Today's Homeowner With Danny Lipford
Season 10 Episode 3 - Today’s Addition (Pt. 1)
In the first of our two-part Today’s Addition project, we’ll take you through the steps involved in adding a luxurious master bedroom addition, including planning, pouring the foundation, framing the walls and roof, and installing drywall.
Subtitles: English
Directed by:Scott Gardner
Season 10
S10:E01 - 10 Steps to a Successful Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen renovations are one of the most popular home improvement projects around. In this episode we’ll walk you through the 10 step process of revamping your kitchen and examine each of the decisions you’ll have to make along the way.
S10:E02 - DIY Installations
These do-it-yourself home improvement projects cover everything from minor plumbing and electrical repairs to woodworking and laying ceramic tile. Remember, when using or installing any product, it is important to follow the manufacturers’ directions.
S10:E03 - Today’s Addition (Pt. 1)
In the first of our two-part Today’s Addition project, we’ll take you through the steps involved in adding a luxurious master bedroom addition, including planning, pouring the foundation, framing the walls and roof, and installing drywall.
S10:E04 - Today’s Addition (Pt. 2)
In the second of our two-part series on the master bedroom addition project, we complete the landscaping, wood flooring, and breakfast bar, and add some cool amenities including a video answering system and retractable screens.
S10:E05 - Slacker’s Guide to Home Maintenance
It’s easy to let home maintenance projects around the house slide, but if you don’t take care of them now, they can lead to much bigger problems down the road. Here are a few important weekend projects to put on your “to do” list.
S10:E06 - 8 Great Weekend DIY Projects
We’ve got eight great do-it-yourself ideas that are just right for weekend warriors, including building a fireplace mantel, a window seat, a backyard arbor swing, a stepping stone path, and a fabric covered window treatment.
S10:E07 - Bathroom Makeover
The bathroom we are renovating is about 50 years old and measures only 4’ wide by 9’ long. With the exception of the shower, all of the fixtures will be replaced, the floor tiled, new accessories added, and a vent fan mounted in the ceiling.
S10:E08 - Parade of Homes
Whether you’re planning to build a new home or renovate the one you’re in, there’s no better place to see the latest trends than a parade of homes. You’ll find innovative new products, improved construction methods, and cutting edge interior design.
S10:E09 - Regaining Wasted Space
We’ll examine some innovative ways to utilize wasted space, maximize storage, and add additional square footage without increasing the footprint of your home from closet and laundry room makeovers to converting an attic or basement to living space.
S10:E10 - 1970s Kitchen Expansion
We give a whole new look to a vintage 1970s house that is in need of some serious updating. Not only is the kitchen to be completely remodeled, but the wall between the den and living room will be removed to open up the living space.
S10:E11 - Courtyard Conversion
This covered courtyard featured a beautiful fountain, but it received little use during the hot summer months. To remedy these problems, the homeowners decided to enclose it by adding a fireplace flanked by glass doors.
S10:E12 - Budget Kitchen Makeover
You don’t have to hire a contractor and spend a fortune remodeling your kitchen. With a little creativity and by doing much of the work yourself, you can end up with the kitchen of your dreams without breaking the bank.
S10:E13 - Going Green (Pt. 1)
From reducing energy consumption to recycling waste, everyone wants to help the environment. Green living conserves natural resources and cuts down on pollution, but it also has the practical benefit of saving money on your utility bills.
S10:E14 - Going Green (Pt. 2)
Going green isn’t just about preserving the planet, it includes safeguarding your health and saving energy as well. As homes have become more tightly sealed and the use of manmade materials increased, indoor air quality has declined.
S10:E15 - Specialty Ceilings
From vaulted to tray to coffered, it seems like the sky’s the limit for ceilings these days. Specialty ceilings can add a distinctive design element to a room and make it feel larger than it really is.
S10:E16 - The Perfect Workshop
By reusing discarded kitchen cabinets salvaged from past remodeling jobs, we turned this cluttered storage space into the perfect workshop for with tips on workshop wiring, lighting, tool storage, dust collection, workbenches, and more.
S10:E17 - Innovative Ideas From the 2008 International Builders’ Show
The 2008 International Builders’ Show featured some amazing new tools and innovative products for your home including the mold and mildew resistant caulking, magnetic window locks, and polymer based locking sand for paver patios.
S10:E18 - Outdoor Surfaces: Adding a Deck or Patio
Find out how to build a wood deck on your home from laying the foundation and positioning joists to adding steps and railings. Also, see how to dress up a bland concrete patio with score lines, finishes, and a retractable awning.
S10:E19 - Tool Guide: The Right Tool for the Right Job
Having the right tool for your next DIY project can make all the difference. Since expensive specialty tools aren’t needed often, consider renting them from a tool rental center like The Home Depot, rather then buying.
S10:E20 - Sunroom Addition
While this house had a beautiful view, the homeowners could only enjoy it when the weather permitted. With the addition of this great looking sunroom and patio, they’ll be able to take advantage of it all year long.
S10:E21 - Scariest Utility Bill: Door and Window Replacement
As the winners of the Scariest Utility Bill in America contest, this house in Maine was outfitted with new energy efficient windows and doors.
S10:E22 - Kitchen and Bath Industry Show 2008
Almost a thousand exhibitors were on hand at the 2008 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) in Chicago to highlight the latest in innovative products designed for the kitchen or bath including bamboo and glass sinks and dual-flush toilets.
S10:E23 - Family Friendly Backyard
Whether it’s adding a pool or building a playground for the kids, backyards are a perfect place for family activities. No matter what your backyard plans, remember to keep safety in mind when designing your family friendly project.
S10:E24 - Historic Kitchen Renovation
We’re giving the kitchen on this historic home a makeover by painting the existing cabinets, replacing the cabinet doors and drawers, putting in granite countertops, upgrading the wiring and lighting, and replacing the wood floor.
S10:E25 - Better Homes and Gardens Green Works Living Green Tour
Better Homes and Gardens has teamed up with Green Works to sponsor the Living Green Tour. This fifteen city traveling exhibit is designed to raise awareness of green living and showcase environmentally friendly products and ideas.
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