Safe, Solid Stairs and Railings for Your Deck

Deck Builders Bergen County NJ · Apr 30, 2026 · 2m

In this episode of Deck Builders Bergen County NJ, we take a closer look at two parts of your deck that you touch every time you step outside: the stairs and railings. Homeowners often focus on the surface boards and overall layout, but comfortable, code-compliant stairs and strong railings are what make a deck feel safe and easy to use every day. We walk you through what goes into designing stairs and railings that look clean and feel solid under every step.

We start by talking about stair design. The height of each step, known as the rise, and the depth of each tread have to fall within…