Contributor for CBS The Early Show

Since 2000, Danny Lipford has made over 100 appearances as home improvement contributor for The Early Show on CBS. During that time he's appeared live from their studios in New York, at industry trade shows, and from various locations across the country. Whether he's highlighting the latest innovative products for your home or sharing helpful do-it-yourself tips with an audience of over three million households, Danny's extensive home improvement expertise is both informative and easy to understand.

Past Appearances

Fall Home Maintenance Checklist

CBS The Early Show, Exterior, Featured, Lawn and Garden, Repairs and Installation by Danny Lipford

Fall Maintenance Checklist

With the feel of fall in the air, it’s time to think about getting your home ready for colder weather. Much of the routine maintenance that needs to be done this time of year will not only help keep you cozy this winter, it will also save money on your heating bill and protect your biggest investment—your home. Read in full.

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How to Hang Anything on Anything

CBS The Early Show, Featured, Repairs and Installation, Tools & Hardware by Danny Lipford

How to Hang Anything on Anything

Walk down the hardware aisle of any home center, and you’ll find an overpowering array of wall anchors and picture hangers. While it’s easy enough to drive a nail or screw into a stud, you may not know how to secure items to the wall between studs or in hard surfaces like brick or concrete. Read on to find out about using wall anchors and picture hangers in your home. Read in full.

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How to Paint a Room Like a Pro

CBS The Early Show, Featured, Painting & Finishing by Danny Lipford

How to Paint a Room Like a Pro

Painting a room is a common do-it-yourself project around the home. While it’s not that difficult to do, it’s important to know the tricks of the trade on how to go about it before you break out a roller or brush. Read on to find out more. Read in full.

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Better Homes & Gardens Home Improvement Challenge 2009 Winners

CBS The Early Show, Design and Decor, Featured by Danny Lipford

Better Homes & Gardens Home Improvement Challenge 2009 Winners

Better Homes and Gardens received over 3,000 entries in their 2009 Home Improvement Challenge. A number of impressive home improvement projects competed for more than $60,000 in prize money in categories that ranged from kitchens and baths to renovation and decorating. Read in full.

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DIY Faux Granite Finish for Kitchen Countertops

CBS The Early Show, Featured, Kitchens and Baths, Painting & Finishing by Danny Lipford

DIY Faux Granite Finish for Kitchen Countertops

If you’re tired of your old plastic laminate kitchen countertops but don’t want the expense of replacing them with stone, this faux granite painting kit might be just the answer. The DIY friendly kit can make almost any surface—from plastic laminate and solid surface countertops to mantels and tabletops—look like the real thing. Read in full.

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