Today's Homeowner with Danny Lipford

- Season 14

(1998)

Today's Homeowner with Danny Lipford - You've seen them on late night TV promising to solve all the woes of home ownership; but do those problem solving products for the home really work, or are they just as waste of your time and money? We put them to the test to find out.

It seems everyone has a budget these days, but no one wants to stop improving their home. These projects will show you how to turn a little cash and a lot of elbow grease into an upgrade you'll be able to brag about.

When the temperature starts to drop where will you put those plants you've nurtured all summer long? This DIY friendly greenhouse might be just the right solution to extend the growing season through the winter in your backyard garden.

The softer side of home improvement gets some attention as we dig into the art of making your home match your personality. We'll focus on getting the most for your design dollar, and the best methods of doing it yourself.

This beautiful back porch, complete with wood flooring, a massive fireplace, and adjoining patio, was added to a two-story, historic home to turn the backyard into the perfect place for outdoor entertaining.

We're exploring how to make your home more accessible for those with physical limitations due to age, accident, or illness.

Whether for environmental or monetary reasons, everyone wants to save energy in their home. We're exploring some simple ways to make your home more energy efficient, from heating and cooling to insulation and lighting.

Find out how to turn your house into a high-tech home without spending a fortune. From wireless cameras and speakers to home security and lighting, we've got some practical electronic ideas for your home that won't break the bank.

Kitchen renovation is like open heart surgery. We're taking a look at three very different kitchen remodels, from classic to contemporary, all of which result in a more functional and attractive kitchen.

The type and style of flooring in your house has a big impact on the look and feel of your home. We're exploring some innovative, DIY friendly flooring options that make installing a new floor in your home a whole lot easier.

These five home improvement projects can really update the look of your home without breaking your budget. Some are do-it-yourself projects, while others are best tackled by a professional.

Often the most effective enhancements for a home's interior are the easiest to accomplish. With a few pieces of molding and a little elbow grease we're making some great improvements for some happy homeowners.

Buying a house is always a chore; but it's both a challenge and an adventure. And when the house is a fixer-upper, that adventure becomes a way of life. Find out about buying a house in the first of our six-part series.

The paperwork is done, but the fun has just begun as our First Time Homeowner tackles much needed renovations before she can move into her new home. Whether it's repairs or improvements, there's a lot to learn.

In the third of our six-part series, we increase the curb appeal on the outside of our First Time Homeowner house by adding a new front porch and replacing the deck, as well as installing new windows, doors, roofing, locks, and siding.

In the fourth of our six-part First Time Homeowner series, we're tackling the bathroom. Find out how we made the most of this small space with some big improvements, including a new vanity, countertop, faucets, flooring, and more.

In the fifth of our six-part First Time Homeowner series, we're tackling the kitchen. Find out how we made the most of this small space by removing a wall, replacing the cabinets and countertops, tiling the floor, and more!

In the final installment of our six-part First Time Homeowner series, we tackle the yard and deck. Find out how we landscaped the yard to add curb appeal to the house, put in a crushed limestone driveway, and added a deck.

Danny Lipford and Allen Lyle visited the International Builders' Show in Orlando, Florida, sponsored by the National Association of Home Builders. Check out the cool new tools, products, and building materials they found for your home.

Everyone could use more storage space, so we've come up with some easy, practical storage solutions for your home, including a closet makeover, adding energy efficient attic storage, and building an addition to your storage shed.

We're taking a look at three very different bathroom renovations, from budget to modest to elaborate, that showcase the range of options available and demonstrate what's involved in tackling a bathroom remodel in your home.

Summer is a great time for relaxing outdoors, but the heat and humidity can be hard on your house and yard. We've got some great tips to help both homeowners and their houses keep cool and survive the long, hot summer months.

If your yard could use a little TLC, we've got you covered. From how to have a healthy lawn and plant a garden to refinishing wood furniture and installing a composite deck, we've got some great tips on how to improve your yard.

Danny Lipford and Joe Truini are on the road in Las Vegas for the 67th annual National Hardware Show to check out all of the cool new tools and other great building and home improvement products for your home.