Please choose the correct ending to complete the given sentence: Home and Garden: [header] How to measure stair stringers [title] Determine the overall height of the stairs. [step] Extend a level out across the upper edge of the deck or porch (or the entry point, if you're building stairs for a shed or similar structure). Stretch your tape measure from the bottom of the board to the ground.

Ending1: [substeps] Note that using a tape measure on stairs is a common-instinct in the engineering world where experienced construction workers are always willing to stand if needed. [title] Measure the length of each stair at the height of the slope (not the upper edge, if it has greater stairs). Ending2: [substeps] Make sure your tape measure is also at least 38 in (41 cm) from the bottom edge (for a shed or similar structure). You can also use great gauge tape which can be purchased at a hardware or home improvement store. Ending3: This will tell you exactly how high the new stairs will reach. [substeps] The stringers are the notched, sloping boards that will go on either side of the stairs to hold the steps and support the weight that's placed on them. Ending4: How high you get depends on the roof of your house. [substeps] If you're building stairs for a shed, it should be at least about a meter high.

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