When trying to make the most of your outdoor space, seating is a must on that list. Most outdoor seating options can be ...

This project shows how to build a modern outdoor bench at minimal cost. With clear steps and affordable materials, it’s an ...

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 ...

Dear James: I need to add some additional seating on my deck for entertaining. I want something more unique than just buying more chairs. What do you suggest? — Vicki N. Dear Vicki: Your best option ...

"For me, it's easier to stand the log on end to make vertical cuts," Barnes says. He sinks a 6-foot log into a shallow hole and uses a chain saw to mill two 3-inch-thick slabs for use as a back and ...

Instead of replacing your old, weathered, wooden, outdoor furniture, why not take the time to restore it this winter. That is the solution we have come up with for many of the wooden benches in and ...

Craft handmade wood trellis ideas and build a multi-purpose garden trellis that serves as a sitting bench and a drying clothesline. Practical Projects for Self-Sufficiency (Cold Springs Press, 2014), ...