S’mores, stargazing, crackling flames: there’s nothing like an evening spent around a cozy fire pit. Gathering around an outdoor fire isn’t restricted to camping trips, though. Making a permanent fire ...

Creating an inviting outdoor living space is an increasingly popular idea among homeowners, as it provides another place for your family to spend time together and a beautiful place to host parties.

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 ...

Outdoor propane fire pits sold at patio furniture stores can be expensive, and wood-burning ones are bad for our air quality. But if you’re handy with a few simple tools, you can build a ...