Prepare the Self-Adhesive Stair Tread

What happens in this clip

Take one self-adhesive stair tread and turn it over to expose its backing. Carefully peel off the clear plastic protective film from the entire adhesive surface of the tread. This action prepares the tread for immediate application, exposing the sticky side.

Goal: Expose the adhesive backing of the stair tread.

What's used

Tools

• Hands

Materials

• Self-Adhesive Stair Tread
• Carpet tiles
• Non-adhesive stair treads with separate adhesive

About the full video

This project demonstrates the quick and easy installation of self-adhesive stair treads onto wooden stairs. The process involves preparing each tread by peeling off its protective film, then carefully positioning and pressing it onto the stair. The result is an instant aesthetic upgrade and improved safety for the staircase.

Step 1 of 2: Prepare Your Treads: Peel the Protective Liner

With care and precision, begin to peel the protective plastic liner from the adhesive backing on each of your Oak Valley Designs carpet stair treads. This simple action will reveal our unique, non-damaging pressure-sensitive adhesive, ready to securely bond your tread to your staircase, offering a better way to tread.

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Other videos for this step

• Prepare the Stair Treads
• Apply Peel-and-Stick Carpet Treads