http://www.dannylipford.com DIY Home Improvement Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:29:56 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/affordable-family-room-update/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/affordable-family-room-update/#comments Tue, 20 Dec 2011 18:24:28 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=41632 We’re taking on a DIY-friendly interior remodeling project to give new life to a dated family room. Projects include replacing carpet with laminate flooring, adding new molding, painting the walls and trim, putting in a new entry door, and updating the brick fireplace. 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Watch this video with interior designer Marisa Smith to find out more about how to arrange accessories.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-arrange-accessories-on-a-table/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/hvac-duct-cleaning-scam-or-worth-it/ http://www.dannylipford.com/hvac-duct-cleaning-scam-or-worth-it/#comments Thu, 18 Aug 2011 21:24:39 +0000 Julie Day http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=36083 Duct cleaning has become popular in recent years, with commercial cleaning services popping up everywhere. But is the service worth it or just a scam? Read on for information to help you decide whether or not your home might benefit from having the HVAC ducts in your house cleaned.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/hvac-duct-cleaning-scam-or-worth-it/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-keep-your-house-cool-during-a-heat-wave/ http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-keep-your-house-cool-during-a-heat-wave/#comments Tue, 02 Aug 2011 16:58:10 +0000 Julie Day http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=35501 If you’re having problems staying cool during the heat wave this summer, we've got some quick and affordable tips to help you reduce the heat in your home and allow your air conditioner to run more efficiently. Read on to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-keep-your-house-cool-during-a-heat-wave/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/importance-of-preparation-and-priming-before-painting/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/importance-of-preparation-and-priming-before-painting/#comments Thu, 16 Jun 2011 13:00:28 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=34012 To prevent peeling, it’s important to scrap and sand outside wood surfaces, then prime with a quality exterior primer. Priming is important on interior walls as well, to block stains and bold colors. 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Watch this video to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/removing-mold-and-mildew-inside-your-home/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/sealing-a-garage-floor/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/sealing-a-garage-floor/#comments Tue, 01 Jun 2010 07:00:39 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/diy-home-improvement/flooring/sealing-a-garage-floor/ If your garage floor has seen better days, you might want to consider sealing it. Watch this video to find out how to go about it using a two-part epoxy kit from Rust-Oleum. ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/sealing-a-garage-floor/feed/ 24 http://www.dannylipford.com/testing-wall-anchors-and-picture-hangers/ http://www.dannylipford.com/testing-wall-anchors-and-picture-hangers/#comments Mon, 12 Apr 2010 18:00:35 +0000 Ben Erickson http://www.dannylipford.com/diy-home-improvement/design-and-decor/testing-wall-anchors-and-picture-hangers/ Whether it’s a priceless work of art or a collection of family photographs, it’s important that what you hang on your walls stays put. While attaching directly to studs provides the most security, they are often not located in the ideal spot, and screws and nails provide little support in drywall alone. ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/testing-wall-anchors-and-picture-hangers/feed/ 23 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/adhesive-tile-setting-mat/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/adhesive-tile-setting-mat/#comments Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:00:22 +0000 Jodi Marks http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=8256 SimpleMat is a double sided, adhesive sheet that is perfect for attaching tile to a countertop or backsplash. It can be used on drywall, plywood, plastic laminate, or painted surfaces. Simply cut the mat to fit, press in place, peel off backing, and attach tile. SimpleMat is available at The Home Depot. ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/adhesive-tile-setting-mat/feed/ 41