The Family Handyman 2 X 4 Outdoor Projects: Simple Projects Anyone Can Do (Family Handyman Ultimate Projects)

Easy do-it-yourself outdoor projects using basic tools and standard precut 2X4 lumber

Build fashionable, functional, inexpensive backyard furniture, a garden arbor, planters and more—even if you're a complete beginner. 2x4 Projects shows you just how easy it is, with hundreds of step-by-step photos and detailed plans. All you need are a few basic tools and ordinary lumber that's available at your local home center, and you'll get clever upgrades for your yard, garden, and deck. Here's a small sample of what's inside:

Garden planters

Deck and window planters

Benches

Garden and deck chairs

Yard projects (mailbox, wood retaining wall, etc)

Outdoor storage

Garden features (1 day pond, copper trellis, patio pergola?, arbor? etc)

Garden tools and equipment (drum composter, potting bench, boot scrapers)

Outdoor tables

Quick projects (bird house, handy hints, misc.)