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Hi, replacing carpeted steps inside house with oak treads, originals are approx 9 in deep,?

new ones are right at 11 and a half, should I rip them or use as is? is there some kind of code on how deep they should be? also, should I drill them and screw them or will liquid nail work with a few brads shot through them?

You can leave a nosing overhanging the riser, but it should be no more than 1 1/2 ". I would rip the treads down to 10 1/2 " and leave the nose. That gives more platform on each step and are easier and safer to use. Glue will hold the treads in place. The brads only hold them for the glue to set. I always left a small space behind the tread where it met the riser so they would not touch. Contact at that joint can cause squeaks if there is any flex in the tread whatsoever.

Screws really should go through a pre-drilled hole in the tread, otherwise it may cause the tread to raise a bit and squeak after time. Screws also do not work that well when doing retro as the stringers are brittle and will split unless pilot holes are used.

You will need to remove the existing treads from the stringers to maintain the riser heights. 8" is the maximum allowed and each must vary by no more than 3/8" to be according to code.

Hope this helps. You can e-mail me if I can help further.

Good luck with it.

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Free Shipping. Carpet Stair Treads - Set of 4 $29.99 Protect your wooden stairs and entryways from wear and tear with this set of 4 non-slip stair treads. Reminiscent of the braided rugs from America's early years, these carpet stair treads add a warm look to the home while protecting wood from scratches, dirt and wear. Stair protectors feature non-skid backs so you can simply put them in place for temporary installation.  Carpet tacks (included) can be used for permanent installation of stair treads. Polyester with a rubber backing. This item ships directly from Stacks and Stacks. Product usually arrives in 2-8 business days, depending on destination, including order processing and shipping.

Ladder Treads (TD3G-24) $27.7 Ladder Treads are available in five materials to match your application. Choose from three steel treads: slip-resistant Grip-Strut, non-slip perforated, or non-slip abrasive coating. All steel treads are supplied with a primer finish. For corrosive or wet environments choose an aluminum step with either slip-resistant Grip-Strut tread or ribbed surface. NOTE: Customer installs non-slip coating on the Steel with Non-Slip Coating treads.

Ladder Treads (TD3A-24) $54.6 Ladder Treads are available in five materials to match your application. Choose from three steel treads: slip-resistant Grip-Strut, non-slip perforated, or non-slip abrasive coating. All steel treads are supplied with a primer finish. For corrosive or wet environments choose an aluminum step with either slip-resistant Grip-Strut tread or ribbed surface. NOTE: Customer installs non-slip coating on the Steel with Non-Slip Coating treads.

Ladder Treads (TD3B-24) $15 Ladder Treads are available in five materials to match your application. Choose from three steel treads: slip-resistant Grip-Strut, non-slip perforated, or non-slip abrasive coating. All steel treads are supplied with a primer finish. For corrosive or wet environments choose an aluminum step with either slip-resistant Grip-Strut tread or ribbed surface. NOTE: Customer installs non-slip coating on the Steel with Non-Slip Coating treads.

Ladder Treads (TD3R-24) $18.3 Ladder Treads are available in five materials to match your application. Choose from three steel treads: slip-resistant Grip-Strut, non-slip perforated, or non-slip abrasive coating. All steel treads are supplied with a primer finish. For corrosive or wet environments choose an aluminum step with either slip-resistant Grip-Strut tread or ribbed surface. NOTE: Customer installs non-slip coating on the Steel with Non-Slip Coating treads.

Ladder Treads (TDAR-24) $53.9 Ladder Treads are available in five materials to match your application. Choose from three steel treads: slip-resistant Grip-Strut, non-slip perforated, or non-slip abrasive coating. All steel treads are supplied with a primer finish. For corrosive or wet environments choose an aluminum step with either slip-resistant Grip-Strut tread or ribbed surface. NOTE: Customer installs non-slip coating on the Steel with Non-Slip Coating treads.

Ladder Treads (TD3G-30) $32.7 Ladder Treads are available in five materials to match your application. Choose from three steel treads: slip-resistant Grip-Strut, non-slip perforated, or non-slip abrasive coating. All steel treads are supplied with a primer finish. For corrosive or wet environments choose an aluminum step with either slip-resistant Grip-Strut tread or ribbed surface. NOTE: Customer installs non-slip coating on the Steel with Non-Slip Coating treads.

Ladder Treads (TD3A-36) $94.8 Ladder Treads are available in five materials to match your application. Choose from three steel treads: slip-resistant Grip-Strut, non-slip perforated, or non-slip abrasive coating. All steel treads are supplied with a primer finish. For corrosive or wet environments choose an aluminum step with either slip-resistant Grip-Strut tread or ribbed surface. NOTE: Customer installs non-slip coating on the Steel with Non-Slip Coating treads.

