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 ...

In the July 1994 issue, Popular Mechanics published a timeless how-to on making your own picket fence. We've updated the approach since then, but many of the ideas, tactics, and tools remain the same ...

A carefully constructed, Z-framed gate is the crowning touch for your wood fence. If you have a fence, you need a gate. Learn how to build a wood gate with a z-frame that will keep on swinging year ...