Next use a tape measure image 1 and mark where cuts need to be made on each tread and riser cutting at the marks with a miter saw image 2.
Installing hardwood floors on stairs.
Cut the prefinished stair riser to the proper height using a circular saw.
Installation of solid hardwood treads and risers takes place in a single installation step significantly reducing installation time.
Measure the riser on the bottom step.
In most home improvement projects the skeleton of your stairs is already built but the surface parts the treads and risers might need replacing.
Place flooring adhesive on the back of the riser and glue it into place on the.
A lot goes in to installing hardwood on stairs.
To prepare for the stairs to be finished cut back the lip on the existing treads and thoroughly clean the stairs with a vacuum.
Here s our starting point.
Here is a step by step guide on how to complete this project successfully.
Installing hardwood flooring on stairs you can face with open sided staircase.
It ended up being a little more difficult than normal since we planned on installing hardwood flooring on stairs with an existing nosing but i found an easy solution.
Watch how to install treads risers and stair nosing on it.