Reader Andy decided to stick it to boredom and build a laptop stand out of just some PVC pipe and some wire. The design is fairly simple, and doesn't even require any detailed directions.

Step 1: Stand with your feet hips-width distance apart and grip the PVC pipe.(Again, the wider you hold the pipe, the easier the exercise will be.) Step 2: Bring your right arm up so that the pipe ...

PVC is a great material for DIY-enthusiasts, right up there with duct tape, Sugru, zip ties, and paracord. Usually you can only get it in white or grey/black which works for garage projects, but ...

Tools Powered: Shop vac, leaf blower Cost: $95 (with cord) Coil Time: 47 seconds Cord Tangles: Zero 1.) Get a Bucket. Acquire an empty 5-gallon drywall bucket, 1- and 4-inch-diameter PVC pipe, a 4 ...