To replace stair railing, start by finding and marking studs. In order to be safe, handrails for stairs must be anchored securely to the wood framing behind the drywall or plaster. Here are a few tips ...

A basement stairway has been the scene of many accidents where there was nothing to hang onto. And so has a wide-open or steep stairway where there’s no railing for support on the opposite wall.

A San Mateo reader's husband has a neurological disorder that affects his balance and ability to walk. He's reluctant to make safety improvements to their home because he doesn't want to pay to have ...