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   Wm_Wright | May 07, 2000 06:30pm | #1

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   You did not indicate where the house is located nor the architectural syle of the house. However, IMHO a house, virtually any house, built in 1867 should be restored to its original condition, within reason. In this case, you are concerned only with the front steps. This, more than likely, would not be concrete. You can use the existing steps as a guide. Keeping in mind they may not be original. Cypress is a good choice in wood. Depending, of course on location. It is decay resistent and would be a traditional choice. Again, depending on location. Its your call, of course, but I would urge you to consider what is "right" for the house.

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   sally_chapin | May 07, 2000 06:30pm | #2

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   I just bought a house built in 1867 with rotten front steps leading up to a
   massive porch with 9" columns with a mountain view. What do I replace the
   steps with? Some say mahogony, some say cedar, some say fir (I will paint
   them white), some say concrete???? I'm confused! They are 6 feet wide x 12"
   deep x 1" thick with bullnose, 9 steps..with wooden sides and concrete
   "bowling balls" on the e