Attaching new riser faces to existing stairs - method?

Dave88LX · 05-07-2013, 11:01 AM

Should I be using Liquid Nails? Wood Glue? Screws? 15 gauge nails?

Some combination of the above?

MJ Force · 05-07-2013, 11:33 AM

If your just resurfacing the existing risers with a thin veneer, then a good construction adhesive will do. It can also bond quickly and won't leave any nail holes. If your replacing the risers then use screws and construction adhesive. No squeaks or creaks this way.

Dave88LX · 05-07-2013, 12:38 PM

I'll be adding 3/4" hardwood on top of the treads, and 3/4" "faces" to the risers...

MJ Force · 05-07-2013, 01:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave88LX

I'll be adding 3/4" hardwood on top of the treads, and 3/4" "faces" to the risers...

Ok, so if its not structural I would glue and nail. The same for the hardwood nosing if your using one. 15ga finishing nails shot at a slight angle are best but will leave the largest hole to fill.

Screw down the existing stair treads first to prevent any possible creaks unless they were previously glued and screwed.

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05-07-2013, 11:33 AM	#2
MJ Force Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 196 Rewards Points: 150 View MJ Force's Album	If your just resurfacing the existing risers with a thin veneer, then a good construction adhesive will do. It can also bond quickly and won't leave any nail holes. If your replacing the risers then use screws and construction adhesive. No squeaks or creaks this way.

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Dave88LX Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Red Lion, PA (York) Posts: 754 Rewards Points: 796 View Dave88LX's Album	I'll be adding 3/4" hardwood on top of the treads, and 3/4" "faces" to the risers...

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