DEAR TIM: 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 ...

Q: I have two problems with exterior wood staircases on an old house in Oakland. The front steps are curved, and the bullnose on the treads appears to be a separate piece. As people use the stairs, ...

Stairs are an important element in decorating your garden or your house. Outdoor stairs can give a great look, and are very practical. You can use them to access the ground floor, deck or get to the ...

Q. My outdoor wood steps are getting slimy and slippery from algae, the green stain that grows on them. How can I keep algae off the steps and also keep the steps from being so slippery? A. First, ...