Q. An elderly friend of mine has some steps to her basement that have no handrail. I told her I'd put one up, but the walls alongside the steps are made of cement blocks. The steps themselves are also ...

If you have a set of basement stairs with no lighting, IKEA Hackers user Denis shows off a way to install a lighted handrail in a small space with a few cheap parts. With clear plexiglass and some LED ...

Anyone with a basement knows that having a lower level is a design dream. But, while you might be fixated on how to make the most of your space—be it a home office, play area, or private theater—there ...

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 ...

There are plenty of reasons to consider renovating your basement. Whether you’re looking to accommodate a growing family or simply trying to grow the value of your home, your basement can be an ...

Stairs. Most of us use them every day without thinking. Nearly every home has a set or two; from steps into the house, steps getting us into the basement, or even the staircase that takes us to the ...