Access Unused Attic Space
The DIY to the Rescue crew teaches you how to build stairs to access unused attic space.
Don and Sally Lighter were stumped by the narrow space and lack of headroom. Their only attic access was a strange ladder neither of them felt safe using. The DIY to the Rescue crew teaches the Lighters a little stair anatomy and the basic math involved in designing a staircase with multiple landings.
Create more usable space.
How to Remove Overhead Joists and Build Staircase Landings
Host Karl Champley and homeowner Don Lighter work to remove overhead joists safely before building new staircase landings.
How to Create and Install Stringers, Risers and Treads
The DIY to the Rescue crew shows one family how to build and install stringers, risers and treads.
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