Simple stairs have just two components. The flat board that your foot steps on is called a tread. The treads connect to side stringers and sometimes to one that is in the middle of the stairs. The ...

Like every other design detail in your home, they can be a reflection of your personal taste and style, while also making life easier (for example, replacing straight stairs featuring a knee-bending ...

Late last fall I got an email from a friend, John, looking for advice on building a new set of stairs going down into the basement of the house he’s renovating. John is pretty handy with tools, but ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Staircases are one of the most overlooked parts of the home. Sure, they help us get from one floor to another, but they don't have to be just ...

You may be like most folks. I’ m guessing you give very little thought to the stairs you go up and down on a regular basis.