Ryobi cordless tools make do-it-yourself home improvement easier, but oftentimes, new homeowners don’t have the right ones when they need them. And, buying a new tool for each new project can seriously cut into the savings of doing it yourself. Here’s where the RYOBI ONE+ 18V Cordless 6-Tool Combo Kit can save the day (or … Read more
(MaryTDebs, Getty Images/pixelshot) Hour 1 In Hour 1, learn how to extend your washing machine’s lifespan, remove white stains from brick, drain standing water from your yard and more. How to Make Your Washer Last Longer Regular maintenance can keep your washer running longer.(stevepb/pixabay) The average lifespan of a washing machine is only 10-15 years … Read more
Coolaroo Wheel-Operated Light Filtering PVC Exterior Shades can be used on windows, pergolas, patios, and porches, or anywhere else you would like to block sunlight. (The Home Depot) Outdoor roll-up blinds for your patio solve the problem of late afternoon and early-morning sun glare. No matter where you build your patio (or porch or pergola), … Read more
This week, Danny Lipford chats with Brian Santos, “The Wall Wizard,” about painting. (3 Echoes Content Studio, thewallwizard.com) This week, I’m chatting with painting expert Brian Santos, a.k.a the “Wall Wizard.” Brian is a fourth-generation painting contractor, author of best-selling home improvement books, and has toured for more than 25 years with his “Wizard Workshops” … Read more
Add a touch of texture and rustic flair to any area with a DIY wood wreath. This one is a unique take on a traditional wreath using wood cross sections from a small tree (or wood rounds). Wood rounds are sold at most craft stores, but you can also cut your own if you’ve just … Read more
Low-maintenance backyard living is a must if you love the outdoors. Fortunately, creating a beautiful outdoor oasis is easy with composite decking. A lot of homeowners want an outdoor living space, but don’t want the endless sanding, staining or painting that goes with a wood deck. The solution is beautiful and low-maintenance composite decking. It … Read more
Hear our tips for picking the best pressure-treated lumber and keeping smoke smells out of a chimney. (cmannphoto, Getty Images Signature/schankz, Getty Images) In Hour 1, we talk about sealing out smoke odor from a neighbor, screening in a pool and more. Hour 1 Sealing Out Smoke Odor Sealing your home’s “envelope” is the best … Read more
Hampton Bay’s Solar LED Flicker Flame Path Light enhances any walkway. (The Home Depot) Steps, walkways and heavily trafficked areas of your yard often require path lights to prevent accidents, but the cheap plastic models often don’t last and look somewhat haphazard. So Hampton Bay has introduced the Solar LED Flicker Flame Path Light that’s … Read more
Today’s Homeowner TV host Danny Lipford and Marc Ingram, production manager for Today’s Homeowner Media and 3 Echoes Content Studio. (3 Echoes Content Studio) In this week’s Ask Danny, I’m talking with Marc Ingram about building a barndominum. Marc manages production for the ’Today’s Homeowner’ TV show, radio show and podcast, plus projects for our … Read more
If disaster strikes, will your homeowners insurance cover the cost to replace your home? A basic policy might not be enough to provide peace of mind — you need guaranteed replacement cost coverage. This article is sponsored by Erie Insurance. If your home insurance is lacking, you might be paying out of pocket to rebuild … Read more