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finishing stair treads for carpet


   
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Old 08-22-02, 04:31 AM
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finishing stair treads for carpet
My stairwell into the basement is currently 2"x 8" treads with no risers. I am planning on carpeting.
What is the detail for installing the riser to the stringer? use boards or plywood?
 
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Old 08-24-02, 11:54 AM
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Cool
You can use either since you're carpeting over it.
Good luck!
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