Many exterior stair landings of older homes have metal railings that provide a sturdy barrier and firm gripping surface to assure safe footing. But when the painted surface becomes chipped at high-use ...

Q:I have galvanized steel railings that were painted a few years ago with two coats of epoxy paint. Now it is peeling off in large chunks. I can't seem to get a definitive answer from the painters ...

Q. We recently purchased an older home with brick on the front that’s been painted white. The siding is white also, so it looks somewhat boring. I would like to “age” or “distress” the brick, but I ...