In this video of building a large staircase, I show you how I layout a stringer. It's simple math and if you use the right ...

I feel it’s important for you to understand the structure of a set of stairs before you get out your saw and framing square.

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 but would ...

Expert DIYer April Wilkerson builds a large outdoor staircase with rails and stringers for safe, attractive access.

Well-designed steps create a great first impression, and when properly built, they will last for years. Popular Mechanics Senior Designer Michael Stillwell and his father Tony Stillwell recently ...

My old wood deck is deteriorating and the stairs could be hazardous. What is the easiest way to install new ones for an inexperienced DIY-er?

You probably give little thought to the stairs you go up or down to reach different levels of your home, deck or patio. I’ll wager that if I handed you a measuring tape, a framing square, a pencil and ...