Add safety and style with a custom outdoor stair railing.

How to build stair railing. First, build a level landing pad for the stair stringers. You don't need to pour a footing. Just ...

I read your recent column about building stairs for a deck. I can handle that, but I’m worried about how to make all the complex cuts required for the deck stair railing. Can you give me a few ...

However, I completed the stairs first, and then attached the posts and built the handrail, as required by code. The final step is to apply an exterior-grade finish, typically stain or clear wood ...

A new oak handrail, glossy hardware and some wall and ceiling paint may be all it takes to spruce up your homes entryway. Plus, small can be beautiful when it comes to DIY projectsthis staircase ...

To comply with building code on stair railings, set the top of the rail between 30-38 inches high (check with the local building department for their requirements), ...