Q. I had my two-story home painted in 1996 for the second time in about 13 years. I was careful to instruct the painter to scrape loose paint and caulk where needed. I noticed bad peeling on the west ...

There are two kinds of cracks in old lath and plaster walls. Both can be repaired, but one is a much more serious problem. By Ronda Kaysen Q: Our Gramercy co-op was built in 1929. The thick plaster ...

Q I'm buying a 1937 bungalow with the original plaster walls and coved ceilings. Before I move in, I would like to wash the walls and ceilings and paint. Are there any special products I should use ...

A hairline crack appears near the switchboard. At first, it feels harmless. Then a faint uneven patch forms where the wall meets the ceiling. Months later, the paint begins to peel slightly at the ...