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This kitchen was in need of a major update. Danny and the homeowners opened up the living space and made the kitchen an integral part of the house. Adding style and function to make the perfect kitchen expansion.

Danny and the homeowners add some much needed space by enclosing an existing garage. Danny share some garage expansion tips and tricks in this two part series. Part 21 of 2

Landscape architect; flooring; planting ground cover; replacing shingles.

General tips; planting wild flowers; air-conditioner.

Planning a remodeling project; selecting sod; cabinet gadgets.

Extension cord caddie; PurTest water quality test kit; snail solution.

Drywall-tape dispenser; 10-inch table saw; setting steppingstones.

Molding marking gauge; 7 1/4-inch adjustable handle circular saw; pruning tips for flowering shrubs.

Paneling seams; emerge planting mulch; mulching a tree.

Long distance clamp; soap 'n spray by Waxman; propping up flowers.

Eraser to the rescue; 4-in-1 yard vacuum by Craftsman; lawn mowing tips.

Ladder safety tips; 16-gallon convertible wet/dry vacuum by Craftsman; choosing plant markers.

Ruler; hoselink; swan & gooseneck swivel lopper; fragrant plants.

Storage between studs; sink-top switch; protecting young trees.

Drilling depth gauge; clad double hung window; leaf blower tips.

New paint is one of the simplist ways to update the look of your home. Danny and the homeonwers make the right choices in updating this house with the addition of paint. Danny shares some tips and tricks to make your painting project go without a hitch.

One of the hardest decisions most homeowners have when they're doing a remodeling project is what windows to use. Danny gives his expert advise on the best windows for your house.

With so many flooring options available, it's hard to make a decision. Danny gives his expert advise on selecting flooring that meets your needs visually and functionally.

When most people think of decks, they think of wood decks. But, there are several alternatives to wood decks. Danny shows you all the options and gives you the information to make the right choice for your home and lifestyle.

Instead of showing you how to repair or remodel your home. Danny shows how to maintain your house so that you can save on costly repairs. And, keep it looking the best it can.

Second floor window washer; GE Profile Fluorescent Undercabinet Fixture Swivel Light.

Door painting tips; Square D's Surgebreaker Plus Whole House Surge Protector.

Hand truck tips; Water-Based Wood Stain by Miniwax; sprinklers.

Nail apron storage; Fits-All No-Burst Water-Supply Connectors by Fluidmaster; water-wise containers.

Miter-saw table; GE job light; trimming tree limbs.

Shop vac strap; Honeywell electronic thermostat; tree.

Turning a deck into a screened porch; oil spill cleanup; Ryobi Supercombo kit; patching a bare spot.

Landscape makeover; garage storage ideas; Decra Mold; economical gardening.

A kitchen makeover.

Available options for siding replacement.

A high-maintenance deck becomes no-maintenance with a new look.

Bedroom additions.

How to begin conserving in the home.

Converting a garage into an additional bedroom; keeping the garage.

The family room and kitchen are brought together.

Danny Lipford takes you through the planning and construction of real world projects.

An exploration of ideas and products for outdoor living spaces.

The master bedroom gets a complete makeover.

A tour of The National Hardware Show.

Driveway maintenance; complete replacement.

A 1970s-style kitchen gets an expansion and updating.

Simple exterior home repairs.

Building a home office.

Kitchen makeover.

This week we'll give you some great ideas for your outdoor living space.

Danny checks out the latest and greatest at the Chicago Home Show.

Basic tool kit; power tools; air tools; using the right tool for the right job.

Adding value and beauty to a home with flooring; alternatives to carpet; installing wood flooring.

A bathroom gets a complete makeover, from the fixtures to the flooring.

Creating a useful and organized garage.

Tips on improving a home's energy efficiency.

A wood deck is perfect for entertaining. It's an expensive investment so, it's important to maintain them.

Flooring plays such a big part of the interior of a home. This week on Today's Homeowner, we're changing carpet flooring with hardwood.

This week on Today's Homeowner, we're helping a couple get the sunroom they've been dreaming of for 10-years.

Almost every homeowner can use a little more storage space. When you run out of room in the house and garage you have only two options: rent the space or create it. We’re going to create it by constructing a storage shed.

We traveled to the 2006 International Builders’ Show to check out innovative new products for your home, from heating and insulation to kitchen appliances and bathroom fixtures.

If you live in a building or home that has a large, relatively flat roof area, it can make a great place to build a deck with a view to enhance your outdoor living space. In this episode we add a low maintenance composite deck and railings to the roof of a building near downtown Atlanta, Georgia.

Our master bathroom renovation included gutting and enlarging the existing bathroom to take in part of an adjoining, unused study, with the remainder of the room being converted into a walk-in closet that’s accessible from the bathroom.

Adding an addition to a house that has a lot barely wider than the home can present a challenge. We solved the problem by enclosing an outside courtyard and turning into a much needed bedroom, closet, and bath.

