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Gather Tools and Materials — Gather Your Templating Tools

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install treads on a curved staircase · Step 1 of 3

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Begin by gathering all the necessary tools and materials required for the stair tread installation. This includes various cutting saws (circular, table, or miter saw with a fine-tooth blade), a rubber mallet, a hammer, a caulking gun, a finish nailer, polyurethane construction adhesive (do NOT use water-based adhesives), an angle gauge, a tape measure, wood putty, caulk, and/or clear silicone. Having everything readily available will streamline the installation process.

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