The first question most DIYers ask when installing stairs for the first time is, “Do you install the risers or the stair treads first?”The correct answer is to install the riser first. The reason is that you want a nice snug fit along the riser with the tread above it. Typica...
Pour the concrete to form stairs. Schedule pours to allow safety stair treads to be installed quickly before initial set occurs. Make sure you have the required number of safety treads before pouring concrete. WARNING: THE USE OF VERY LARGE AGGREGATE OR CONCRETE WITH A VERY LOW SLUMP WILL MAK...
This article covers why it's important to lead with certain feet when climbing the stairs, how to navigate stairs with an assistive device like a cane, and other safety tips. It also discusses exercises often recommended to strengthen the muscles involved in stair climbing and how best to help...
A new oak handrail, glossy hardware and some wall and ceiling paint may be all it takes to spruce up your homes entryway. Plus, small can be beautiful when it comes to DIY projectsthis staircase ...
How to Install Stair Risers and Treads With your stringers cut and secured, you can begin installing your treads and risers. You always install the first two risers first, and then the treads are installed on top of the first riser, and against the second riser. Remember, your project ne...
Cleaning your stair treads is important for ensuring proper friction for stairway traffickers. Tread and nosing covered in dirt, grease, grime, or build-up may not provide appropriate slip-and-fall prevention.Use the following steps to maintain your stair treads and keep your staircases safe for...
To install without a stringer, floating stair treads are generally fixed or pegged directly into the wall using a reinforcing metal frame or prefabricated anchoring pockets. How to Measure for Floating Stairs Whether Measuring floating stairs for a Remodel or New Construction, measuring is always a ...
How do I install a stairway headroom? Steps: Carefully pry old stair treads from staircase. Use reciprocating saw to cut out the old stair stringers. Cut new notched stringers from 2x12s using a circular saw; finish cuts with handsaw. ...
Determine the center-to-center baluster spacing and mark their positions on the stair treads. Illustration © L.J. Smith Stairs Inc. On the post-to-post staircase shown, the total run of the balustrade is the horizontal distance between the two opposing newel faces. We used the calculations...
The stair treads are a horizontal board that you step on. The stair tread is possibly made of 2×12 single but it is often made of two decorative boards. Stringer is a wide board usually having the size of 2×12 walking on the base spot and angle to framing deck supporting the stairs...