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." Curb appeal is something that wraps in a lot of factors. There’s the landscaping to consider, the ...

A trip to the paint store can be a bit like visiting a candy store: lots of delicious choices, but lots of confusion about what to buy. With the vast selection, choosing one right color can cause a ...

We were a house divided. More to the point, we were a house color divided. Four residents (sorry cats, you don't get a vote), four different opinions. Make that at least 24 different opinions, ...

"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 ...

Planning to paint your home’s exterior? Whether you have an ’80s split, a ’50s ranch, a ’70s Cape or a vintage saltbox colonial, you’re likely to choose a historic color with roots dating back to ...

This warm, rich color was popular for home décor back in the 1970s but is making a big comeback in 2026 thanks to its ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. (NEXSTAR) — You may not be able to afford a ...