DIY Garden Stairs on a Slope!

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1. 0:00–0:04 Prepare the Site From Landscape Steps, Step 1: Plan and Mark Layout

   Begin by clearing the intended path for your outdoor stairs. Remove any existing vegetation, loose soil, roots, or large obstacles that might impede construction. Use a shovel and rake to create a relatively clear and sloped area. For the first (lowest) step, dig a shallow trench or level out a compacted base area to ensure a stable foundation for your first timber riser. It is crucial for the ground beneath the first riser to be firm and level to establish the entire stair's stability.

2. 0:07–0:14 Construct Remaining Steps and Treads From Landscape Steps, Step 7: Construct Subsequent Steps

   Determine your desired rise (height) and run (depth) for each step. Typically, a rise of 6-7 inches and a run of 12-18 inches is comfortable. Place the second timber riser above and behind the first, maintaining the chosen rise and run. Use your level to ensure it's horizontal. Secure this timber with rebar stakes. The area between the first and second timbers forms the tread. Line this area with landscape fabric to suppress weeds. Then, fill the tread with pea gravel, spreading it evenly and compacting it firmly with a hand tamper or your feet. Repeat this process for all subsequent steps, progressively moving up the slope. For enhanced stability, especially on wider stairs or turns, use L-shaped metal brackets at the corners of timbers and secure them with screws or nails. Continue until all desired steps are constructed.

The guide that use this video

• Landscape Steps