Post article by Katherine Salant, "Gauging a Paint's Performance Before It Hits the Wall," includes a detailed explanation of paint ingredients and relative quality.
The Rohm and Haas Paint Quality Institute has many helpful articles.
The National Paint & Coatings Association is a professional association that offers advice for consumers. Topics include lead information and what to do with leftover paint.
Syndicated columnists James and Morris Carey offer several good articles, including "All You Ever Wanted to Know About Painting," "Comparing Oil and Latex Paint" and "Good Paint Means Good Results".
A DoItYourself.com article, "Exterior Repainting Tips and Techniques," includes information from Michigan State University Extension.
Paul Bianchina's column for the real estate website Inman News gives advice on how to pick paint colors.
The Better Homes and Gardens magazine article "Exterior Colors and Home Style" gives color suggestions for 12 different styles of houses, such as Victorian, split-level and ranch.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency provides an informative article about lead in the home, including lead in old paint.
Van Sickle Paints offers a paint FAQ and exterior painting checklist to help paint shoppers.
The Home Depot's exterior paint buying guide offers advice about whether to pick oil or latex (acrylic) paint and more.
Lowe's also offers an exterior paint buyer's guide.
The Paint and Decorating Retailers Association provides links to independent local paint dealers.
Paint manufacturers have how-to advice, as well as extensive information about their products:
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