Steps for installing a new metal handrail into concrete surfaces. Wearing eye protection, heavy-duty gloves and a dusk mask is recommendation for this project.

In the previous two columns, we suggested a number of DIY improvements to make the home safer. These included adding grab bars in the bathroom and installing a taller commode. Today, the subject ...

Dear Heloise: We live in a trilevel house and have seven steps going up and seven steps going down. My husband installed a second handrail opposite the one that was already there on both sets of ...

Nothing updates a tired deck (and improves safety) faster than new railings. Cable railings are a sleek option, but be aware ...

Handrails or grab bars are the most common modification made for seniors, closely followed by rugs to prevent tripping, according to a new analysis. Fewer are saying they are installing sensors.

Installing handrails is another way to reduce the risk of falling at home. Higher placement, between 36 and 42 inches above the ground, is particularly helpful for balance.