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Red Oak Golden Oak Retro Stair Tread Closed 48 in

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Special Price $48.55 ea was $63.67 ea
Red Oak Golden Oak Retro Stair Tread Closed 48 in
Lead time is approximately 1 -2 weeks
Expected shipment date : 06/16/2026 to 06/17/2026
Categories: Retro Stair Treads, Closed (Box) Retro Treads, Quick Ship Products, Most Popular Prefinished Oak Retro Treads, In Stock Stair Treads and Risers
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We've been providing prefinished treads online to do-it-yourself, contractors, and building supply stores for over 15 years.
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Besides stair treads, we can source and finish flooring, handrail, newel posts, and other wood products to make your project a complete success!
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Light honey-gold and instantly familiar- Golden Oak is the default prefinished stain on millions of US staircases and the most common match for Oak floors installed in the 1990s and early 2000s. Install this 48-inch closed retro tread over your existing step in 30–45 minutes.

If your floors were installed before 2010 and have a light, bright honey tone, Golden Oak is likely your closest prefinished match. At 48 inches, this tread fits the mid-range of residential stair widths- common in single-family homes built since the 1980s.

SPECS

• Thickness: 3/4 inch (retro)

• Width: 11-1/2 inch | Length: 48 inches

• Nosing: 1-1/2 inch | Closed (box) end

• Finish: Prefinished Golden Oak- light honey-gold factory stain + poly coat

• Species: Red Oak | Janka: 1,290

INSTALLATION NOTE

Loctite PL Premium adhesive in S-curves + brad nailer at 6-inch intervals. 30–45 min. Allow 24 hours before foot traffic.

STAIN / FINISH TIP

Factory finished- no staining required. For a precise colour match to older floor finishes, order our Red Oak Stain Colors Sample Pack ($19.95) to compare Golden Oak against your floors before purchasing the full set of treads.

ColorGolden Oak
Unit Of Measureea
Width11-1/2 in
Color CodeMGOK
Length48 in
PrefinishedYes
ProfileRetro Stair Tread Closed
Thickness3/4 in
Wood SpeciesRed Oak
Quickship ItemNo
Stain ColorRed Oak - Golden Oak [D25]
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  1. Q:What is a traditional 1-inch stair tread and when should I use it?
    A:A traditional stair tread is 1" thick — the standard for new staircase construction or full replacements where existing treads are removed. Required by most US building codes for new builds. Use when existing treads are too damaged to install over, or when building a staircase from scratch.

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  2. Q:What does closed or box end mean on a stair tread?
    A:Closed (box) end means both sides of the tread are cut square with no decorative return nosing — it fits wall to wall with both ends hidden. The correct style when neither end of your staircase is open to the room. Most widely available in all species, sizes, and finishes

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  3. Q:How are traditional stair treads installed?
    A:Traditional installation requires removing the existing tread first: pry from below or cut the nosing and pull off stringers. Once removed, check stringer surface is flat and clean. New treads are installed with construction adhesive plus screws from below, or toe-nailed through the back edge. Return styles need additional care when fitting around baluster holes or open stringer ends. Carpentry-level project — many homeowners hire a stair carpenter for best results.

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  4. Q:When do I need a 48-inch stair tread?
    A:48" treads are used in wider residential staircases — common in larger custom homes, colonial-style homes, and formal entry staircases. A 48" staircase feels noticeably more generous than a 42". Also found in converted commercial spaces, wide hallways, and some split-level designs. Always measure before ordering — a 48" tread in a 42" opening needs cutting; under-ordering creates gaps.

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  5. Q:Why is Red Oak the most popular species for stair treads?
    A:Red Oak accounts for over 50% of hardwood floors in US homes built before 2015, making it the natural match for most staircase upgrades. Janka hardness 1290 — handles residential traffic for decades. Open grain accepts stain evenly for consistent color matching to existing floors.

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  6. Q:What does Golden Oak stain look like?
    A:Golden Oak is a light, warm honey stain — more yellow-gold than orange. Lighter than Gunstock and Butterscotch. Ideal for rooms where you want brightness and warmth. A classic match for Red Oak floors finished in the 1990s–early 2000s. Also popular for beach house, cottage, and Scandinavian-influenced interiors.

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