Simple Exterior Handrail (for Less Than $100): I recently found myself in need of a new handrail on the steps coming down from my back porch. While the project had the novelty (at least for me) of requiring cement anchors...overall the project seemed pretty straight-forward so I decide to take …

Q: I want (my husband) to replace the ugly metal railing on the concrete steps in front of our house with a nice wooden one. He says that it’s impossible,…

In the final installment of this three-part series on building deck stairs, Kevin Manning, project manager at Red House Design, talks through adding the final piece of the stairs: hardwood railings. The railings were assembled in sections, secured to a bottom rail, and then topped with a molded handrail for a professional finish.

Love your porch? See how to build a handrail that's cheap but sturdy, so you can get up or down your stairs, even if they're icy, or you overstayed happy hour.

Discover breathtaking deck railing ideas to enhance your outdoor space. From traditional to modern designs, find inspiration for your dream deck

Whether you choose a wooden or metal deck rail, traditional or transitional, the right deck rail design can give your deck a custom look says HGTV.