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Stair Tread Measurement
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Step 2 · Step 2: Measuring Your Tread Width
Keeping your tape measure parallel to the riser, measure the width of your tread from side to side. For staircases enclosed by walls, measure from one wall to the other. If your stairs are open on one or both sides, measure the full width of the wooden tread surface. Most homeowners prefer a small, uniform border of about 1 inch on each side for a classic, finished appearance. Write down the width for every single step.
Measure twice, write it down once — small errors cause costly delays during install.
For a clean bordered look, standard residential treads leave about a 1-inch space on each side. Adjust your measurement expectation accordingly.
For a clean bordered look, standard residential treads leave about a 1-inch space on each side. Adjust your measurement expectation accordingly.
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