Plants are your friend when it comes to outdoor stairs. “Deck stairs can be softened by a strategic landscape strategy, [such as] allowing vines and other plants to wrap around the frame and further ...

Building deck stairs takes patience and precision, but with the right measurements and a few tips, you can create a sturdy staircase that lasts for years.

Picture a stair slope in your mind to estimate about a 40-degree slope and guess at a landing point. Rest any straight piece of deck lumber on the deck and level it over to the landing point. Measure ...

Wood decks and stairs are susceptible to rot and water damage. Use lag bolts to raise deck posts and stair risers above footings to prevent water from seeping into the wood. Use your impact driver to ...

Warm weather, fresh air, al fresco dining — an outdoor deck is one of the best places to gather the family and enjoy all that summer has to offer. But even the most well-constructed deck needs regular ...

What turns a basic outdoor space into one that truly works for everyday living? In a HelloNation article, Scott LaDue of Rochester Deck Builders in Victor, New York, shares how small design decisions ...

“One of my favorite ways to really take deck stairs to the next level is with step lighting,” says Seamus Nally, CEO of TurboTenant. “There are various design choices and types of stair lighting, but ...