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 ...

First source your lid (or lids). An old window or even a shower door will work well. Then cut lengths of lumber to size to match your lid. You can choose how tall you’d like your cold frame to be, but ...

A cold frame creates a small, protected environment that traps sunlight and warmth, allowing your plants to thrive in colder months. It’s easy to build using basic materials and can fit neatly into ...