Building a deck makes for a fantastic addition to any home. But it’s not going to be much use without a good set of deck ...

When the blocking is attached between stair stringers, it has no effect on the tread dimension. This greatly simplify matters, but it’s not a cure all for all types of stairs.

The prefabricated stringers I worked with recently are made from steel. They are not notched. The manufacturer, Fast-Stairs , welds steel angle irons onto the stringers that support the treads.

News; Features; How to build exterior stairs that last Sat., Sept. 10, 2016 These are custom-cut stair stringers. A special joist protection tape with butyl adhesive will help resist wood rot at ...