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

Building a staircase is a job for a master carpenter, but an experienced do-it-yourselfer can usually construct a simple set of stairs for a back-yard deck. Cutting the pieces and assembling them are ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you're a homeowner, you likely have a backyard with a deck, porch, or patio to enjoy your outdoor space in comfort. Whether going outside ...

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. Can you give me a few ...

Whether you're looking for inspiring deck steps ideas to smarten up an existing project or are designing a new decked space from scratch, there are lots of styles to choose from. With everything on ...

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