Expert DIYer April Wilkerson builds a DIY porch swing frame for comfortable and relaxing outdoor seating.

The earliest swing sets, which date all the way back to the fifth century B.C., were nothing more than slabs of wood tied to a tree—the most basic of designs. Today, however, the outdoor staple has ...

Expert DIYer April Wilkerson builds a porch swing frame with strong joinery for long-lasting outdoor seating.

There’s something pretty magical about a backyard swing set. It’s not just a bunch of swings and a slide—it’s a spaceship, a castle, and a pirate ship, all rolled into one. Investing in a place where ...