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On Today's Episode On this episode, we focus on a design trend that's been "a thing" for a while: using plywood as a finish material in interior design. We discuss the idea and toss around a few things to consider if you're thinking about jumping in! Dawn Powerwash Review [00:00 - 13:46] Maybe you've seen the commercials . . . maybe you've been skeptical. Put that all aside. Hailey's been using th...

On Today's Episode Are You Moisturizing? [00:00 - 08:44] Here's the video Dan was talking about at the beginning of the segment! We talked about Dan’s smart humidifier last week How it can be an essential home appliance during the winter  Which reminded us there are simple maintenance steps many of us forget about during winter months!  Conditioning the wood and leather in our home As wo...

On Today's Episode Laundry Bag Hacks [00:00 - 06:14] You've heard of mesh laundry bags, I'm sure. And maybe you've had good luck using them for their intended purpose: laundry. But there are a lot of other creative uses for these cool, mesh bags! Here are just a few: BABY STUFF New baby in the house? It can be really tough to take care and keep track of all their gear once you've tossed it into th...

On Today's Episode Village Custom Interiors: Which Countertop is Right for You? [00:00 - 13:34] Dan and Hailey are joined by Darin DeHaan and Tara Ezinga from Village Custom Interiors to discuss the pros and cons of popular countertop materials for kitchens and bathrooms.  Steam Cleaning Saved Me Again [13:34 - 19:00] Hailey’s New Years Eve celebration almost ended in tragedy. Hear all about...

On Today's Episode Rodents and PEX Piping [00:00 - 06:37] PEX piping is becoming more and more popular and for good reason! There are a ton of pros to using PEX . However, there is one BIG CON. Dan and Hailey discuss how to avoid running into problems if you have PEX plumbing in your home.  Are You Paying More for Your Water Than You Should? [06:38 - 19:00] Dan and Hailey are Joined by Mark f...

On Today's Episode The History of the Christmas Orange[00:00 - 08:12] Many of us decorate with oranges for Christmas. A few of us even continue the tradition of giving them out as gifts. But where does that tradition come from? Hailey has some answers.... The History of Snowmen [08:13 - 18:59] Snowmen are not a new concept. In fact . . . SOME archaeologists postulate that they were possibly a favo...

On Today's Episode The Best Dishwasher Detergents [00:00 - 06:50] The right dishwasher detergent matters--not just for sparkly results, but also in the protection of your dishwasher and even the prevention of food poisoning! Hailey's done the research and here are her recommendations: Cascade Platinum Dishwasher Pods Ecover Automatic Dishwasher Tablets Zero Finish Hard Water Detergent A Ceiling Pa...

On Today's Episode: Making Christmas Brighter [00:00 - 05:13] Christmas is rapidly approaching! And while that fills many of us with excitement and anticipation, there are many families in our community who will struggle! Angel Tree is a ministry run by the Salvation Army that allows us to help make Christmas just a bit brighter for kids in our area. It's a great opportunity for us to get involved...

On Today's Episode Today's a HUGE day! We cover a cool project, talk about some great board games, and finally (and more importantly) launch our big Christmas Scavenger Hunt for 2022! The Pros and Cons of Painting the Subfloor [00:00 - 9:17] Watch on YouTube An interesting project that's making the rounds on the internet is turning your subfloor into a finished floor by painting it. Is it a good i...

On Today's Episode It's time for our annual gift guide: a time-honored classic! In this episode, we discuss Dan-and-Hailey-approved Christmas gifts. If you're looking for something that's a step above the usual, check out our guide! We'll also dig into the 5 D's of Home Staging with home staging expert, Natalie Kaman from At Home Design and Staging! No Fail Christmas Gifts [00:00 - 18:58] Watch on...

On Today's Episode It's been a monumental week. And it all started with a very lucrative offer from Keanu Reeves.... Avoiding Scams [00:00 - 06:53] The Holidays are rapidly approaching. And with them . . . come the scammers! Every year, these people crawl out of the woodwork with schemes and tricks, hoping to harvest information from the unsuspecting. Don't fall for it! We'll talk about a few comm...

On Today's Episode Fall is settling in and that means a couple things for sure: the end of Daylight Saving Time for the year and a potential invasion of mice into our homes as they look for warmer digs. Who Can We Blame for DST? [00:00 - 12:17] We take a rambling and energetic look at select moments from the history of Daylight Saving Time. Our focus is to figure out who we can blame for it. We tu...

