metropolitan home improvements: October 2010

Friday, 29 October 2010

Halloween and Home Improvement

November 2010

Happy Halloween! The Kuppersmith Project is well underway. And, as the weather turns colder, it's time to do some winterizing projects.

Fireplace Safety for Your Home

A fireplace makes for a cozy setting, but it can be a safety hazard. Keep the following in your home:

Fire Extinguisher: You should have one for every 600 square feet of living space and on each floor.
Smoke Detector: Since smoke rises, they should be installed high up on walls or on the ceiling on every floor and in or near bedrooms.
Carbon Monoxide Detector: Install them on every level of the home as well as in or near all sleeping areas.

Play it safe and you'll get plenty of enjoyment from your fireplace this winter.

"ACT" To Reduce Energy Bills

To lower energy bills in your home, Danny advises that you stick to the acronym "ACT".

A - Adjust your thermostat. For every degree you lower your thermostat,you can save 2-3% on your energy bill.

C - Change your habits. Unplug electronics, put your computer on sleep mode, wash your clothes in cold water.

T – Take the initiative. Plug up those leaky doors and windows with caulk and weather stripping.

See more tips on this clip from The Early Show on CBS.

The Possibilities of Plastic

Danny has recently partnered with Plastics Make it Possible^SM, an initiative sponsored by the plastics industries of the American Chemistry Council, to feature the many ways that innovative plastic products are used in both renovations and new construction.

As part of the relationship, Danny has developed a series of do-it-yourself videos that feature the use of various types of plastic products such as insulating foams, plastic composite lumber, and vinyl windows. Plastic building materials are used throughout the home for insulation, sealants, molding, plumbing, roofing, decking and more. Many of these products can help increase a home's energy efficiency and reduce its environmental impact.

"The advantages of plastic home building products include their durability, versatility, and ability to save energy," said Danny.

The videos are featured on both plasticsmakeitpossible.com and dannylipford.com.

Danny's Advice Online

Danny's Advice On Air

Tune in to Danny's weekly syndicated radio show Homefront each Saturday morning. Hear the show online or on podcasts at iTunes.

Upcoming Shows

October 25-31
Kitchens for the Long Haul – Many people renovate the kitchen to improve resale, but these folks did it for long-term enjoyment.
November 1-7
Win Danny's Crew for a Day – A homeowner gets a day full of improvements from Danny and the crew and the timing couldn't be better for this growing family.
November 8-14
Top Ten Investment Improvements – What home improvements make sense when you're looking for a return on your investment?
November 15-21
A Pet-Friendly Home –
We feature ideas to
make your home
more accommodating
for those four-legged members of your family.
November 22-28th
300th Episode – A funny look back at 12 years of home improvement history with Danny and the cast and crew.
November 29-Dec. 5th
As Seen on TV Part 2 – We're putting all those wonder-gadgets hawked on TV by pitchmen to the test.
To find the show in your area, check out our local listings

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