In multi-level homes, staircases can make grand statements by front doors or be more subtle and hidden near kitchens. They can be straight, can be curved or can zig-zag from the first to the second ...

A row of repeating balusters forms what is commonly known as a balustrade. Balusters are small posts that support the top rail of a railing. Balustrades are seen on staircases, around balconies, and ...

I have done a number of wood-to-iron stair baluster conversions. Some were where the old turned wood balusters are upgraded to wrought iron and the existing railings were used. This process is nice ...

Next time you’re in an older home, take a close look at the stairs to see if you can find a unique quirk. Sometimes you’ll see a single baluster that doesn’t match the others within a staircase ...

Q: I have wrought-iron balusters on my stairway that are showing a bit of rust. No one seems to know what to use to clean them up. Can you help me? A: I know a few simple strategies for rust -- from a ...