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 ...

This project showcases a test piece featuring new colors of inlay powder, using apple wood with one side displaying small burls. The wood was dried for 3 hours to reduce moisture content. Originally ...

In this video, learn how to transform a found log into a unique wood and metal sculpture using power carving techniques. This step-by-step tutorial highlights the creative process, tool usage, and ...

Ning Zeng and other researchers discovered this 3,775-year-old preserved log while conducting a wood vaulting pilot project in Quebec, Canada. Mark Sherwood In 2013, a team of experts traveled to ...