When trying to make the most of your outdoor space, seating is a must on that list. Most outdoor seating options can be ...

Dear James: I need to add some additional seating on my deck for entertaining. I want something more unique than just buying more chairs. What do you suggest? — Vicki N. Dear Vicki: Your best option ...

This sweet little bench is from my new book of simple but stylish woodworking projects, Build Stuff with Wood. It’s straightforward in every way — you can make the bench with a miter saw and a ...

POP Projects is a collection of new and classic projects from more than a century of Popular Mechanics. Master skills, get tool recommendations, and, most importantly, build something of your very own ...

"For me, it's easier to stand the log on end to make vertical cuts," Barnes says. He sinks a 6-foot log into a shallow hole and uses a chain saw to mill two 3-inch-thick slabs for use as a back and ...

Craft handmade wood trellis ideas and build a multi-purpose garden trellis that serves as a sitting bench and a drying clothesline. Practical Projects for Self-Sufficiency (Cold Springs Press, 2014), ...