Visually Inspect for Staircase Wear and Damage — Assess Existing Staircase Condition
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How to Plan a Stair Remodel Budget and Sequence · Step 1 of 10
In this video
After understanding the measurement technique, the video shifts to visually examining the staircase for any obvious signs of wear and tear, which are more common in older structures. It points out that the center sections of the treads are most susceptible to abuse from repeated foot traffic over time. Look for chipped or missing nosing (the front edge of the tread), split sections of the wood, or noticeable depressions and unevenness on the tread surfaces. These visual cues often indicate areas where code violations due to excessive variation are most likely to occur.
Visually Inspect for Staircase Wear and Damage — Assess Existing Staircase Condition
Part of project
How to Plan a Stair Remodel Budget and Sequence · Step 1 of 10
In this video
After understanding the measurement technique, the video shifts to visually examining the staircase for any obvious signs of wear and tear, which are more common in older structures. It points out that the center sections of the treads are most susceptible to abuse from repeated foot traffic over time. Look for chipped or missing nosing (the front edge of the tread), split sections of the wood, or noticeable depressions and unevenness on the tread surfaces. These visual cues often indicate areas where code violations due to excessive variation are most likely to occur.