Lightmen Daily

If you’ve ever looked at your home’s exterior and thought, “Wasn’t this a deeper color last year?” — you’re not imagining things. Fading paint in direct sunlight is a real thing, and it doesn’t affect all paints equally. In this article, I’m going to walk you through everything you need to know about paint fade, from color choices to pro-level prevention tips.

You’ve probably seen those little signs in shops or heard a contractor say, “Cash gets you a deal.” But how exactly do cash discounts work? And are they even worth offering—or asking for?