Why are Barns painted Red? It is said that the farmers added rust to the oil mixture. Rust was plentiful on farms and is a poison to mold and moss, which were known to grow on barns. These fungi would trap moisture in the wood, increasing decay.
Source: HowStuff Works
The Red Rose symbolizes true love and romance
The red and white Coca-Cola logo is recognized by 94% of the world’s population
Source: Steel Magnolia
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Great images! Thanks for joining the challenge!
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I love old red barns! Great photos -:)
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Me too. Thanks! 🙂
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Bonjour Arlene
Wow! things that are red – now that’s right up my artistic street.
Regards
Dan
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Hi there! Yes, I love the beautiful shades of red of your blog photos. I love the color red and so enjoyed this challenge. 🙂
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