In the first of our two-part series, we begin the makeover of a neglected backyard to turn it into maintenance free, family friendly retreat with a composite deck, vinyl privacy fence, storage building and more.

In the second of our two-part backyard enhancement series, we complete the makeover of a neglected backyard by adding a relaxing hot tub, cool kid’s playset, landscape lighting, and more.

Here are some great DIY storage solution ideas for your garage!

We’re examining the 10 most popular upgrades that can make a big difference when remodeling your kitchen.

This episode based in Houston, Texas, explores how to modify a new or existing home so it continues to function for its homeowners as they age.

In this episode, we’re following the construction of a swimming pool from start to finish in a small space in the backyard of Danny’s home to create a wonderful outdoor entertainment area.

Danny travels to Chicago for the annual Kitchen and Bath Industry Show–to find the latest and greatest in kitchen and bath products, designs, and trends to keep you ahead of the curve.

When deciding on an improvement project for your home, it’s important to consider which ones add the most value to your home, should you decide to sell. Here are the top 10 home improvement projects that added the most value to a home, according to a 2006 survey by Remodeling magazine.

The addition we built on the existing home of a young family in need of more living space included a family room, dining room, and bonus room.

We’re taking a look at five great home improvement projects for the interior of your home.

To meet the needs of a growing family, we convert an existing underused carport into a 13’x15′ playroom for the family’s three children. Plus, there’s enough room for two storage rooms and a grilling station for Mom and Dad.

As long as there are homes and cars there will be driveways. In this episode, Danny demonstrates how to properly seal, protect and maintain asphalt driveways. Plus, take a look at other options for driveways.

Without making any structural changes, we’re updating an outdated galley-style kitchen to be more modern and efficient.

These homeowners are adding a wood deck and additional outdoor cooking space to an already great backyard so they can further enjoy their outdoors. The backyard wasn’t unattractive by any means but it wasn’t really appropriate for entertaining nor did it transition well to the existing concrete patio. Building a new 400 sq. ft. wood deck gives the homeowners the perfect place to entertain.

It’s not uncommon for the typical home to a few little problems or things that cause aggravation on an almost daily basis. Here are some solutions to some of the more common problems you might encounter around your home.

Technology has had an enormous effect on the way we live, and this is especially true around the home. In this episode we take a look at several systems designed to automate the home and make it more comfortable, more attractive, and more efficient.

In this special two-part episode Danny oversees the transformation of a cramped bathroom that has changed little in decades into a master bath and closet/dressing area that perfectly balances indulgence and practicality.

In this episode we head to Atlanta, Georgia, to take a look at a new level of construction using eco-friendly building materials and techniques. In fact, the entire community we visited, right down to the streets and sidewalks, was built with “green” in mind.

In this episode we tell you when its time for a new roof, where to start, and walk you through the roofing process.

In this episode we take a look at both large remodeling projects and simple home upgrades to give you ideas to help you improve your home – regardless of your budget.

When you’re undertaking an extensive kitchen renovation, or any renovation project, there are several things you’ll need to keep in mind.

In this episode we update a 15-year old living room with new surfaces to give it a modern, slightly formal touch.

In this episode, Danny serves as tour guide for the 2007 International Builders’ Show in Orlando, Florida where new products, trends and ideas to improve your home were on display.

The family that bought this two-story home fell in love with its architectural style but knew it needed a considerable amount of work.

In this episode, Danny demonstrates how to handle some of the most typical problems found inside the home.

Besides being isolated, this old kitchen was too small for the homeowners, not to mention out of date. Needless to say, it was ready for a change.

In this episode we go underground to the basement, and look at ways to add more living area to your home.

These empty nesters eliminated an unused bedroom to create a new master bath complete with walk-in closet.

Chris and Molly add a master suite with laundry room to their home to match their expanding family.

In this episode, Danny shares his insights on how make repairs to older windows and when to replace them.

Danny shares some easy ways to get the maximum dollar on the resale of your home when updating a family room.

Danny returned to the Mississippi Gulf Coast to view the progress of rebuilding in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, which made landfall on the morning of August 29, 2005. He revisited homeowners whose houses were completely destroyed to offer practical advice for preparing for future natural disasters.

Danny travels to Las Vegas, for the annual Kitchen and Bath Industry Show, to check out the best of the best in new kitchen and bath products and design ideas.

We’re creating more space for these homeowners to entertain with the addition of a game room.

Danny shares some ideas to help you transform your backyard into a comfortable outside living space complete with an outdoor kitchen for entertaining or simply feeding the family.

From state-of-the-art appliances to stone countertops, kitchens have come a long way in recent years. So it’s no surprise that kitchen renovations are one of the most popular home improvement projects around. We’ll walk you through the process of revamping your kitchen and examine the many important decisions you’ll have to make along the way.

Homeowners are often reluctant to tackle projects they’re not familiar with since they aren’t sure how much time, effort, and expertise will be involved. We’ll take the mystery out of half a dozen common home repairs and upgrades that may not be as hard to handle as you might think.

