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Article: Painting house pays off in long run
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- Chicago Sun-Times
- Article date:
- July 13, 2003
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Now I know there aren't too many of you out there who get excited
about house painting season, aside from my TV co-host, Matt Fox.
Because, let's face it, it's golfing, bike riding and swimming season
as well. And all those activities sound so much more fun. Well, they
are, but keeping the exterior of your house in shape pays you back in
many ways.
First, paint does help to preserve your home. It's protective
coating. Also, selecting a nice combination of colors that might be a
little daring can make your home stand out on your street and
actually add to it's curb appeal and value. Painting might even get
your neighbors inspired to fix up their homes as well, and everyone
wins. So, let's ...