But why white? Isn’t that counter-intuitive, given the colorful splotches of paint they’re likely to suffer? A Dazzling ...

Brilliantly whitewashed houses are a familiar sight in hot countries, from Morocco to Greece. In fact, white-painted roofs “have been used to cool buildings for centuries”, said The Guardian.

The whitewash mixture can be customized depending on the level of transparency you desire. For a subtle, semi-transparent finish, mix equal parts water and white paint in a container. If you want ...

Similar to paint, wood stains are coloring agents used to change the color or shade of all types of wood. They can lighten or darken the natural tones of the wood or highlight the grain.