Single-stairway to heaven: single-stair apartment buildings offer myriad benefits in terms of affordability, indoor air ...

For example, if a riser is just one or two inches ... Another tip is to make your stairs at least 42 inches wide. The building code minimum is 36 inches, which is quite comfortable for hobbits.

Considering a backyard deck build or reno this year? Be sure you know your numbers when it comes to railing heights, guard heights, and other code requirements.

Building a deck makes for a fantastic addition ... or down if it's less than .5. That will give you an approximate number of stair risers. The actual recommended riser height is 6-1/2 to 8-in.