How to Build Natural Stone Steps

By Charles Mcraven
Published on January 11, 2021
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by Adobestock/Floydine

Learn how to build natural stone steps for a simple introduction to masonry and to add interest and structure to your garden.

A 3-foot-wide set of stone steps will fit nicely with most paths and is easy to build. The stones you use must be flat and heavy enough to stay in place under foot traffic. It is very important to wedge stones, if necessary, so they are stable — a rocking stone step is very dangerous. As with flagstones, don’t be misled by nice wide slabs of stone that aren’t smooth on top. And remember that only the top surface and leading edge are visible in the finished product.

How to Build Natural Stone Steps

  1. First, estimate the slope by measuring its height from a level, allowing 16 inches for each tread and 6-7 inches for each riser.
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