Stair stringers are usually attached to a deck using galvanized steel stair stringer connectors or joist hangers that are fastened to the rim joists. How wide should deck stairs be?

It’s impossible for me to offer you step-by-step directions on how to build stair railings in the limited space provided in this column. I could write a book about the process, easily devoting a ...

Step-by-step guide to building a sturdy raised deck on uneven ground using common tools with minimal cuts and expense.

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.

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