David and Jeanie Stiles are renowned builders and authors of 23 books on woodworking projects. In Backyard Building, (The Countryman Press, 2014) the couple shows readers how to make that patch of ...

This video walks you through the complete process of building a strong, level shed floor base from scratch. With clear ...

When it comes to building a simple, but cost-effective outdoor shed for creating more space in your backyard, this simple plan will get the job done. There’s no need to worry — these blueprints are ...

Sheds can store gear or become functional spaces. Choose the right type, size and materials for your needs, and check local ...

Consider buildings that are an organic addition to your garden, not just some foreign object that has been plonked into place. A garden shed can be far more than just a dingy, damp place where a few ...

A four-inch rise from my shed to the ground may not seem significant, but it can be quite an annoying hassle to maneuver my lawn mower and snowblower in and out of. A ramp is definitely needed, but I ...

Empty nesters Patti and Joe Mertz have lived in their Lake Oswego home for 29 years. Patti, a marketing consultant, and Joe, in medical sales, had talked casually about building a garden shed in their ...

Dear Jenni: It doesn’t take long for a garage, no matter how large, to fill up with garden and yard tools, lawn mowers and various “necessities” to keep a house and yard looking good. It’s almost as ...

The standard shed takes a modern twist by creating a structure that adds square footage to a homeowner's property for a guest bedroom, artist studio, workout space, home office or man cave. More than ...