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Apply Flooring Adhesive — Apply Adhesive to Steps

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How to Install Outdoor Carpet Stair Treads on Concrete Steps · Step 3 of 6

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Using a notched trowel, a flooring adhesive, which appears yellow-ish in color, is applied generously and evenly to the surface of each concrete stair tread and riser. The notches in the trowel help to create ridges in the adhesive, ensuring good coverage and adhesion for the subsequent underlayment.

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