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INSTALLATION GUIDE of the STAIR TREAD
INSTALLATION GUIDE of the STAIR TREAD
Required Tools
- Vacuum
- Finishing nailer
- Safety glasses
- Work gloves
- Measuring tape
- Scraper
- Construction adhesive
- Caulk gun
- Jig saw
- Miter saw
- Table saw
Installing your Stair Tread
It is the responsibility of the owner/installer/builder to determine and ensure the suitability of the building
materials and all associated installations for the intended use.
Note 1 of 2* For landings and at the top of the stairs, stair tread is not to be used.
and cut off the clicks. Starting at bottom step, lay strips of glue on the back of the riser approximately
every 6”. Press into place and hold with painters tape (need to remove tape before installing the tread on
next step).
7. Measure your step using a tape measure or an angle gauge (the depth needs to include the riser
1. Remove spindles from your staircase if they are on top of existing tread.
2. Remove any existing flooring (e.g. carpet), staples, or glue from your stairs.
3. Remove bullnose from each step of your existing staircase (if it exists).
4. Remove any excess loose film material on back side of the stair tread nose (if it exists).
5. Ensure the workspace is clean of dirt and debris prior to installation.
6. If coordinating riser is needed, use coordinating riser or coordinating flooring and cut to size
installed
in step 6).
8. Using a miter or table saw, cut your tread to the necessary size and angle.
9. Dry fit the tread onto the step ensuring a snug fit. If you notice that pressure is needed to keep the tread
nose flush to the riser, check the back side of the stair tread nose for any excess loose film that may exist
from the manufacturing process. Cut off any excess loose film using a utility knife (running it across the
length of the back of the nose).
10. Using construction adhesive, apply a 1/4” bead around the perimeter of the step and then throughout the
Note 2 of 2* The bottom of the next riser will be sitting on top of the first installed stair tread, so the height may
need to be cut down compared to the firs
middle in a serpentine pattern. Press the stair tread down on top of the step.
t riser used.Maintenance, Tips, and Warnings
Dust-mop or broom can be used for daily maintenance. When necessary, clean with a MOIST cloth or mop and
a neutral PH cleaner – heavy use of detergent cleaners will leave a residue and, over time, lead to a cloudy film.
NEVER USE floor polish or floor cleaning wax, oil soaps, etc. These products can damage and/or leave a film
on the flooring.
Richard Liu
+86.519.8585.1798 Fax:+86.519.8585.6878
info@xinflooring.com ( 7*24 hours online)
Science & Technology, Industrial Park, Hutang Town, Wujin District, Changzhou City, Jiangsu Province, 213162, China.