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Stair Safety Glazing Requirement
Shatterproof safety glass is required on all windows when the house wall acts as a barrier to adjacent stairs, landings or areas at the top and bottom of stairs. If a window or a portion of a window falls within the zone shown in the image below, the window must be safety glazed. This rule is designed to prevent injuries due to accidental impact from falls. The application of safety glazing film to glass that was not originally treated is acceptable. You also can install a guardrail at least 18" from the glass to satisfy the requirement.
Box Steps and Stairs
Learn how to build a set of box platforms to act as stairs for a low deck. You don't need to cut stair stringers.
Stair Safety Glazing Requirement
It can be dangerous to have windows near deck stairs. Learn about options that you can use to make these areas safer and code compliant.
Glass Rails
Installing glass rails will usually require you to build the rail frame first and take precise measurements to custom order the tempered safety glass...
How to Build & Install an Outdoor Deck Gate
In this easy-to-follow guide, we explain the process of building a deck gate and installing it on your deck.
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Footings
Information related to installing frost footings for decks
Framing
Learn structural framing methods
Decking
Learn about wood and composite decking materials
Stairs
An in-depth look at the complex issue of how to build stairs
Railings
How to install guardrails and handrails to meet IRC code
Features
An overview on water drainage, benches, planters and lights
Design
The basics of deck design
Planning
Learn about permits and working with contractors
Porches & Patios
Build a covered deck to enjoy all seasons
Ledger
Proper attachment techniques
Care
Maintain your deck to maintain your investment
Materials
An overview on water drainage, benches, planters and lights
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Stair Safety Glazing Requirement
Shatterproof safety glass is required on all windows when the house wall acts as a barrier to adjacent stairs, landings or areas at the top and bottom of stairs. If a window or a portion of a window falls within the zone shown in the image below, the window must be safety glazed. This rule is designed to prevent injuries due to accidental impact from falls. The application of safety glazing film to glass that was not originally treated is acceptable. You also can install a guardrail at least 18" from the glass to satisfy the requirement.
Box Steps and Stairs
Learn how to build a set of box platforms to act as stairs for a low deck. You don't need to cut stair stringers.
Anchoring Deck Stairs
Learn how to anchor your deck stairs to a concrete landing pad or footings. Follow our step-by-step instructions with photos.
Stair Safety Glazing Requirement
It can be dangerous to have windows near deck stairs. Learn about options that you can use to make these areas safer and code compliant.
Glass Rails
Installing glass rails will usually require you to build the rail frame first and take precise measurements to custom order the tempered safety glass...
How to Build & Install an Outdoor Deck Gate
In this easy-to-follow guide, we explain the process of building a deck gate and installing it on your deck.
Rail Parts
We discuss the different components that compose a wood deck rail system. Learn about rail posts, top and bottom rails, balusters and a top cap.
Explore Articles by Topic
Footings
Information related to installing frost footings for decks
Framing
Learn structural framing methods
Decking
Learn about wood and composite decking materials
Stairs
An in-depth look at the complex issue of how to build stairs
Railings
How to install guardrails and handrails to meet IRC code
Features
An overview on water drainage, benches, planters and lights
Design
The basics of deck design
Planning
Learn about permits and working with contractors
Porches & Patios
Build a covered deck to enjoy all seasons
Ledger
Proper attachment techniques
Care
Maintain your deck to maintain your investment
Materials
An overview on water drainage, benches, planters and lights