Assess Existing Staircase & Components — Assess Existing Staircase Condition
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How to Plan a Stair Remodel Budget and Sequence · Step 1 of 10
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The first step involves a comprehensive assessment of the current staircase. Observe any visible cracks in the treads, listen for squeaks or noises when pressure is applied, and check for any looseness in the individual stair components. Identify the riser (vertical board), tread (horizontal board you step on), skirt board (trim along the wall), and stringers (structural supports underneath). Note that the original stairs have an oil-based polyurethane finish, which has ambered over time, and feature a scotia molding underneath the nosing of each tread that hides the gap where the tread meets the riser. Understanding these components and their current condition is crucial before beginning any demolition or replacement work.
Assess Existing Staircase & Components — Assess Existing Staircase Condition
Part of project
How to Plan a Stair Remodel Budget and Sequence · Step 1 of 10
In this video
The first step involves a comprehensive assessment of the current staircase. Observe any visible cracks in the treads, listen for squeaks or noises when pressure is applied, and check for any looseness in the individual stair components. Identify the riser (vertical board), tread (horizontal board you step on), skirt board (trim along the wall), and stringers (structural supports underneath). Note that the original stairs have an oil-based polyurethane finish, which has ambered over time, and feature a scotia molding underneath the nosing of each tread that hides the gap where the tread meets the riser. Understanding these components and their current condition is crucial before beginning any demolition or replacement work.