This project shows how to build exterior deck steps in a way that attacks the biggest long-term problem head-on: rot. Instead of letting treated wood sit directly against concrete and slowly break ...

This Stair Building Design Method will Help to Ensure that your stairs last as long as possible - Hopefully Forever! (or at ...

DEAR TIM: I need to build some simple outdoor steps to replace ones that fell apart and rotted (even though they were made with treated lumber). I’m fairly handy and have a decent grasp of the math ...

Having spent over 15 years writing about technology, Lawrence has turned his eye to remodeling, smart home services, maintenance and home repair projects. He now contributes DIY, informational and ...

The stairs to our aboveground pool are splintery and loose. I want to replace them, but is there anything I should be worried about?—JOE R., LANCASTER, CALIFORNIA Roy: Anyone with a little carpentry ...

Kelly has over 10 years of experience writing about home design and improvement for many prominent publications. She also spent several years working at a tech startup for an interior design game ...