How to renew a carpeted staircase to solid hardwood ,stair makeover

Moments in this video

1. 4:34–5:55 Measure and Cut Treads From How to Install Treads on Stairs with a Mid-Stair Landing, Step 3: Cut New Stair Treads

   After the risers are installed, measure the depth and length of each individual stair tread. According to these measurements, cut your new hardwood treads. It's crucial to be accurate, as even small errors can lead to visible gaps. You may need to make slight adjustments to ensure a gap-free fit. A track saw, set at a 5-degree angle as demonstrated, can be particularly useful for making precise, straight cuts.

2. 4:34–5:55 Measure and Cut Treads From How to Protect Hardwood Stairs from Wear with Removable Treads, Step 2: Cut Tread Material

   After the risers are installed, measure the depth and length of each individual stair tread. According to these measurements, cut your new hardwood treads. It's crucial to be accurate, as even small errors can lead to visible gaps. You may need to make slight adjustments to ensure a gap-free fit. A track saw, set at a 5-degree angle as demonstrated, can be particularly useful for making precise, straight cuts.

3. 6:45–8:03 Install New Treads and Secure with Shims/Glue/Nails From How to Modernize a Dated Staircase with Rails, Lights and Treads, Step 3: Install New Treads and Risers

   Before permanent installation, dry-fit each new tread and riser combination. Check everywhere for a good, tight fit and minimal gaps. While tiny gaps can be filled later, strive for as few as possible to avoid relying on excessive filler. To ensure a gap-free fit at the bottom of the tread against the previous riser, place cardboard shims at the top of the newly installed riser. Apply a generous amount of strong construction adhesive (like PL Premium) to the underside of the new tread, then press it firmly down onto the existing tread and against the riser. Use a nail gun to secure the tread in place by firing nails into the tread and riser.

Guides that use this video

• How to Install Treads on Stairs with a Mid-Stair Landing
• How to Protect Hardwood Stairs from Wear with Removable Treads
• How to Modernize a Dated Staircase with Rails, Lights and Treads