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Step 5 · Step 5: Secure the Treads

Carefully place the glued tread back onto the stair. To prevent splitting the wood, always drill pilot holes first. You can drill up from underneath the staircase for a hidden finish, or from the top down if the screw heads will be covered later. Drive wood screws into the pilot holes to pull the tread down tight. For a clean look, countersink the screw heads so they sit just below the wood surface.

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Step 5 · Step 5: Secure the Treads

Carefully place the glued tread back onto the stair. To prevent splitting the wood, always drill pilot holes first. You can drill up from underneath the staircase for a hidden finish, or from the top down if the screw heads will be covered later. Drive wood screws into the pilot holes to pull the tread down tight. For a clean look, countersink the screw heads so they sit just below the wood surface.

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Stair Treads

Step 5 of 10·2.7 hr left

Step 1: Measure for a Perfect Fit
15 minutes3 items
Step 2: Cut Your New Treads
30 minutes4 items
Step 3: Dry-Fit Each Tread
20 minutes2 items
Step 4: Apply Wood Glue
10 minutes3 items
5
Step 5: Secure the Treads
25 minutes4 items
6
Step 6: Clean Up Squeeze-Out
5 minutes1 items
7
Step 7: Let it Cure
12 minutes
8
Step 8: Fill for a Flawless Finish (Optional)
15 minutes2 items
9
Step 9: Sand for a Smooth Surface
45 minutes4 items
10
Step 10: Apply Your Protective Finish
60 minutes3 items
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