Let’s Caulk About It — Meet Rita
Rita Stapleton is the powerhouse behind @letscaulkaboutit, where she shows her audience—mostly women—just how doable home improvement really is. From power tools to paint rollers, Rita makes projects feel fun and confidence-boosting.
Rita’s Garage Glow-Up: Easy DIY Stair Railing for Safer Entry
If you’ve ever looked at a part of your home and thought, “This could be safer. It could be prettier. It could just work better,” you’re not alone.
For Rita, it was those 2 steps up to the door that felt a little sketchy, a little underwhelming, and totally off-brand for someone who’s built her name on easy, empowering home updates.
So she decided to fix it.
An Overlooked Space with Real Risks
For years, Rita’s garage stairway was just something she lived with—a narrow space with nothing to grab onto, especially when her hands were full. She knew it wasn’t ideal, but like many of us, it kept getting pushed down the priority list.
This wasn’t just a safety issue—it was an opportunity to bring intention and polish to a space that sees daily use.
Making It Happen
Rita started this project with a small but powerful update—a quick repaint of her garage steps. The fresh coat gave the space a cleaner, more polished look and set the stage for the next upgrade. Check out her thought process on the paint she used for the space.
Once the paint dried, she wanted something that would match the style of their home and be easy enough to install on her own – she decided on using Nuvo Iron’s Stoop Handrail Kit. The straightforward installation process and all-in-one packaging helped her to finish the install in the afternoon.
“I just feel better about this space now. It’s safer and it looks 10x better.”
Rita’s not just making things pretty—she’s making them practical. The handrail gave her the function and security she needed while bringing a subtle but impactful design element to an overlooked part of the home.
The thing about garages is that they rarely get the love they deserve. But small changes like this? They stack up.
The Finished Space
One of the best parts of this whole project is how easy it was for Rita to make her space feel finished. Next time you walk through your garage door, ask yourself—what would make this space feel finished?
Chances are, it’s something small. And with the right tools, you can absolutely handle it.
Browse the product that Rita used for her project:
Handrail Kit – 2-3 Step Aluminum Stoop Railing
Handrail Kit – 4-5 Step Aluminum Stoop Railing
Learn How to Install this Kit with Our Easy to Follow How-to Videos:
