Danny Lipford: Anytime you have wood outside—whether it’s a set of steps like this, or a wood deck, or a walkway—sooner or later it’s going to get dirty and that means it’s going to get slick and ...

Q: Our front steps have a tiled surface that gets very slippery in rain or snow. We have thought of putting anti-skid tape on them, but it just doesn’t look good. Any other ideas? A: The grit-covered ...

As winter temperatures drop, icy conditions make dangerous slips and falls all too common, which is why it's essential to be proactive in preventing slippery stairs. Sure, you can buy commercial ...

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