🥵Beat the Summer Heat!

Saturday, September 7, 2024

Need a little retreat from the sun? Family Handyman Project Plans offer a variety of outdoor ideas that can keep you and the family comfy & cool. Whether you want sun protection while grilling & entertaining or you're looking for a relaxing hideaway, you'll find bright ideas that will have you feeling made in the shade!

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Find Some Shade This Summer with…

Screen Porch Construction

Beat the bugs and spend more time outdoors this summer! With some basic framing and deck building techniques, you can add this beautiful screened-in porch to your house in multiple days.

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Grillzebo

Entertain & feed your guests without ever having to leave your shish kebabs unattended. This "grillzebo" is big enough to accommodate most standard grills and you can customize it with lighting, grill accessory storage, wine glass racks or built-in coolers.

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Under-Deck Roof

Patios under the deck are great for entertaining as long as they stay dry. Learn how to cover your space with this under-the-deck roof & gutter system that can be completed in multiple days.

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Hammock Hideaway

Solid posts and overhead shading make this hammock stand the perfect retreat on warm summer days. An awning cover will let you nap even during a summer rain. Even a novice can complete this project with simple carpentry tools and our clear step-by-step photos.

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Simply Stunning Pergola

This simple and affordable pergola is perfect for a small gathering of family and friends. If you think it's beyond your skill level, take a closer look. This pergola takes time & muscle, but really, it's just standard lumber parts screwed together.

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