Stair Tread Nosing Repair

A stair nosing or edging strip is a length of aluminum or plastic that protects the edges of stairs that are not already protected by a built in bullnose or rounded edge.

Stair tread nosing repair.

It is not easy to remove one tread without having to dismantle half the staircase so repairing a bullnose is not always recommended. Treads become squeaky and the bullnose edges become misshapen or dipped. The interchangeable varying width extension sections can be used to completely cover steps and landings without the need for matching floor materials and will be safe and elegant for years to come. Lift the carpet up to the stair you are working on.

The latham extra heavy duty ehd repair tread system is designed to provide complete versatility. Stair repair aluminum abrasive grit treads with nose and flat treads in multiple sections can be used to cover any landing or unusual tread depth. Step 1 removal. For that reason a plated stair nosing with scratches would most likely need to be replaced.

This is harder if your staircase is carpeted. For example if the metal profile is anodized plated you will be unable to repair the scratch because buffing or brushing could remove the finish. Treads as pictured above square sides or beveled in various widths cover any desired area. Construction adhesive sold separately is for use between nosing and the front edge of the stair to prevent cracks.

Most stair nosings have an l shaped profile so that they wrap around the front edge of the stair tread and down over the riser the vertical board just below the tread. Norament stairtreads with a pre shaped stair nosing riser and tread all in one piece are a clean and enduring solution for creating safer spaces. Stair nosings have an extra piece of material that protrudes slightly over the step which increases surface area and traction. Just as with plated nosing rubber or pvc stair nosing with scratches cannot be repaired either.

Norament stairtreads are cost effective for both new and renovated buildings. Screw nosing into place to protect the front portion of the stair and provide a slip resistant surface. For wood stairs use 4 wood screws. Repair to a 200 year old oak set of stairs has had a big problem with wood worm and house had been neglected for many years a few of the treads were worn a.

For concrete stairs use concrete anchors with 4 screws.