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 ...

This project shows how to build a solid wood bench using just four 2x8s in about 30 minutes. The design is simple, strong, and doesn’t rely on complicated cuts or joinery. It’s a great example of how ...

Built by hand from simple wood this mudroom bench brings order and warmth to any home complete with deep drawers and a solid ...

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 ...

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 ...