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 ...

It’s straightforward in every way — you can make the bench with a miter saw and a cordless drill using just a few common cedar deck boards and a single box of deck screws. It’s also ...

Why, yes, thank you, it is a nice log rack. We built it out of a poorly located maple tree and a pile of raw steel. Added a little wood stain but left the screws ... rim in a big bench vise.

My first project was an adjustable bench. With about $30 worth of materials (including wood, screws, and glue), my training partner, Rod Jackson, and I built the bench in my living room . . . and ...

Cue today's DIY wood bench that adds function and flair to a ... Wood Glue is an inexpensive fan-favorite), a handful of pocket screws, hole plugs, 220-grit sandpaper, and stain/paint.

These versatile DIY potting bench plans show you how to build the entire project as shown, or you can choose to construct only the bench (lower section) or cabinet (upper section). Want to learn ...