The National Safety Council considers unintentional falls one of the leading causes of household accidents in the U.S. This trend is especially true among adults 65 and older with one in three ...

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 ...

In spite of being in the construction business for more than two decades, we still marvel at the splendor of newly completed home or remodel. Handsome doors, finely crafted cabinets and trim, bright ...

Stripped screw holes are the most likely reason for any movement on a handrail. To tighten up handrails with spindles, apply a metal corner bracket to reinforce the structure from below. For even more ...

SINGAPORE - When it comes to elder-friendly designs, it is all about the details. A continuous handrail, for instance, is one of the key features of a recently renovated three-storey terrace house off ...