Fall Fix-Ups

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Host of Today's Homeowner and Homefront, Home Expert for the Weather Channel

October 2010

Fall is a great time to do a few projects before the weather chill sets in from cleaning out your gutters to weather stripping and a lot more.

Exit Strategies on Homefront

We'll do just about anything for our pets, even be their personal doorman. But it's easier if you just install a pet door. Danny discusses their advantages and offers a cautionary tale in this recent clip from his weekly radio show Homefront.

Tune in each Saturday morning or hear the show online anytime. If you've got a home question for Homefront, call 800-946-4420.

Danny Says…

When painting a room, the work should be done in the following order:

1. Prep: Clean surfaces and repair any defects.
2. Prime: Where needed, prime the walls and trim.
3. Caulk: Fill any gaps or cracks with caulk.
4. Ceiling: Paint ceiling first to prevent drips on walls.
5. Walls: Apply paint to walls using a roller.
6. Trim: Paint trim last to avoid roller splatter.
7. Cleanup: Clean brushes and rollers, remove drop cloths, and replace furnishings.

Visit dannylipford.com for more painting tips

 

 

Don't Try this at Home

As tempting as it might be to burn your backyard piles of leaves, it's not advisable. The practice is banned in many places, plus there are health consequences to consider. According to the EPA, the open burning of leaves produces particulate matter and hydrocarbons, which contain a number of toxic, irritant, and carcinogenic compounds. Leaf smoke also contains carbon monoxide.

What's a better solution? Composting, which doesn't cause health or fire hazards and can be beneficial to gardens and lawns.

Danny's Advice Online

• Fall Maintenance Check List
• Bathroom Storage Space Ideas
• Fall Lawn Care Guide
• 10 Home Improvement Tips under $50
• Paint Before the Cold Arrives

Danny's Advice On Air

Upcoming Shows

• September 27-October 3
  As Seen on TV Part 2 –  We're putting all those wonder-gadgets hawked on TV by pitchmen to the test.  
• October 4–10
  Building Green  – A small town builder explains his latest new green home and the process he used to create it.
• October 11-17
  Bath Makeover – Simple upgrades make a big difference in this project.
• October 18-24
  Faux or No – Danny and the team explore some materials for your home that aren't exactly what they seem. 
• October 25-31
  Kitchens for the Long Haul – Many people renovate the kitchen to improve re-sale, but these folks did it for long-term enjoyment.
• To find the show in your area, check out our local listings

 

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