Another DIY sandbox cover idea is a sheet of vinyl lattice ($30). Most often used as garden fencing , it makes a great sandbox cover if cats or other animals are your main concern, though it won ...

I made a square sandbox in the backyard last spring. I thought I did it right. I used a weed barrier, pressure-treated 2 x 8s and 1.5 yards of fill-sand from a local landscaping company.

Paul Swenson shares his DIY wooden swing set plans free, which include diagrams, step-by-step instructions and a playset material list. MOTHER has never been one to turn down a good offer, so when ...