Get the look of a custom bench without the price tag. These DIY outdoor bench plans walk you through the process, even if you're new to carpentry. The snow has finally melted, and I’m way too excited ...

With just a few cinder blocks and lumber, you can make an outdoor patio bench of your desired length and height. Plus, it looks good and takes just an hour for the whole project. The idea was inspired ...

With a few old chairs and simple tools, you can create a cozy garden bench that turns an overlooked corner of your yard into a peaceful retreat.

As summer approaches, the growing number of sunny hours each day means that we have more time to spend out in the yard. Outdoor attractions abound: coffee on the porch at sunrise, afternoons filled ...

“The Vegetable Gardener’s Book of Building Projects” contains more than 35 projects that will enhance the efficiency and quality of vegetable growing, as well as the pleasure of spending time in and ...

The backrest stone of this freestanding bench was sunk into an earthen socket dug well below ground level. Imagine taking a welcome rest and enjoying your favorite vista while you sit on a bench ...

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 ...