On Today's Episode We cover everything from tips for the workshop to laundry room mistakes that we all should correct! Using an Orbital Sander the RIGHT Way [00:00 - 07:48] We’ve all seen the little swirls left behind from an orbital sander. Seeing those is a huge bummer because they show through the finish, whether that’s polyurethane, stain or paint. The good news, It’s not Sanders' fault! Swirl...

On Today's Episode We start in the workshop, head to the bathroom, and then wrap things up talking about how you could win a $1000 Home Improvement Prize Package! It's a full day! Tape Measure Maintenance [00:00 - 07:43] Dan and Hailey discuss all the ways to keep your tape measure accurate. Have you calibrated your tape measure recently? Find out how! Listen to Episode 047: Tape Measure Tricks! B...

On Today's Episode Benjamin Moore just released their Color of the Year for 2023 and it's a doozy! We cover that topic in detail and we also highlight some ridiculously cheap paint tools that work remarkably well. In non-paint-related news, we sit down with Nick Sargent from Johnson Carpet One in Grandville to talk about all sorts of flooring and countertop materials and trends. It's definitely a...

On Today's Episode We cover a wide range of topics! We all know technology has rapidly advanced over the last 10 years . . . but is every advancement REALLY an advancement? Also, if you are getting ready to snag some pumpkins for carving or for your outdoor fall decorating, we've got some tips to keep them looking great longer. Another question that comes up this time of year involves our decks: i...

On Today's Episode Today is all about fixing problems and dealing with (and avoiding) mistakes! 6 Ways to Avoid Color Mistakes [00:00 - 18:58] Unfortunately, we have all made mistakes when choosing paint colors, the good news is there are simple ways to avoid that! We have 6 lessons that everyone can benefit from.  Standby Generators: Whole Home Power [18:58 - 28:37] Dan and Hailey are joined...

On Today's Episode With Father's Day only a day away, it's crunch time if you're looking for gifts. And so we decided to pool our knowledge and resources and provide you with a list of never-fail Father's Day gifts you'll be able to pick up today! We'll also be talking about... Last Minute Father's Day Gifts [00:00 - 18:58] With only 1 shopping day left until Father's Day 2022... How to Become Han...

On Today's Episode Who would have thought painting your floor could leave you without hot water! We'll explain how that could happen. We'll also be talking with Lauren Figueroa about decorating with vintage finds (and how to find them). And of course, we'll be listing off the 10 winners of our paint contest and launching Phase 2! FV Sensors [00:00 - 8:45] Don't just listen! Watch the segment on Yo...

On Today's Episode We'll be talking about (incredibly brilliant) DIY lessons that Dan learned from his recent vacation. They apply to ALL people EVERYWHERE. They are THAT good. kind of. We'll also be talking about one of the most exciting art projects we've ever covered on the show: Cyanotype Printing. It's easy, inexpensive, and the results are incredible. Finally . . . we unleash our biggest pai...

On Today's Episode Summer's winding down and as we look back to our big DIY hopes and dreams in the Spring, we're feeling a little bummed about how little we actually accomplished. We'll talk about what went wrong, how to correct it, and why it's not so bad. We'll also talk about cleaning and avoiding paint spills. And finally, after a year of waiting, Hailey can finally do her toilet paper topic!...

On Today's Episode Choosing the wrong dining room table for your space can be a frustrating and expensive mistake! Fortunately, we've got some tips to help you make sure you get it right! We'll also be talking with Interior Designer Lauren Figueroa about a very unique Design-in-a-Day service she offers. Finally, we'll close the show out talking about paint sheens. It's not exciting stuff, but thin...

On Today's Episode With Father's Day only a day away, it's crunch time if you're looking for gifts. And so we decided to pool our knowledge and resources and provide you with a list of never-fail Father's Day gifts you'll be able to pick up today! We'll also be talking about... DIY PAINTING 101: How Much Paint Do I Need? [00:00 - 9:20] DIY Painting 101: Start by estimating how much paint you are g...

On Today's Episode It's a project-focused episode this week. Hailey is converting her 100 year-old garage into an art studio and needed to degrease the concrete. She'll talk about what she used and whether or not it's a product she'd recommend. Dan, on the other hand, took an old, rusty Bistro set that he bought over 20 years ago and restored it to "better-than-its-former-glory." He'll discuss the...

On Today's Episode Today's a bit wide-ranging when it comes to topics. The whole first half of the show is about "summer school"--about continued learning and making the most of the time we have! We start with a summer learning experience Hailey jumped into at Ox-Bow in Saugatuck. From there, Dan talks about turning 50 and some of the recent experiences he's jumped into. Then we shift gears into a...