What kind of wood do you use for stair treads?
The best wood for stair treads is a matter of personal preference – any hardwood or pine species can serve your purposes. The choice comes down to the type of grain and hues you like most, and whether you want your stair treads to match or complement your hardwood floors.
Can you use regular wood for stair treads?
Treads should not creak, squeak or make cracking noises. They should be durable enough to last a lifetime, while providing an aesthetic complement to your home. Hardwood is the most common, and almost any species can be used.
Can I just glue stair treads?
A polyurethane glue, such as Loctite PL Premium, is a highly recommended adhesive. Since the stair treads, or the surface of your stairs, receives a lot of foot traffic, you’ll want to make sure it’s properly installed.
What is a good thickness for stair treads?
The standard thickness of stair tread is up to 1-1/16” of an inch, although 1” stair treads are extremely common and found at all big box home reno stores. Remember also that stairs must have a minimum depth of 10” and minimum width of 24”. What is this? Many stores offer treads that are ¾” thick.
Do you put risers or treads first?
Do work at least one riser ahead before installing treads. Installing two risers is one way to ensure proper strength and performance. The important thing is to remember to install riser, tread, riser, tread or install the risers first.
What goes on first stair tread or riser?
The riser is installed first for the reason that you want a nice tight fit along the top of the riser to the tread above it. There is always the possibility that there is a small variation in the width of the riser boards or the height of the notches cut in the stair jacks.
Can you use 2×10 for stair tread?
It is acceptable and within building code guidelines to use either 2×10 or 2×12 dimensional lumber to create a set of stairs; however, a stair stringer should not be less than 3.5 inches wide at its narrowest point to provide adequate strength for the load the stairs will be supporting.