Top 100 Stairs Projects

1. 76. How to Build an Office Under the Stairs

   

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   The space under a flight of stairs can be the perfect spot to set up a home office.

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $250 - $500

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

2. 77. How to Build a Closet Under a Staircase

   

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   Wasted Spaces host Karl Champley knows how to find space just about anywhere – and he says the area under staircases is a prime s...

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $250 - $500

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

3. 78. How to Build Brick and Paver Stairs

   

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   Learn how to build outdoor steps in a sloped area using bricks and patio pavers.

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4. 79. How to Install a Spiral Staircase

   

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   Installing a spiral staircase is a simple job within the reach of DIYers with modest skills. Kits of the staircases are readily availab...

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $1,000 - $2,500

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

5. 80. Deck Basics and Terminology (01:30)

   

   Learn the basics of deck construction along with its terminology.

6. 81. How to Install Basement Stairs

   

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   Learn how to fix creaky steps, fix a baluster and what to look for when inspecting a staircase for problems.

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7. 82. How To Restore a Porch Railing

   

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   Learn how to restore a water-damaged original handrail around a porch, with a new beveled bottom rail to keep the water from damaging t...

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $1,000 - $2,500

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

8. 83. Focal Point Deck Staircase (00:34)

   

   Paul shows a funky focal point of a staircase being attached to a deck.

9. 84. Hardwood Stairs (02:29)

   

   Installing hardwood floors and stairs is an instant home-equity boost.

10. 85. Renovating an Inviting Entry (00:03:10)

    

    The entry, stairs and stained-glass windows are next up on Nicole's list.

11. 86. How to Install a Carpet Runner on Wooden Stairs

    

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    Creating and installing a carpet runner on stairs using tackless strips adds color and comfort to stairs and can be accomplished by a D...

    Time:

    Under Half Day

    Cost:

    $250 - $500

    Difficulty:

    Moderate

12. 87. How to Build Exterior Stairs

    

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    Learn how to build an exterior stairs using pressure-treated wood and galvanized (rust-proof) hardware to combat rot, rust and other da...

    Time:

    Weekend

    Cost:

    $100 - $250

    Difficulty:

    Moderate to Hard

13. 88. Quick and Easy Stair Treads (01:16)

    

    Complete this step of the project by installing the stair treads.

14. 89. How to Remove Rust from Railings

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    Learn how to easily remove rust from outdoor railings with these step-by-step instructions.

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    Cost:

    $1 - $50

    Difficulty:

    Easy

15. 90. How to Stain a Banister

    

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    It is easy to give a banister a whole new look in just a few easy steps.

    Time:

    Weekend

    Cost:

    $100 - $250

    Difficulty:

    Easy to Moderate