Ladder Treads (TDAR-30) $77.6 Ladder Treads are available in five materials to match your application. Choose from three steel treads: slip-resistant Grip-Strut, non-slip perforated, or non-slip abrasive coating. All steel treads are supplied with a primer finish. For corrosive or wet environments choose an aluminum step with either slip-resistant Grip-Strut tread or ribbed surface. NOTE: Customer installs non-slip coating on the Steel with Non-Slip Coating treads.

Ladder Treads (TD3A-30) $68.5 Ladder Treads are available in five materials to match your application. Choose from three steel treads: slip-resistant Grip-Strut, non-slip perforated, or non-slip abrasive coating. All steel treads are supplied with a primer finish. For corrosive or wet environments choose an aluminum step with either slip-resistant Grip-Strut tread or ribbed surface. NOTE: Customer installs non-slip coating on the Steel with Non-Slip Coating treads.

Ladder Treads (TD3B-30) $19.3 Ladder Treads are available in five materials to match your application. Choose from three steel treads: slip-resistant Grip-Strut, non-slip perforated, or non-slip abrasive coating. All steel treads are supplied with a primer finish. For corrosive or wet environments choose an aluminum step with either slip-resistant Grip-Strut tread or ribbed surface. NOTE: Customer installs non-slip coating on the Steel with Non-Slip Coating treads.

Ladder Treads (TD3G-36) $39.2 Ladder Treads are available in five materials to match your application. Choose from three steel treads: slip-resistant Grip-Strut, non-slip perforated, or non-slip abrasive coating. All steel treads are supplied with a primer finish. For corrosive or wet environments choose an aluminum step with either slip-resistant Grip-Strut tread or ribbed surface. NOTE: Customer installs non-slip coating on the Steel with Non-Slip Coating treads.

Ladder Treads (TD4G-24) $31.8 Ladder Treads are available in five materials to match your application. Choose from three steel treads: slip-resistant Grip-Strut, non-slip perforated, or non-slip abrasive coating. All steel treads are supplied with a primer finish. For corrosive or wet environments choose an aluminum step with either slip-resistant Grip-Strut tread or ribbed surface. NOTE: Customer installs non-slip coating on the Steel with Non-Slip Coating treads.

Ladder Treads (TD4A-24) $62.7 Ladder Treads are available in five materials to match your application. Choose from three steel treads: slip-resistant Grip-Strut, non-slip perforated, or non-slip abrasive coating. All steel treads are supplied with a primer finish. For corrosive or wet environments choose an aluminum step with either slip-resistant Grip-Strut tread or ribbed surface. NOTE: Customer installs non-slip coating on the Steel with Non-Slip Coating treads.

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Staying Safe On Stairways

Although elevators and ramps are sometimes used to connect different levels in homes, stadiums and theaters, stairs are the most common means of connecting one floor to another. And, although they can be useful and beautiful, staircases can also be dangerous; especially for elderly individuals.

A bad fall on flat surfaces can do its fair share of damage, but staircase falls are even more dangerous because you fall further and your body can bang into each step on the way down. Every year, thousands of people are injured or killed by stair accidents. If you have crowds, older family members or small children moving up and down your stairs, here are a few "steps" you can take to make their journey a little safer.

Non Slip Stair Treads
One way to decrease the number of slips on your stairs is to install non slip stair treads. Whether your stairs are made of concrete, wood, metal, marble or other smooth materials, non slip stair treads can increase the friction between the stair and the rubber soles and socks that your family wears. In addition to increasing your family's safety, non slip stair treads will also protect the staircase itself and help it last longer. There are many different kinds of stair treads to choose from too which makes it easy to select treads with the right thickness, width, abrasive surfaces and color to best meet your needs.

Sturdy Handrails
Handrails are another great way to increase staircase safety. Make sure they are small enough to be gripped easily and that they are available on at least one (preferable) two sides of the staircase. Handrails provide added support that makes it easier to climb stairs. With handrails, both your arms and your legs share the work of getting to the top. In case of a fall, handrails also provide a great way to stop yourself.

Good Lighting
Lighting is important because it is easier to miss a step or trip over clutter when you can't see where your feet are going. Lighting should be strong and available all along the stairs and there should be switches at both ends of the staircase. After all, it won't be very useful to have lights all along the stairs if you can't even turn them on until you've already gotten to the other end of the staircase.

If you must have carpet on your stairs instead of non slip stair treads, be sure that it is a tight woven brand because fluffy and thick rugs contribute to slipping and tripping. Make sure that the carpet is well-secured to the staircase as well. Otherwise, you'll be taking a flying carpet ride with a very hard landing.

About the Author

If you are looking for stair treads though, Amstep (http://www.amstep.com) is one of the leading stair tread providers in the U.S. Their non slip stair treads are so durable and reliable that they have been installed on U.S. aircraft carriers. The author, Art Gibb, is a freelance writer.

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