Secure the First Tread

What happens in this clip

Once the first tread is accurately positioned, secure it in place. If the treads are self-adhesive, carefully peel off the backing and firmly press the tread onto the stair, ensuring good contact across its entire surface. If not self-adhesive, apply double-sided carpet tape to the back of the tread before pressing it down. Ensure the tread is smooth and free of wrinkles.

Goal: Firmly attach the first stair tread to the stair

What's used

Materials

• Double-sided Carpet Tape
• Staple gun and staples (for more permanent installation)
• Stair Tread (Self-adhesive)

About the full video

This project demonstrates the quick and easy installation of pre-made, self-adhesive stair treads to add style, safety, and comfort to wooden stairs. The process involves preparing the stairs, accurately positioning each tread, and securing them in place, transforming a bare staircase into a finished look.

Step 2 of 2: Secure Your Tread: Firmly Press into Place

With the liner removed, take your prepared Oak Valley Designs carpet stair tread and meticulously position it onto your clean step or landing area. This is where your careful planning comes into play for that professional-looking result! Once perfectly aligned, press down firmly across the entire tread. This ensures our powerful, yet gentle, pressure-sensitive adhesive makes full, secure contact with the surface, creating a stable, stylish, and long-lasting installation. You're making your stairs safer, more stylish, and built for everyday life.

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Other videos for this step

• Install the Stair Tread onto the Stair
• Place and Secure First Tread