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/how-to-prepare-for-a-hurricane-at-the-last-minute/ http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-prepare-for-a-hurricane-at-the-last-minute/#comments Fri, 26 Aug 2011 18:18:56 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=36322 If a hurricane strikes with little warning and catches you unprepared, there are still a number of steps you can take in a short time to prepare for the storm. Read on for some tips on how to keep your family and home safe when a hurricane catches you unprepared.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-prepare-for-a-hurricane-at-the-last-minute/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-prevent-pipes-from-freezing-and-thaw-frozen-pipes/ http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-prevent-pipes-from-freezing-and-thaw-frozen-pipes/#comments Thu, 27 Jan 2011 23:20:55 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=25786 Winter has arrived, and that means bundling up trying to keep warm. The pipes on your house need protection from the cold as well. Read on to find out how to prevent your pipes from freezing and some tips on how to thaw them out safely if they do.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-prevent-pipes-from-freezing-and-thaw-frozen-pipes/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/fall-maintenance-checklist/ http://www.dannylipford.com/fall-maintenance-checklist/#comments Fri, 01 Oct 2010 18:00:46 +0000 Danny Lipford http://new.dannylipford.com/diy-home-improvement/repairs-and-installation/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.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/fall-maintenance-checklist/feed/ 4 http://www.dannylipford.com/easy-ways-to-save-energy-in-your-home/ http://www.dannylipford.com/easy-ways-to-save-energy-in-your-home/#comments Wed, 15 Sep 2010 18:00:32 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=3354 You don’t have to empty your bank account to reduce your energy and water bills. In fact, adopting these simple tips will actually save you money while helping the environment at the same time. So whether you’re interested in going green to reduce your carbon footprint, or gaining green in your wallet, it makes sense to save energy. ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/easy-ways-to-save-energy-in-your-home/feed/ 0 http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-paint-a-room-like-a-pro/ http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-paint-a-room-like-a-pro/#comments Wed, 15 Sep 2010 17:00:43 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=6923 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. ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-paint-a-room-like-a-pro/feed/ 3 http://www.dannylipford.com/tips-for-moving-into-a-college-dorm-room/ http://www.dannylipford.com/tips-for-moving-into-a-college-dorm-room/#comments Sun, 15 Aug 2010 14:55:38 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/diy-home-improvement/design-and-decor/tips-for-moving-into-a-college-dorm-room/ The days when students arrived at college accompanied by a single suitcase or footlocker are long past. Find out what you'll need to bring and how to organize a dorm room to make the most of the limited space.Read on to find out more. ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/tips-for-moving-into-a-college-dorm-room/feed/ 12 http://www.dannylipford.com/inexpensive-backyard-enhancements-for-your-home/ http://www.dannylipford.com/inexpensive-backyard-enhancements-for-your-home/#comments Fri, 23 Apr 2010 23:09:55 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=12957 Here are three easy, do-it-yourself home improvement projects that are sure to enhance the backyard of your home. Whether it's pouring a simulated stone concrete garden path, making your own personalized stepping stones, or building a pressure treated wood trellis, we've got you covered. Read on to find out more. ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/inexpensive-backyard-enhancements-for-your-home/feed/ 1 http://www.dannylipford.com/spring-clean-outside-of-your-home/ http://www.dannylipford.com/spring-clean-outside-of-your-home/#comments Fri, 02 Apr 2010 14:24:36 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=3711 Cleaning and repairing the outside of your home doesn’t have to be a spring project, though it is nice to get outside and enjoy the warm weather after a long, cold winter inside. Here are some often neglected outdoor maintenance projects you might want to consider. ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/spring-clean-outside-of-your-home/feed/ 4 http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-clean-outdoor-patio-and-deck-furniture/ http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-clean-outdoor-patio-and-deck-furniture/#comments Sat, 20 Mar 2010 13:26:42 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=11435 Regardless of whether the outdoor furniture on your patio or deck is made of wood, aluminum, wrought iron, or plastic; it takes a lot of abuse from the elements including sun, rain, snow, and extreme changes in temperature. Read on for some tips on how to clean and protect the furniture on your deck or patio.]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-clean-outdoor-patio-and-deck-furniture/feed/ 2 http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-turn-old-trash-into-new-treasure-for-your-home/ http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-turn-old-trash-into-new-treasure-for-your-home/#comments Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:55:58 +0000 Danny Lipford http://www.dannylipford.com/?p=14546 Rather than throwing out old furniture and other items around your home, why not refinish them for reuse as something new. Not only will you be saving money but you’ll be helping the environment by reducing the load on landfills. Read on for some easy reuse DIY projects for your home. ]]> http://www.dannylipford.com/how-to-turn-old-trash-into-new-treasure-for-your-home/feed/ 0