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What Are Witch Stairs?
Find out how witch stairs got their name, what they're actually used for and whether you can or should install them in your home.
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Elegant Ideas for Stair Carpet Runners and Treads That Will Enhance Your Home
Step up your staircase game (pun intended) with these stair carpet ideas!
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If You See These Triangles on Stairs, This Is What It Means
They're stair dust corners, and they're there for a good reason.
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Five Creative Uses for the Space Under Your Stairs
Got bonus space under a staircase? Put it to use with these ideas.
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10 Ideas for Stylish Basement Stairs
Transform dark and dreary basement stairs into a beautiful and useful feature in your home with these basement stair ideas.
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What To Know About Finishing Basement Stairs
Basement stairs need protection from foot traffic and moisture. When deciding how to finish your basement stairs, you've got plenty...
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3 Unique Staircase Features You’ll Find in Historic Homes
There's no denying the beauty of historic architecture.
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9 DIY Painted Stairs Ideas
Updating your stairs with paint is a budget-friendly solution offering endless possibilities. Check out these stylish painted stairs from Instagram.
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10 Hazards You Haven’t Thought of at Home
Learn more about the hazards you haven't thought of at home
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15 Things Home Inspectors Wish You Knew
These things home inspectors wish you knew can help sellers prepare for a home sale and make buyers aware of...
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How To Repair Squeaky Stairs
Eliminate noisy treads from above.
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Install a New Stair Handrail
So strong it's kid-proof! We'll show you how to do it.
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Hardscaping Ideas and Designs for Your Yard
Hardscaping can include outdoor dining, fireplaces, walkways, decorative stairs and even water elements. Here are some designs to consider.
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How to Build a Platform Deck
A detached, ground level deck is the easiest way to add useful space to your backyard.
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How to Build Outdoor Stair Railing
Tips for making rock-solid stair posts
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7 Deck Building Tips from the Pros
Techniques for deck building, framing a deck, building stairs and railings and adding deck trim.
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NuDeck by UGL: Concrete Application
The NuDECK coating makes my stairs pop! The paint will also protect my concrete from deterioration from Minnesota winters. A...