Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

Sitting out and enjoying your backyard sounds great until the sun beats down on you. Rather than purchase pricey pergola shades, DIY your own colorful versions.

Trying to decide between building a pergola or a gazebo in your backyard? This quick video breaks down the key differences — from roof coverage and durability to cost and diy potential. We’ll cover: ...

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While you may love the idea of updating your patio to embrace your outdoor living space, it's clear that the backyard needs a bit more work than outdoor furniture can fix. Spending on home improvement ...

However, after a long winter of neglect, you may have noticed that your garden is in need of a bit of TLC before you invite anyone over. And although you may think that giving your backyard a spruce ...

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 ...