http://www.dannylipford.com DIY Home Improvement Mon, 21 May 2012 04:04:10 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/diy-outdoor-shed-addition/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/diy-outdoor-shed-addition/#comments Sat, 12 May 2012 13:00:34 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=46174 Find out how to increase the storage space in your outdoor shed or workshop by building an addition on the side. Watch this video to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/diy-outdoor-shed-addition/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-design-and-build-a-storage-shed-for-your-yard/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-design-and-build-a-storage-shed-for-your-yard/#comments Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:11:07 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=43461 Find out how to design and build an attractive and functional storage shed for your yard, from building codes and setbacks to framing the shed from the ground up. Watch this video to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-design-and-build-a-storage-shed-for-your-yard/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-make-your-backyard-family-friendly/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-make-your-backyard-family-friendly/#comments Fri, 06 Jan 2012 15:44:44 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=43402 Watch this video to find out how to make your backyard family friendly for kids by adding a privacy fence, play set, and a hot tub or pool. In addition we’ll show you how to build a storage shed and plant a vegetable garden the whole family can enjoy.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-make-your-backyard-family-friendly/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/innovative-shed-designs-for-your-yard/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/innovative-shed-designs-for-your-yard/#comments Mon, 06 Sep 2010 14:00:36 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=16445 A shed can be much more than a simple utility building for storing lawn equipment. These attractive and well designed sheds from Better Barns in Collinsville, Connecticut, can be used as a workshop, gardening shed, artist’s studio, or child’s playhouse. Watch this video to find out more. ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/innovative-shed-designs-for-your-yard/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-build-an-on-grade-shed-foundation/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-build-an-on-grade-shed-foundation/#comments Sun, 05 Sep 2010 15:00:10 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=16443 The simplest way for a DIYer to build a foundation for a shed is by creating what is known as an on-grade foundation. Unlike a foundation with poured concrete footings, an on-grade foundation is constructed by stacking solid concrete blocks directly on the ground. Watch this video to find out more. ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-build-an-on-grade-shed-foundation/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/importance-of-following-building-codes-when-building-a-shed/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/importance-of-following-building-codes-when-building-a-shed/#comments Sun, 05 Sep 2010 12:00:27 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=16441 Even though sheds are small structures, they still have to be approved by your local building department, receive a building permit, and follow building codes during construction. In addition, if you may have to comply with local neighborhood covenants. Watch this video to find out more. ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/importance-of-following-building-codes-when-building-a-shed/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/questions-to-ask-when-building-a-shed-in-your-yard/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/questions-to-ask-when-building-a-shed-in-your-yard/#comments Sat, 04 Sep 2010 15:00:26 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=16439 Before building a garden shed or workshop in your yard, decide on the answers to these questions: How big should the shed be, should the design of a shed match the house, and where should a shed be built? Watch this video to find out more. ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/questions-to-ask-when-building-a-shed-in-your-yard/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/what-to-consider-when-building-a-storage-shed-in-your-yard/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/what-to-consider-when-building-a-storage-shed-in-your-yard/#comments Sun, 23 May 2010 14:00:19 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=13633 Before starting construction on a storage shed in your yard, check the city setback requirements to see how much distance you need to allow from property lines. Next, see if there are any covenants or restrictions concerning the construction, size, or style of storage sheds in your neighborhood. ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/what-to-consider-when-building-a-storage-shed-in-your-yard/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-assemble-a-storage-shed-in-your-yard/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-assemble-a-storage-shed-in-your-yard/#comments Sat, 22 May 2010 15:00:41 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=13631 Storage sheds can either be built from scratch, made from a kit, or delivered to your house preassembled on a truck. When ordering a preassembled shed, be sure you have enough vertical and horizontal clearance to fit and unload the shed in your yard. Watch this video to find out more. ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-assemble-a-storage-shed-in-your-yard/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/show-us-your-shed-contest/ http://www.dannylipford.com/show-us-your-shed-contest/#comments Fri, 31 Aug 2007 14:38:32 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/diy-home-improvement/lawn-and-gardening/show-us-your-shed-contest/ Simply send us a picture of your shed. The most creative and unique entry will receive the Rubbermaid Supreme Garage Organization Kit while the most dilapidated eyesore will win an autographed copy of Joe Truini’s book, Building a Shed , to guide you on your way. ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/show-us-your-shed-contest/feed/ 14