Our special two-part Today’s Addition project will take you through the steps involved in adding a luxurious master bedroom. You’ll find a wealth of practical information—including plans and innovative new products—to inspire you to tackle your own home remodeling project.

The exterior of our master addition is almost finished, with the brickwork, eaves, and gable now complete. Inside, the Uponor radiant floor heating system and Merillat cabinets have been installed.

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.

If you’re looking for a project that will really dress up your home, then look no further. We’ve got eight great do-it-yourself ideas that are just right for weekend warriors.

While you could hire a contractor to remodel your bathroom, the bill could run as much as $7,000 to $8,000. We’ll show you how to do it on a tight budget by purchasing the materials from the home improvement center and doing the work yourself.

Whether you’re planning to build a new home or simply renovate the one you’re in, there’s no better place to see the latest trends than a parade of homes. You’ll find everything from innovative new products and improved construction methods to unique furnishings and cutting edge interior design.

We’ll examine some innovative ways to utilize wasted space, maximize storage, and add additional square footage without increasing the footprint of your home.

In this episode we’ll 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.

While this covered courtyard featured a beautiful brick fountain, it was hard to keep clean and received little use during the hot summer months along the Gulf Coast. To remedy these problems, the homeowners decided to enclose it by adding a fireplace flanked by glass doors.

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.

From reducing energy consumption to recycling waste, it seems like everyone is interested in doing their part to help the environment these days. While green living conserves natural resources and cuts down on pollution, it also has the practical benefit of saving money on your utility bills.

There are lots of different ways to go green around your home. From improving your air quality to reducing energy costs, here are some great ideas to make your house more eco-friendly.

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.

Our workshop here at Today’s Homeowner can give you some great ideas for the shop at your home.

The 2008 International Builders’ Show featured some amazing new tools and innovative products for your home. Here’s a look at some of the best new products we found.

Decks and patios can really add to the enjoyment of your home. Here’s what you need to know about adding one.

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.

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.

High energy bills are a concern of homeowners everywhere, but living through frigid Maine winters in a two-story house built in 1890 can pose a real challenge.

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.

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 and building your family friendly project.

This historic home built in 1909 has been through a number of renovations over the years, and now the homeowners have decided to update the dark and dated kitchen.

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. Here are a few of the innovative solutions on display.

Curb appeal is the overall look of a house when seen from the street. Improving your home’s curb appeal not only will allow you to enjoy it more but can make a big difference in resale value should you decide to sell.

Outdoor living areas are more popular than ever today. They can be constructed using a variety of materials—including wood, composite, brick, stone, or concrete—and designed to fit any lifestyle or budget.

It seems like homeowners these days never have enough storage space. If your garage is bursting at the seams, it might be time to consider adding a storage shed to your backyard.

Bathroom renovation is one of the most popular projects with homeowners, but not everyone has the same needs or budget. Renovating your bathroom can be as simple and inexpensive as a fresh coat of paint and new hardware, or as complicated and costly as knocking out walls and replacing fixtures.

Finishing or remodeling a basement is a great way to increase the living space in a home. Newer basements are often constructed with finishing in mind. They include higher ceiling, roughed in plumbing, and mechanical systems that are located out of the way. Some common uses include recreation room, home theater, children’s playroom, wet bar, spare bedroom, and home office.

The 2008 Better Homes and Gardens Home Improvement Challenge contest showcased a number of great home projects, from beautiful kitchens and baths to impressive additions and exterior facelifts.

The first step in organizing your garage is to clean out anything you haven’t used in the past few years. Rather than throwing it away, consider holding a garage sale or donating useable items to charitable organizations. Then sort the remaining items by categories to make them easier to find. Once everything is organized, it’s time to work on storage solutions.

Painting is one of the most popular DIY projects for homeowners, and while it seems simple enough, there’s more to it than meets the eye. So before you pick up a brush or roller to tackle the next painting project around your house, check out these tips and pointers.

Instead of spending a fortune on expensive eco-friendly products for your home, try these simple ways to go green on a shoestring that can save you money while helping the environment.

While these nine storage projects are DIY friendly, there are also companies available that specialize in building and installing storage solutions. You can also purchase premade storage units at home improvement centers as well as ready to assemble kits.

Upgrading a bathroom, living room, or kitchen is easy on an unlimited budget, but you can still get a lot done for under $1000.

Kitchens are the busiest room in the house, and most could use a bit of home improvement magic to make them more functional, convenient, and attractive. We’ve reached down deep in our toolbox and pulled out a number of innovative ideas to improve the kitchen that won’t break your budget.

The annual building industry trade show, organized by the National Association of Homebuilders, was held at the Las Vegas Convention Center recently with many innovative new products on display.

These homeowners have spent the last six years renovating their entire home one room at a time. Now they’re ready to tackle the last room in the house: the master bath. Complicating the job is the fact that all the materials for the project have to be carried up a narrow spiral staircase.

The 2008 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo, sponsored by the U.S. Green Building Council, was held in Boston with over 28,000 eco-enthusiasts from 85 countries attending.