Top 100 Stairs Projects

1. 16. Modern Staircase (01:00)

   

   Matt shows how to give an old staircase a modern facelift.

2. 17. How to Increase Stairway Clearance

   

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   Many older houses have low stairway clearance, and this one threatens to knock out the homeowner as he heads to the basement. General c...

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   Weekend

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   $250 - $500

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   Hard

3. 18. Building a Stairway Landing (01:14)

   

   Build the landing for the stairs with these in-depth instructions.

4. 19. New Wooden Staircase (00:01:00)

   

   You can DIY it! See this how-to on replacing carpeting on steps with wood.

5. 20. Installing a Carpet Runner (01:00)

   

   A carpet runner can protect your hardwood stairs and your family.

6. 21. How to Do Staircase Maintenance

   

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   Staircases are exposed to a lot of wear and tear. Small amounts of damage are not uncommon but can be dangerous, so don’t put off...

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7. 22. Home Childproofing (04:20)

   

   Step-by-step directions for childproofing your home from top to bottom.

8. 23. Tips for Flooring and Stairs

   DIY Network offers a variety of tips for installing and maintaining your floors and stairs.

9. 24. Updating a Staircase

   

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   This DIY Basic will provide tips on updating a staircase.

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10. 25. Installing a Decorative Rail Down a Staircase

    DIY Network has instructions on how to install chair-rail style molding in a stairwell.

11. 26. Transformers (20:00)

    

    Chris Grundy checks out tools that transform shapes according to the job.

12. 27. B. Original With Trims (20:00)

    

    Makeover stairs, windows, accessories and clothing with trims.

13. 28. How to Create Attic Storage

    

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    These instructions demonstrate how to add more storage space in an unused attic by installing pull-down stairs and plywood flooring.

    Time:

    Several Weekends

    Cost:

    $100 - $250

    Difficulty:

    Moderate

14. 29. The Close Neighborhood (20:01)

    

    It's a close fit on this episode of DIY Network's Desperate Landscapes.

15. 30. Elegant Entertaining Space (03:58)

    

    Homeowners who love to entertain need an area for when friends stop by.