Best Paint for Metal of 2026
We tested metal paints from Rust-Oleum, POR-15 and Krylon to find the best for railings, rusted frames, low-prep jobs and high-heat parts.
Paint Reviews
We analyze thousands of real customer reviews and product data to surface the best paint picks — so you can buy with confidence.
Best Spray Paint of 2026
We tested spray paints for wood, metal, plastic, and touch-ups. Picks cover fast-drying gloss, rust protection, budget coverage, and matte finishes.
Best Primer for Aluminum of 2026
We tested aluminum primers for bare metal, painted surfaces, and weld seams. Here's what bonds, what lasts, and which can to buy.
Best Spray Paint for Metal of 2026
We tested spray paints on railings, chairs and bare steel. Our picks for metal: a rust-blocking enamel, a value six-pack and a one-can option.
Best Spray Paint for Plastic
We tested spray paint on plastic and picked a forgiving gloss default, a bonding formula for slick surfaces, and a UV clear coat for outdoor pieces.
Best Exterior Primers of 2026
We tested exterior primers on siding, trim, metal, and masonry. Here are the ones that hold: an all-surface acrylic, a bonding primer, and a rust primer.
Best Epoxy Paint for Concrete Pools of 2026
We compared epoxy pool coatings for coverage, working time, finish, and prep so you can choose the right one for a concrete pool.
Best Metal Primer of 2026
We tested metal primers for bare steel, rusted railings, and painted gates, then picked for adhesion, rust protection, and easy cleanup.
Best Basement Floor Coatings of 2026
We tested basement floor coatings on dry, damp, and shop floors. Here's what holds up, and what to do before you open a can.
Best Paint for Metal Roofs of 2026
We compared metal-roof coatings for flexibility, reflectivity, coverage, and application, and picked the best for full roofs, heat, and small repairs.
Best Paint for Wood Crafts of 2026
We tested acrylic craft paints on wood to find the ones that cover in fewer coats, dry matte, and come in a color range worth keeping on the shelf.
Best Primer for Wood of 2026
We tested primers for bare, stained, glossy, and knotty wood. These are the best brush-on and spray picks for cabinets, trim, furniture, and repairs.
Best Semi-Transparent Deck Stains of 2026
We tested semi-transparent deck stains to find the ones that color evenly, hold up to weather, and forgive a first-timer's technique.
Best Spar Varnish for Boats and Outdoor Wood of 2026
We compare spar varnishes for UV resistance, gloss, recoat time, and cleanup to find the best clear finish for boats and outdoor wood.
Best Tile Paint of 2026
A two-part kit that covers a whole surround, a budget box with the tools included, and a spray for trim, plus what actually makes tile paint last.
Best Chalkboard Paint of 2026
We painted walls, doors, tabletops, and jars to find chalkboard paint that writes smooth, erases clean, and holds up — brush-on, spray, and craft sizes.
Best Concrete Paint of 2026
We tested concrete paints for garage floors, patios, and basement walls. Here's what covers well, holds up, and suits your surface.
Best Concrete Sealers of 2026
We tested concrete sealers on driveways, patios, and basement slabs to find the best picks, from invisible penetrating formulas to wet-look acrylics.
Best Deck Sealer of 2026
We sealed test decks with eight exterior wood sealers to find the best for everyday decks, big jobs, clear finishes, and exotic hardwood.
Best Deck Stains of 2026
We tested deck stains and sealers for water-based, oil-based, clear, tinted, and hardwood decks, so you can pick the right one for your wood.
Best Exterior Wood Stains of 2026
We tested exterior wood stains on decks, fences, and siding to find the ones that hold color, shed water, and last.
Best Oil-Based Deck Stains of 2026
We tested oil-based deck stains for forgiving application, rich color, and weather protection to find the best pick for softwood and hardwood decks.
Best Paint for Furniture of 2026
Five furniture paints we tested for brush feel, coverage, dry time and finish — plus which suits a dresser, a whole room or a spindle chair.
Best Paint for Glass of 2026
We tested glass paints for privacy frosting, dishwasher-safe color and party lettering, and picked the bottles worth buying for each job.