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Published: Jan. 28, 2023, 1 p.m.

On Today's EpisodeAre You Moisturizing? [00:00 - 08:44]Here's the video Dan was talking about at the beginning of the segment!We talked about Dan\u2019s smart humidifier last week

• How it can be an essential home appliance during the winter\xa0
• Which reminded us there are simple maintenance steps many of us forget about during winter months!\xa0
• Conditioning the wood and leather in our home

As wood or leather loses moisture, it shrinks, which can result in cracks in your beautiful wood cutting board or favorite chair.\xa0Even if you don't have leather furniture this same rule applies to leather bags, coats, shoes etc.\xa0Make a plan to oil your wood cutting boards and furniture once a month during the winter, or whenever they feel very dry to the touch.\xa0The entire process takes less than five minutes\u2014and it could help preserve your cutting boards and furniture for years to come.Cutting Boards:

1. First, make sure your cutting board is clean and thoroughly dry.
2. Using a clean cloth apply CUTTING BOARD OIL\xa0 to the surface of the board\xa0
3. distribute the oil evenly\xa0\xa0
4. let the oil soak in for a few hours or up to overnight
5. Using another clean cloth, wipe off any excess oil. Your cutting board should look shiny and revived, without being damp to the touch.

For Wooden Furniture:Note: Follow these steps for oil-and-wax or stain-and-wax finishes, not painted or lacquered pieces.

1. Wipe the furniture with a damp cloth to remove any dirt or dust. Follow with a dry cloth to remove any moisture.
2. Apply wood polish to a clean cloth, then wipe it onto the furniture, working in the direction of the grain.
3. Let the oil soak in for about 30 minutes before buffing in and wiping away any excess oil.

Leather Furniture:Leather lasts forever with the right amount of care and upkeep, so why not get the most bang for your buckIt\u2019s recommended to clean light-colored leather every six months and dark-colored leather once a year.\xa0

1. start by vacuuming the leather couch to get rid of any crumbs. Then dust it, if necessary, to remove any lingering dirt.\xa0
2. Make sure it's completely dry\xa0
3. Now it's time to get down to business and use cleaners.
4. \xa0Leather cleaners can help break down the dirt and stains to make your leather couch look like new.\xa0
5. Some products are 2-in-1 and contain both the cleaner and conditioner.\xa0
6. This part is very important - Spray the cleaner onto a cloth, rather than directly onto the furniture!
7. Prevent it from leaving spray marks.\xa0
8. Wipe lightly all around, making sure to clean the edges, nooks, and crannies.
9. \xa0Work from top to bottom to avoid any uneven polish marks.
10. After you've cleaned, make sure to wipe away any excess cleaner before conditioning the couch.\xa0
11. Grab your favorite conditioner, either in spray or bottle form, and apply a small amount onto a clean cloth.\xa0
12. Conditioners are great because they contain healthy oils to make your furniture look fresh, smell phenomenal, and stay moisturized. Extends the life of your furniture!
13. Once you've finished buffing in the conditioner
14. Allow the leather to dry for an hour or so to let the product seep in
15. Avoid getting the oil on your clothing.\xa0

Damaged Drywall Repair [08:45 - 18:59]Ever removed some base board or maybe a backsplash or a toilet