Got an old boombox gathering dust in the closet? Don't throw it out just yet, as you can repurpose these '80s throwbacks to ...

Is this finally the year you incorporate a DIY backyard water fountain into your outdoor space? It may feel like a daunting project, but creating a water feature could be as simple as tracking down a ...

Question: I recently was reading an old garden magazine at the doctor’s office about making your own concrete planter. I was going to ask about copying it, but I forgot. Now the magazine is not there.

Last year, I was dying to have some deck rail planters to grow spinach and lettuce in, but I couldn’t find any that were the right size (or that I liked well enough for the price). So this year, I ...

Use a sharp utility knife to cut off the base of thebottle about 1 inch above the bottom, and then wash and try the bottle thoroughly. Cover the exposed edge of the bottle with masking tape, and then ...

What’s the difference between cement and concrete? In my case, about $9.55 pounds and a slightly sore back. Though the two terms are often used interchangeably, cement is an ingredient in concrete, ...

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 ...

Summer is hot dogs and burgers, July Fourth fireworks and family reunions. Want to create a simple yet impressive centerpiece for your summer parties? Check out the decorative fountains that can be ...