<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Taylor Homolka Painting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taylor Homolka Paint]]></description><link>https://www.taylorhomolkapainting.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:18:08 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.taylorhomolkapainting.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Brick staining vs painting: which lasts longer in Colorado and why the answer may surprise you]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brick Staining vs. Painting: Which Lasts Longer in Colorado? For Colorado homes, brick staining offers superior longevity over painting because its breathable, penetrating formula is uniquely suited to survive high-altitude UV exposure and intense freeze-thaw cycles. While paint forms a surface film that can trap moisture and fail, stain becomes part of the brick, ensuring durability. Choosing a finish for your home's exterior is a significant decision, especially in a state with a climate as...]]></description><link>https://www.taylorhomolkapainting.com/post/brick-staining-vs-painting-which-lasts-longer-in-colorado-and-why-the-answer-may-surprise-you</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a37fd14882ec6a3ac5e12d</guid><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:11:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f4175e_86499d41a806460ebeb88e9e8a270d09~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>trhpainting</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should I Stain or Paint My Deck in a Dry Climate?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Should I Stain or Paint My Deck in a Dry Climate? A Definitive Guide In a dry climate, a high-quality penetrating stain is almost always a better choice than paint for your deck. Stains work by soaking into the wood to combat UV damage and extreme temperature swings, fading gracefully over time. Paint forms a surface film that inevitably cracks and peels, creating a costly, recurring maintenance problem. Choosing a finish for your deck—whether it's pressure-treated wood, cedar, or...]]></description><link>https://www.taylorhomolkapainting.com/post/should-i-stain-or-paint-my-deck-in-a-dry-climate</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a3a5b93a2716aeb21ac509</guid><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:11:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f4175e_65ff843018434999afc98b5dc540481c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>trhpainting</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>