Sitting out and enjoying your backyard sounds great until the sun beats down on you. Rather than purchase pricey pergola ...

Outdoor areas can be up to 15 degrees cooler when protected from the direct rays of the sun, according to Ross Lederer, spokesman for Craft-Bilt Manufacturing Company, a Pennsylvania-based maker of ...

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 ...

Shopping around for a shade sail A 2008 CHOICE investigation found that the shade cloth installation industry is largely unregulated in Australia. This means the installer may have little knowledge ...

As our summer heats up and we get close to the summer solstice, it’s a good time for gardeners to evaluate how we use shade cloth in our gardens. Shade cloth is useful in our climate for a number of ...

Your backyard beckons when the sun is out, but it’s tough to enjoy it during peak heat. If your patio, deck, or backyard doesn’t get much natural shade, there are plenty of ways to keep cool and make ...

Create a calm backyard reading nook with shade, seating, lighting and plants. Practical tips for small balconies and yards to ...