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 ...

After a long, cooped-up winter, nearly everyone yearns to be outside. In truth, most people enjoy being outdoors whenever the weather is nice, which is why patios and decks are so popular. Add chairs, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Pergolas have post supports and open frameworks, and often come with retractable sunshades that you can ...

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.

Enjoying the outdoors in San Antonio’s summer is brutally hard unless there’s something providing relief from the sun beating down. There are a range of products to throw some shade, from ...

Men’s Journal aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. Wayfair may have already opened up the can of worms that is ...

A dreamy patio setup expands the functional footprint of your house by making an area akin to an outdoor living room. Work the appropriate patio cover ideas into your design scheme and that alfresco ...

Emily Long is a freelance writer based in Salt Lake City. After graduating from Duke University, she spent several years reporting on the federal workforce for Government Executive, a publication of ...

TurnKey Lawn Care has launched an outdoor living division, adding deck construction and pergola installation to the New Orleans-based company’s service portfolio. The expansion positions the company ...