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Get your grill ready for action and make your yard the envy of the neighborhood with a little help from our “Around the Yard” section on dannylipford.com.
How to Build a Brick Paver Patio in Your Yard
 Laying a patio made from brick pavers makes a good DIY project for your home. Here's how to go about it: - Start by established a border around the patio.
- Fill the patio space with several inches of base material—such as crushed granite, recycled crushed concrete, or coarse sand—to provide a firm foundation and aid in drainage.
- Use a straight piece of lumber as a screed board to distribute and level the base material.
- Compact the base material using either a motorized plate compactor or a hand tamp.
- Lay the pavers on the base material, making sure they're level.
- Sweep sand or a sand polymer mix into the cracks between the pavers.
Watch this video to learn more. Making a Year-Round Pledge on Earth Day
 Earth Day is celebrated worldwide on April 22nd. While many people join their local crews for a day to clean up their community, there are ways you can make a lasting impact on the environment by making your home a little greener. In addition to recycling plastic and paper, make sure to recycle those old electronics. Turning off the water while brushing your teeth saves a surprising amount of water. Replacing your HVAC air filter regularly, and adding more insulation to your home can also make a big difference in your carbon footprint and bottom line. Here's more simple ways to go green on a shoestring Stay Safe this Spring
 Springtime for many people brings extra cleaning and yard work, but if you're not careful, it also brings a trip to the ER. To avoid an accident keep a few things in mind: - Before starting a project, put on proper protective clothing for the task -- a hat, gloves or goggles, as appropriate.
- When trying to reach high areas in your house, use a small ladder or sturdy step-stool rather than risk standing on furniture that could tip or slide.
- Avoid long periods of repetitive-motion activities such as raking, digging or pruning while doing yard work. Take frequent breaks and replenish fluids to prevent dehydration.
Finally, most injuries occur when you are in a rush doing a task, so take your time. | | Danny's Advice On the Air |  |  | | Tune in to Danny's weekly syndicated radio show Homefront each Saturday morning. Hear the show online or subscribe to podcast on iTunes. | | |  | | Upcoming Shows | April 4-10
Kuppersmith Project Part 10 – We're tackling as many details as we can this week. There's lattice to be installed, an irrigation system to start and a whole new look inside the garage. | April 11-17
Kuppersmith Part 11 – Plumbing and electrical fixtures go in. And as the weather starts warming outside the landscaping of this historic home heats up too. | April 18-24
Kuppersmith Part 12 – The frenzy of activity at the Kuppersmith Project reaches a peak. The outside is covered with landscapers while the inside is a beehive of last minute touch-ups. | April 25-May 1
Kuppersmith Part 13 – After six months of work it's time for the decorators and photographers to take over at the Kuppersmith Project. It's complete and you don't want to miss this tour! | | To find the show in your area, check out our local listings. |  | |
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