Although building a staircase may seem challenging, you can easily create exterior stairs with the right expertise and materials. Fortunately, this article will guide you on building exterior stairs for your home in a simple but effective way. A clear, level location is necessary to construct outdoor wooden steps; therefore, start by removing plants and shrubs from the intended site of the stairs.
Also, ensure the place you are building your outdoor staircase is parallel to the house and leads to a doorway. Attach four to six anchor boards to a brick or concrete surface for firmer support, and use a masonry bit to drill pilot holes that will hold anchors or masonry screws. After placing posts by their brackets, fasten them to ensure they are secure.
To integrate the risers and treads, you must first nick the stringer material using the stair gauges and carpenter's square. Secure the stringer to the lower landing by fastening them with eight-diameter galvanized nails. Gradually extend the treads once you have measured the space from the riser's foundation to the top of the notch. Using 4x4-inch lumber for the outdoor staircase posts, trim the pillars, and attach the posts to the stringers.
