Stair Remodel Question

8 years ago

We are remodelling our home and I wanted to new stairs to have no outer edge skirting or trim. I am ordering replacement treads that slide over the older ones, but am still unsure what to do about the risers. I cannot seem to find anyone local who has done this. I would just like to know if anyone knows how to achieve this look before I embark on figuring it out myself. Thanks! Below are some pictures for reference. The first picture is of my stairs, right after drywalling.

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just_janni

8 years ago

I think that is simply painted plywood on the upright stair parts, and drywall up to the treads.

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zoe4mom
Original Author
8 years ago
@jannicone Yes, but what I am wondering is how they make it a smooth transition, so that the seams don't show.
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Mark Bischak, Architect
8 years ago
If you are putting new treads over the old treads, are you raising the level of the floors so all the stair risers are the same?
ILoveRed
8 years ago
Not only that, will your rise be uncomfortable and will it meet code?
zoe4mom
Original Author
8 years ago
@markbischak , yes, they will be adjusted using the same ratio/ proportions so as not to mess up code requirements.
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Mark Bischak, Architect
8 years ago
That's good. I'm not worried about code, I was worried about a step with an odd size riser causing a trip and fall.
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Joseph Corlett, LLC
8 years ago
I'd use a few finish nails and construction adhesive to secure 1/2" thick cabinet grade plywood to the risers, then call the drywallers back to corner bead and mud the exposed ends.