Installing New Hardwood Stairs

Cost to install hardwood stairs.

Installing new hardwood stairs.

Easy to follow step by step instructions give diyers the information they need to install new treads and railings. 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. This task also requires a bit of patience to complete but the result is a. To prepare for the stairs to be finished cut back the lip on the existing treads and thoroughly clean the stairs with a vacuum.

Building a new staircase averages 2 400 certain designs such as l shaped stairs need more framing which can raise the price to at least 3 000 extra framing adds necessary support to your stairs but you ll also pay for more time and more materials. Installing solid wood stair treads requires knowledge of wood grain cutting wood construction and using power tools. In most home improvement projects the skeleton of your stairs is already built but the surface parts the treads and risers might need replacing. A lot goes in to installing hardwood on stairs.

Cut each riser leaving an 8 to 12 degree bevel along the edge where it meets the tread. To get an exact edge use a grinder image 3. Measure each riser separately.