Garden “fire pit”

DIY Mangal Grill: Firebox, Brick Hearth & Accessories

Shashlik has long been a cross-national (or cross-regional) dish, spreading across the former USSR and beyond. Every enthusiast has their own “signature” secret for making it. Many now prefer poultry, fish, or even mushroom and vegetable versions to meat shashlik, keeping only the final step the same—grilling over the fire—which is what gives the food Read more…

Switch under a cover

Outdoor Switch Weather Protection: Cap From Plastic Can

When organizing outdoor lighting, the nearest power line support (pole) or other suitable wooden structures are often used to mount the light fixture. To save on wiring and for convenient control, the switch is usually installed on the same support in its lower part. To protect the outdoor switch from rain and snow, a suitable Read more…

“Teremok” garden house

Teremok Garden House — Build a Two-Story Cottage Step by Step

SUCH GARDEN HOUSES ARE POPULAR AMONG AMATEUR GARDENERS: THEY ARE SIMPLE AND AFFORDABLE TO BUILD; THE SET OF MATERIALS NEEDED FOR EACH IS QUITE CHEAP; BESIDES, SUCH A TWO-STORY COTTAGE HAS A VERY ORIGINAL AND ATTRACTIVE APPEARANCE. The «Teremok» garden house consists of two rooms and a kitchen; in addition, there is a veranda, a Read more…

Jewelry box

DIY Decorative Safe-Chest: Plans and Assembly from Plywood

Of course, it is not a safe: it does not need to be built into the wall and the spot disguised by hanging a painting, as often shown in films and what becomes fashionable in the homes of prosperous oligarchs. On the contrary: the proposed small chest is meant to be displayed, so it has Read more…

A passenger car on two wheels

Build an Autoroller: DIY Scooter-Car Hybrid 50cc

A motorcycle and a car are different machines. First and foremost, in terms of comfort. But can the advantages of two-wheeled transport be combined with the convenience of a passenger car? It turns out they can. Such two-wheeled machines—autorollers or motocars—are sometimes seen on the streets. We suggest you build one of these designs yourself. Read more…

A home for a four-legged friend

DIY dog kennel: build a simple wooden dog house

A roof over one’s head is needed by a four-legged friend who guards your home too. It doesn’t have to be a palace, but shelter from the weather is essential for a dog. Building a kennel is within reach of any owner, and it doesn’t require special skill, tools, or materials—just what’s usually on hand: Read more…

Safe with a secret

Cybernetic Safe Lock: DIY Build & Algorithm Guide

“Open Sesame” — with these words, the resourceful and brave Ali Baba opened the magic door to the cave with treasures. Let’s imagine that Ali Baba is solving a more difficult task — trying to open the door to another cave, the entrance to which is blocked by a magic barrel. It can rotate around Read more…

Circular saw made from a drill

DIY Circular Saw from a Drill: Plan, Mandrel, Assembly

In the household there is occasionally a need for longitudinal sawing of long boards into beams or battens, trimming chipboard (particle board) to size, or performing similar operations with other comparable building or furniture materials. Anyone who has done such work with a hand saw knows how tedious and laborious it is, especially when several Read more…

A puzzle for a burglar

DIY Garage Gate Lock: Build a Code Lock (No Shackle) – Guide

This lock is suitable for a garage door-gate or even a garage, whether from inside or outside. It is sturdy because it is massive and has no shackle into which a burglar can insert a crowbar (against which, as is known, there is no defense). In principle it is similar to the design already described Read more…