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"Stair Cladding" Frequently Asked Questions
Stair cladding consists of different materials you use to cover your staircase. Cladding covers the existing stairs with wooden floor planks and can be made from different materials.
To work out what size your stair cladding needs to be, you need to first measure the size of your steps. To do this, measure from the face of the riser to the outer point of the bullnose. Using this measurement, you can then cut the packing strips down to the right size before gluing and screwing them to the existing risers.
Here is a brief outline of how to install your stair cladding:
1. Start at the top of the staircase and work your way down.
2. Cut two risers to size and apply some adhesive.
3. Attach them firmly to the packing strips.
4. To complete your first stair, apply some adhesive to the existing tread, then press the new one firmly in place.
5. Ensure that the lip and recess fit together snugly.
1. Start at the top of the staircase and work your way down.
2. Cut two risers to size and apply some adhesive.
3. Attach them firmly to the packing strips.
4. To complete your first stair, apply some adhesive to the existing tread, then press the new one firmly in place.
5. Ensure that the lip and recess fit together snugly.
Cladding for stairs is not necessarily slippery but be careful not to apply any polishes to the stairs as this can make them slippery. It’s also best to avoid running up and down the stairs in your socks.
It’s best not to fasten your treads or risers with just nails or staples. Adhesive is much more important than the fasteners and there will be times when fastening may be limited.
The lumberjack tends to be the best adhesive for oak stair cladding because it is flexible and does not cause any warping or shrinkage. It is also very easy to use and sets very quickly for a fast and efficient installation.
To protect and maintain the appearance of oak stair cladding, you can use either a wood varnish, oil or wax.
Newel post cladding is designed to cover an existing newel post. It’s a simple and cost-effective way to transform the look of old newel posts without having to replace them entirely. Newel post cladding is commonly made from pine and oak.
Here’s a brief overview of how to install newel post cladding:
- •Measure your existing newel posts to ensure your cladding will fit correctly.
- •Apply an adhesive to both the newel post and the cladding pieces.
- •Carefully align the cladding pieces with the existing newel post and secure them in place with bands or clamps.
- •Once the adhesive has dried, remove the bands or clamps and then apply wood filler and sand smooth if there are any gaps or imperfections.
- •Attach your newel cap with adhesive and press the cap into place.
A newel post cladding kit is a simple way to upgrade the look of your staircase without renovating it entirely. They are a much more cost-effective alternative to replacing the newel post and can be fitted quickly. These kits include everything you need to fully refresh your newel post, including newel post cladding and a newel post cap to finish it off.
Feel free to get in touch with our team if you have any questions about stair or newel post cladding or how it works.
Feel free to get in touch with our team if you have any questions about stair or newel post cladding or how it works.