http://www.dannylipford.com DIY Home Improvement Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:00:02 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.dannylipford.com/top-10-lawn-and-garden-gift-ideas-for-2011/ http://www.dannylipford.com/top-10-lawn-and-garden-gift-ideas-for-2011/#comments Thu, 01 Dec 2011 22:21:16 +0000 Julie Day http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=40380 There's nothing like a lawn or garden gift to cheer up the gardener on your Christmas or birthday shopping list. With choices ranging from rain barrels to designer tools, you're sure to find something to please everyone on your list. Read on to find out about our top ten gardening gift ideas for 2011.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/top-10-lawn-and-garden-gift-ideas-for-2011/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/garden-groom-product-review/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/garden-groom-product-review/#comments Tue, 04 Oct 2011 21:22:18 +0000 Allen Lyle http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=38331 In this product review, we tested the Garden Groom electric hedge trimmer against a standard trimmer to see which one did a faster and neater job. The Garden Groom claims to produce a cyclonic action that captures and shreds clippings for easy disposal. Watch this video to find out if it measured up!]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/garden-groom-product-review/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/echo-pro-attachment-series-lawn-tools/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/echo-pro-attachment-series-lawn-tools/#comments Wed, 10 Aug 2011 16:23:00 +0000 Jodi Marks http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=35736 To keep your lawn in shape, consider the Echo Pro Attachment Series of portable lawn tools for your yard. Interchangeable attachments can be purchased separately to fit the universal power source engine. Watch this video to find out more.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/echo-pro-attachment-series-lawn-tools/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/guide-to-rechargeable-tool-batteries/ http://www.dannylipford.com/guide-to-rechargeable-tool-batteries/#comments Thu, 05 May 2011 22:13:20 +0000 Julie Day http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=31159 If you've used cordless rechargeable tools over the years, your workshop likely contains a variety of batteries, as this year’s “new thing” soon is replaced by next year's “newest thing.” Read on for a handy guide to help you determine which type of cordless tool battery is right for you.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/guide-to-rechargeable-tool-batteries/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-care-for-a-rechargeable-cordless-tool-battery/ http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-care-for-a-rechargeable-cordless-tool-battery/#comments Thu, 14 Apr 2011 21:40:11 +0000 Julie Day http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=29595 Rechargeable cordless tools are convenient, portable, and ready to use at a moment's notice. Cordless tool batteries last for several years; and with proper care and storage, you can extend battery life and your investment. Read on for some dos and don’ts to help you get the most out of cordless tools batteries.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-care-for-a-rechargeable-cordless-tool-battery/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-remove-rust-using-electrolysis/ http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-remove-rust-using-electrolysis/#comments Fri, 10 Dec 2010 21:23:11 +0000 Julie Day http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=23148 Electrolysis is a great way to remove rust and restore metal without damage the surface as sanding or scraping would. The process works by passing a mild electrical current through an electrolyte bath in which the tool is suspended. While it may sound daunting, the process is actually quite simple. Read on to find out how.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-remove-rust-using-electrolysis/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/top-ten-holiday-lawn-garden-gift-ideas-for-2010/ http://www.dannylipford.com/top-ten-holiday-lawn-garden-gift-ideas-for-2010/#comments Tue, 09 Nov 2010 21:25:54 +0000 Julie Day http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=21446 Our lawn and garden gift ideas for 2010 includes a diverse selection of quality products, from gardening tools and gloves to books and binoculars. And with prices starting at under $5, there's something on the list for everyone. Read on for ten great gift ideas for the gardener on your list.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/top-ten-holiday-lawn-garden-gift-ideas-for-2010/feed/ 2 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/magna-hose-flat-garden-hose-product-review/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/magna-hose-flat-garden-hose-product-review/#comments Mon, 11 Oct 2010 14:00:16 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=17900 While flat garden hoses are nothing new, the Magna Hose claims it will work without having to unroll it first from the reel. I decided to put it to the test to see how well the Magna Hose really works. Watch this video to see how it did.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/magna-hose-flat-garden-hose-product-review/feed/ 3 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/bag-caddy-trash-bag-holder-product-review/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/bag-caddy-trash-bag-holder-product-review/#comments Sun, 10 Oct 2010 14:00:44 +0000 Allen Lyle http://www.dannylipford.com/?post_type=video&p=17896 The Bag-Caddy is a flexible plastic sleeve that fits over a plastic trash bag to hold it open for easy filling, then slips off to dispose of the bag. Watch this video to see how well it works when I put it to the test.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/bag-caddy-trash-bag-holder-product-review/feed/ 2 http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-repair-leaky-garden-hose/ http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-repair-leaky-garden-hose/#comments Mon, 30 Aug 2010 22:00:12 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=16367 Garden hoses often develop leaks over time. Rather than throwing the hose out, repair it by cutting out the damaged part and joining the two pieces back together using a repair kit. Watch this video to find out more. ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/video/how-to-repair-leaky-garden-hose/feed/ 0