Steps and Walkways

Deck Details for Durability
Freestanding with boxed stairs, this small deck is full of ideas for a long-lasting entry that will look great for years to come.
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Fixing the Bullnose on a Concrete Step
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Installing Deck and Border Boards
In this video, learn how to install decking boards by using spacer blocks to allow for proper water drainage.
Podcast 535: Air-Sealing Cape Houses, Smart Watches for Builders, and Repairing Spalling Concrete
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6 Ways to Make a Small Lot Live Big
Strategic elements such as fences, framed views, and walled gardens can make constrained lot sizes feel both spacious and private.
Illuminating an Indoor Staircase
Consider code, practicality, and aesthetics when lighting interior stairways.
Brick Walkway: Adding Steps
A block-and-mortar base and stone treads are the perfect combination to make it easy to build strong, attractive steps.
Brick Walkway: Setting the Bricks
Learn how to add a sturdy mortared edge and then fill in the field bricks perfectly flat and flush.
Brick Walkway: Preparing the Base
Establish your grade and lay a base of compacted gravel and stone dust to ensure that your bricks stay exactly where you want them.

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