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Stair Installation

From: gdamm92432@aol.com
Category: Carpentry and Framing
Date: 07 Apr 2000
Time: 16:05:38
Remote Name: 152.163.201.207

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We recently replaced our oak floors with new oak floors because the original installation had been done so poorly. The next phase is to replace six treads and seven risers in the stairway (already torn out). I know that ideally the risers should go in first and the treads butt into them and are then screwed together from the back. My problem is that the house is a tri-level with all finished walls and no access to the underside of the stairs. Is there a specific reason that they should be installed this way or could I install the risers on top of the treads. I want to avoid squeaks and it seems that this method, using construction adhesive and nails would avoid this issue since the tred can't rub against the riser. I design and build high end custom furniture for a living and have redone our entire house so you don't need to oversimplify. Thanks for your help!

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