It’s common sense: When it’s hot outside, don’t put on a dark shirt—wear white instead. A team of researchers at Purdue University has put this common knowledge to work to figure out ways to cool ...

Cities across the U.S. have found relief from this summer’s record-setting heat with the help of technologies that shield roofs, pavement and other surfaces from the sun’s scorching rays. Some of ...

When your exterior paint is wrong, even perfectly straight trim can suddenly look wavy, crooked, or out of square. The culprit is often not the carpenter’s work but the color and sheen you chose for ...