Sitting out and enjoying your backyard sounds great until the sun beats down on you. Rather than purchase pricey pergola ...

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 ...

Try these low-maintenance outdoor potted plants for an easy-care container garden that doesn't require a green thumb.

Shade Sails are partial canopies designed to keep your favorite outdoor chair shaded on hot sunny days. Here's a simple DIY plan to make your own shade sail using fabric, a sewing machine, and ...