So while these Southern designers might not have nothing against a dark paint color, they make some pretty good points on why darker shades should be reserved for elements like shutters and front ...

Select a paint that is durable and specifically formulated for floors, such as an oil-based or latex porch and floor paint.

The color is called "haint" blue, and the story on why we paint with it starts with the Gullah people in 19th century South Carolina.

If you have a big porch, adding furnishings like rocking chairs or porch swings adds to the homey feel. The front door can ...