Physically Remove Old Stair Treads — Remove Old Treads
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Stair Treads · Step 1 of 6
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For the initial removal of the old stair treads, which were extensively glued and nailed, the video suggests using robust tools. Insert a crowbar underneath the edge of an old tread, and then use a sledgehammer to drive the crowbar deeper, creating leverage. Pry the tread upwards forcefully. It's important to note that the treads, often made of composite wood, are likely to break into multiple pieces during this process due to the strong adhesive. The video shows broken pieces with nails still attached, indicating the force needed and the integrity of the original installation. After the main pieces are detached, extract any exposed, large nails from the underlying wooden structure using the claw of a hammer or the crowbar.
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Physically Remove Old Stair Treads — Remove Old Treads
Part of project
Stair Treads · Step 1 of 6
In this video
For the initial removal of the old stair treads, which were extensively glued and nailed, the video suggests using robust tools. Insert a crowbar underneath the edge of an old tread, and then use a sledgehammer to drive the crowbar deeper, creating leverage. Pry the tread upwards forcefully. It's important to note that the treads, often made of composite wood, are likely to break into multiple pieces during this process due to the strong adhesive. The video shows broken pieces with nails still attached, indicating the force needed and the integrity of the original installation. After the main pieces are detached, extract any exposed, large nails from the underlying wooden structure using the claw of a hammer or the crowbar.