Easy-to-Build Backyard Projects

by Monte Burch

For any do-it-yourselfer, nothing is more rewarding than completing a project that’s not only functional, but also makes a welcome addition to the home. Among these projects, outdoor furniture has always been a DIY favorite. Easy-to-Build Backyard Projects offers places to pot and display plants, furniture for cooking and entertaining, storage and utility pieces, some things the kids can call their own, and chairs from which to admire handiwork in comfort. Every project is made with the simplest of materials: 2x4s and other standard lumber. Only basic power tools are required for construction, with no complicated joinery involved. This book provides all the ingredients that make it easy to get started—and quickly complete—beautiful and handy items for the backyard.

Genres: Woodwork

158 pages, Paperback

First published February 2, 2009

Reviews

[J. Gowin · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good source for novices who want a few simple projects on which to cut their teeth. Though more experienced craftspersons would find it rather basic and a tad boring.

So if you are new to woodworking, go for it. If you can competently argue the merits of hand cut vs. jig cut dovetails, skip it.