Yard and Garden Structures

Learn how to build and maintain outdoor structures with these projects, tips and ideas for sheds, fences, pergolas, arbors, storm shelters and tree houses.

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    How To Build a Garden Arbor

    Create this stylish, arched DIY garden arbor in only a couple of days. It’s way easier than it looks.


    How to Use a Table Saw to Make Perfect Crosscuts

    An accurate miter gauge, fence and basic wood jigs are the key to perfect table saw cuts.


    How To Build a Copper Trellis for Your Garden

    Solder up this trellis in a weekend with ordinary copper tubing.


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    Five Solutions for a shabby deck

    To revive a shabby deck, there are five main directions you can go, and we'll guide you through them all.


    Five Easy Ways to Reduce Yard Work

    Make yardwork less of a chore with these tips.



    Garden Shed Illustrations and Materials List

    These illustrations and this materials list are a part of the Garden Shed that appeared in the July/August, 2008 issue...


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    6 Most Common Types of Maple Trees

    Learn the species of maple trees most commonly found in the United States, and how to tell them apart.

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    A Complete Buyers Guide to Privacy Fence Toppers & Extensions

    If you're looking to refresh rather than replace your fence, or you just need more privacy, fence toppers might be...


    6 Best Outdoor Shades for Cool Comfort and Privacy

    Keep your outdoor living space comfortable with the best shades on the market!


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    How To Plan and Build a Deck

    Family Handyman editor Mike Berner walks you through the process of building a deck from concept to finishing touches.


    Best Outdoor Weatherproof TV for Al Fresco Entertainment

    Find the best outdoor TV for al fresco entertaining to watch sports, host movie nights or binge a favorite show