http://www.dannylipford.com DIY Home Improvement Sat, 11 Feb 2012 21:41:02 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/hampton-bay-wireless-ceiling-fan-remote-control/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/hampton-bay-wireless-ceiling-fan-remote-control/#comments Tue, 07 Feb 2012 22:46:02 +0000 Jodi Marks http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=44515 The Hampton Bay Wireless Remote Control for ceiling fans can be used to control the fan and lights on many different brands of paddle fans. To install, turn off the power to the fan, attach the controller to the wiring, and you’re ready to go. Watch this video to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/hampton-bay-wireless-ceiling-fan-remote-control/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/safety-concerns-and-options-for-energy-saving-lighting/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/safety-concerns-and-options-for-energy-saving-lighting/#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:44:10 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=44307 Jesse asks, “Are compact fluorescent bulbs really worthwhile? I heard they have mercury in them. Are there any other options?”

CFL bulbs do contain a small amount of mercury, and safety precautions should be followed if broken. Watch this video to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/safety-concerns-and-options-for-energy-saving-lighting/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-get-the-best-lighting-out-of-bathroom-light-fixtures/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-get-the-best-lighting-out-of-bathroom-light-fixtures/#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:58:22 +0000 Joe Truini http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=44280 See how to get the most flattering light out of your bathroom light fixture by changing the type of bulbs or inverting the light fixture so it faces the ceiling. Watch this video to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-get-the-best-lighting-out-of-bathroom-light-fixtures/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/kuppersmith-home-renovation-project-11-wiring-and-plumbing/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/kuppersmith-home-renovation-project-11-wiring-and-plumbing/#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:32:22 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=44230 The Kuppersmith home renovation project follows the extensive renovation of a two-story, Tudor style home built in 1926 in Mobile, Alabama. In the eleventh of our 13-part series, we installed plumbing fixtures, wired outlets and switches, and installed door hardware on the house.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/kuppersmith-home-renovation-project-11-wiring-and-plumbing/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/landscaping-and-deck-lattice-home-improvement-projects/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/landscaping-and-deck-lattice-home-improvement-projects/#comments Tue, 24 Jan 2012 19:07:26 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=44027 See how we landscaped a steep hillside to prevent erosion, added removable latticework panels around a deck to dress up an outdoor living space, and added wiring and lighting to a workshop. Watch this video to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/landscaping-and-deck-lattice-home-improvement-projects/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-keep-your-home-safe-from-fire-and-other-hazards/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-keep-your-home-safe-from-fire-and-other-hazards/#comments Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:35:14 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=43614 Watch this video to find out how to make your home safe by installing smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, information on fire extinguishers and how to use them, testing for lead and radon gas, and child safety tips.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-keep-your-home-safe-from-fire-and-other-hazards/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/diy-security-and-wildlife-video-cameras-for-your-home/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/diy-security-and-wildlife-video-cameras-for-your-home/#comments Wed, 07 Dec 2011 23:03:31 +0000 Allen Lyle http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=40966 DIY friendly video cameras that operate using a motion senor are available that can record activity outside your home both day and night. They’re easy to install and can help make your house more secure. Watch this video to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/diy-security-and-wildlife-video-cameras-for-your-home/feed/ 2 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-protect-electronic-devices-in-the-workshop/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-protect-electronic-devices-in-the-workshop/#comments Sun, 04 Dec 2011 14:00:34 +0000 Joe Truini http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=40613 Watch this video to find out how to protect electronic devices – such as smartphones, tablet computers, and calculators – from dust and glue in the workshop by sealing them in a plastic storage bag.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-protect-electronic-devices-in-the-workshop/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/fire-shield-surge-protector-from-first-alert/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/fire-shield-surge-protector-from-first-alert/#comments Sat, 03 Dec 2011 14:00:25 +0000 Jodi Marks http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=40608 Watch this video to find out about First Alert Fire Shield Surge Protector which not only protects against spikes and surges, but goes even further by monitoring the devices plugged into it for frayed wires to prevent fires.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/fire-shield-surge-protector-from-first-alert/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/innovative-light-switches-and-timers-for-your-home/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/innovative-light-switches-and-timers-for-your-home/#comments Mon, 28 Nov 2011 21:58:05 +0000 Allen Lyle http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=40235 Watch this video to see some innovative new light switches and timers that can bring the lighting in your home into the 21st century, including a 7-button timer, room occupancy sensor, wireless wall switch, and dusk to dawn flood light controller.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/innovative-light-switches-and-timers-for-your-home/feed/ 0