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1. 6:15–7:14 Cut Out the Stringer From How to Lay Out and Cut Deck Stair Stringers, Step 4: Cut the First Stringer

   Carefully cut along the marked lines on the stringer board. Use a circular saw for the main straight cuts that define the risers and treads. For the internal corners where the circular saw blade cannot reach, switch to a reciprocating saw (Sawzall) to finish these cuts precisely. This combination of tools ensures clean, sharp inside corners and accurate stringer shapes.

2. 7:14–7:47 Replicate Stringers (Pattern Use) From How to Lay Out and Cut Deck Stair Stringers, Step 5: Transfer Layout and Cut Additional Stringers

   Once the first stringer is perfectly cut, mark it with a 'P' (for pattern) to easily identify it. Use this first stringer as a master template to mark all subsequent stringer boards. Lay the 'P' stringer directly onto a new stringer board, align it carefully, and trace its outline with a pencil. This method ensures that all stringers are identical in dimensions, eliminating the need to re-measure and recalculate for each one, which saves time and prevents compounding errors.

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• How to Lay Out and Cut Deck Stair Stringers