Next, calculate the total run, the length of the stairs from the first step to the deck. Select a tread width–it’s best to start with 10 inches so you can add or subtract an inch if ...

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.

If you'd like to build deck stairs that are long-lasting, consider making them out of composite material to ensure you're able to enjoy the most out of them.

“One of my favorite ways to really take deck stairs to the next level is with step lighting,” says Seamus Nally, CEO of TurboTenant. “There are various design choices and types of stair ...