Building Stairs with the Pyramid Method

What happens here

The video concludes by demonstrating the 'pyramid method' for building robust stairs. This method involves building a large, solid base (pyramid) that extends all the way back to the anticipated end of the stairs, ensuring each step is fully supported beneath. This prevents individual steps from deflecting over time and ensures the entire staircase acts as a single, stable unit, like a snowshoe. The steps are built with alternating courses, similar to a running bond, which distributes weight and prevents shifting. This method is considered the best way to build durable and stable retaining wall stairs.

Goal: Construct structurally sound and stable stairs using the pyramid method.