Questions and Answers for EVERMARK Stair Parts 48 in. x 11-1/2 in. x 1 in. Unfinished Red Oak Plain Cut No Return Engineered Stair Tread

A:  Hi DS28, if your question is asking if these treads will work at a 45-inch width with a center stringer (and supported on each end by stringers), with proper installation and compliant with building code, the answer is yes. These treads are designed to be used in standard residential and commercial applications where a traditional riser is used underneath the nosing. If you have additional questions, we will reply as quickly as possible. Thank you!

A:  4characters - Unfortunately no. However, we do offer a fasttread that can be located by Store SKU #1005308829. Good luck with your project!

A:  Hello Newbie - the matching landing tread is store sku 176757. Good luck with your project!

A:  Hi Newbie - it really depends on your job site application. Please feel free to give us a call for more direction at 678-455-5188.

A:  Peebs - we're sorry this happened to you. Please contact our customer care team at 678-455-5188. Our hours of operation are M-F 8-4:30pm EST.

A:  Yes. The treads come unfinished, so they can be stained

A:  Hi Jonathan! Yes, this tread can be cut, sanded, stained and finished to match your red oak decor. Good luck with your project!

A:  Yes we stained ours and they are beautiful

A:  Hi SamV, thanks for the great question. These treads are intended to be used with risers for structural support. Typically, it's the riser underneath the tread that supports the tread above it. With the modern look of the "open riser" design, or stairs without a physical riser, we have been asked if these treads can be used on an open riser stair. To that question we say no, the tread is too thin to support the average weight of a person without the use of a riser. We recommend solid treads that are a minimum of 2-inches thick for open-riser stairs. I hope that answers your question, but if you have more questions we will reply as quickly as possible. Thank you!

A:  It is for cosmetic purposes, if you stain the stair tread you can do a painted or stained riser. 

A:  Hi Daniel, thanks for the question. These treads are not designed to be used on floating (open riser) staircase designs. We strongly suggest you consult with an experienced stair builder to determine what is the best open-riser design for your particular home/job site. If you have additional questions, we will reply as quickly as we can. Thank you.

A:  You would need to use metal bracket supports. It all depends of your design, but this piece is way stronger than pine.

A:  Hi Neil, thank you for the question. Red oak is not a species of wood that is conducive to exterior use. The grains will absorb moisture and expand during times of high humidity, then contract and crack when humidity is lower. Even when stained and sealed, red oak will eventually corrode when exposed to the elements. We highly recommend using a species like pressure treated pine, redwood, cedar, or similar wood that adapts well to exterior climates. Please consult with the associates in the Lumber Department in your local Home Depot store for their recommendations for exterior treads. Thank you.

A:  No that treads are better for indoor only

A:  I would recommend you go another route. These treads are red oak which is not great for outdoor applications (unlike white oak). Not sure what sort of "waterproof" finish you could put on them that wouldn't make them slick. Compounding the issue is that a solid slab tread will not drain like a slatted tread.

A:  Hi JoeM, thanks for the question. By "tread overhang," are you describing the length of the tread above and how much it extends past the face of the riser underneath? If so, that dimension is regulated by building codes. Typically, building codes limit tread overhangs to a minimum of 3/4 in. to a maximum of 1-1/4 in. We strongly suggest you consult with your local building authorities to learn the code limits in your area. Thank you!