Welcome to the Homefront Radio Show
Each week, listeners across the country tune into Homefront for useful advice about their homes. The syndicated call-in radio show is hosted by veteran remodeling contractor Danny Lipford, who is also known for his television appearances as host of Today's Homeowner with Danny Lipford® and home expert for The Weather Channel.
On every show you'll hear Danny, along with Co-Host Allen Lyle, answer questions from listeners about a variety of home topics, and dispense useful tips and information. And you never know what special guest will drop by to share the microphone, a laugh or two, and some home insights as well.
Homefront is informative and entertaining fare for home enthusiasts nationwide.
Design and Decor, Homefront Featured, Kitchens and Baths, Repairs and Installation, Video by Danny Lipford
Installing mosaic tile as flooring or an accent strip requires a bit different technique than laying large tile. Some mosaic tile are held together in squares with a mesh backing, while others employ paper facing. Laying mosaic tile requires a little extra work, but the results are worth it. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.
Featured, Garden Tools & Supplies, Homefront Featured, Lawn and Garden by Julie Day
Sharp tools make all the difference when tackling pruning chores. Plants will recover more quickly from clean cuts, and your muscles will thank you as well. Even quality pruning shears and hedge clippers need sharpening from time to time to maintain their edge, and it makes a great project on a cold or rainy day. Read on to find out how to sharpen your pruning tools.
Homefront Featured, Painting & Finishing, Simple Solutions, Tools & Hardware, Video by Joe Truini
When spraying paint on your house, such as priming the metal flashing under a roof, it’s important to use a shield to keep overspray off nearby objects you don’t want painted. While you can buy metal paint shields, a less expensive solution is to cut a cardboard box into strips, and slip it under the roofing. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.
Homefront Featured, Safety and Security, Simple Solutions, Tools & Hardware, Video by Joe Truini
When using an extension ladder, it’s important to establish the correct angle of the ladder against the house. The general rule of thumb is to position the ladder 1’ from the house for every 4’ of height, so the base of a 16’ tall ladder should be 4’ from the house. Watch this video to find out more. Watch this video.
Container Gardens, Featured, Gardening Basics, Homefront Featured, Houseplants, Lawn and Garden by Julie Day
Late winter/early spring is a great time to repot houseplants since they’re getting ready to begin their spring growth spurt, and we gardeners are so stir crazy that we’re looking for a good reason to get our hands dirty! Here’s what you need to know to successfully repot your houseplants. Read in full.
