Woodstairco.com is your source for finished wood stair treads, risers, and stair parts.
About Us
Order Policies
Let Us Help You
USD
Search
 Contact Us: (866) 283-4224
Menu
Search
Home
My Cart
Me

Red Oak Unfinished Retro Riser 42 in

SKU
RRIZRUNFI-42
main product photo
-8%
Special Price $18.62 ea was $20.18 ea
Red Oak Unfinished Retro Riser 42 in
Lead time is approximately 1 -2 weeks
Expected shipment date : 07/28/2026 to 07/29/2026

Unfinished products are considered commodities and will require some degree of additional minor prep-work before they can be considered complete, or "finished". Some degree of sanding / puttying is to be expected before finishing. Alternatively, consider ordering prefinished products.

Categories: Retro Risers, Wood Stair Risers
UV Finish
We're one of the only stair companies utilizing a 100% solids UV-cured finish on our products. This finishing method offers the most durable finish on the market today!
Experience
We've been providing prefinished treads online to do-it-yourself, contractors, and building supply stores for over 15 years.
Complete Solutions
Besides stair treads, we can source and finish flooring, handrail, newel posts, and other wood products to make your project a complete success!
First-Grade Product
Quality is at the front of all our wood products.
Red Oak Unfinished Retro Riser 42 in
ColorUnfinished
Unit Of Measureea
Width7-1/4 in
Color CodeUNFI
Length42 in
PrefinishedNo
ProfileRetro Riser
Thickness3/4 in
Wood SpeciesRed Oak
Quickship ItemNo
Stain ColorRed Oak - Unfinished
Reviews
Your Rating
Product FAQs (7)
Product Questions and Answers
  1. Q:This product says it's 42 inches long and 1/4 inches thick. I need to know the height. You have another product the pre-primed white retro riser that gives all of its product dimensions but it's not the product I need. There is no place on pre-primed white retro riser page to ask questions. So I'll ask my question here. Regarding the pre-primed white retro riser (1/4 x 7 1/4 x 42) do you have one that is 1/4 x 8 x 42?
    A:All of our risers, both traditional (3/4" thick) and retro (1/4") are 7-1/4" tall (or high). We won't have a riser on the website that is 8" tall but we can certainly custom make one for you. Simply call or e-mail us with a list of any other items and quantities you need and we'll put together a quote for you.

    Josh McGrath

    0
    Report Abuse
    Read other answers
  2. Q:What is the width or height of this 42" Length x 1/4" Thick riser? I'm looking for a 7 3/4" or 8" in height or width.
    A:The standard riser width is 7 1/4". If you need to order a special width, please call and speak with a friendly representative! You can see the dimensions of our products at the link below. Standard Stair Dimensions- http://woodstairco.com/stair-tread-dimensions

    Josh McGrath

    0
    Report Abuse
    Read other answers
  3. Q:Can I stain this tread any color I want?
    A:Yes. Unfinished hardwood treads accept any oil-based or water-based stain. Sand lightly with 120-grit, apply chosen stain, allow to dry, then apply 2–3 coats of polyurethane. For floor matching: bring a floor sample to a paint store to identify the correct stain. We also offer a Red Oak Stain Colors Sample Pack for testing before committing to full treads.

    0
    Report Abuse
    Read other answers
  4. Q:Is 42 inches the most common residential stair width?
    A:42" is the most frequently ordered tread size in the US — typical for single-family homes built between the 1970s and 1990s. If you live in a standard residential home and are unsure of your stair width, 42" is a reasonable starting assumption. Always measure — but if your measurement falls between 40"–44", a 42" tread with minor trimming is usually the cleanest solution.

    0
    Report Abuse
    Read other answers
  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.

    Josh McGrath

    0
    Report Abuse
    Read other answers
  6. Q:What is the difference between retro risers and traditional risers?
    A:Retro risers are designed to install over existing risers — same concept as retro treads. Traditional risers (3/4" thick) are used in new construction or when replacing the full stair assembly. Retro risers are the correct pairing for retro tread installations; traditional risers pair with traditional tread replacements.

    Josh McGrath

    0
    Report Abuse
    Read other answers
  7. Q:Do I need to install risers when I install new stair treads?
    A:Not always. Open-riser staircases have no risers by design. Closed staircases already have risers that may not need replacing unless damaged. For a full retro tread installation, replacing risers at the same time gives the cleanest result — especially if existing risers are chipped, stained, or mismatched. Retro risers use the same adhesive + brad nailer method as treads.

    Josh McGrath

    0
    Report Abuse
    Read other answers
Post your question: Red Oak Unfinished Retro Riser 42 in
Additional Items you may need
  1. Red Oak Unfinished Retro Risers - 1/4" x 7-1/4"
    Red Oak Unfinished Retro Risers - 1/4" x 7-1/4"
    As low as $18.23 ea was $19.72 ea
  2. Red Oak Unfinished Retro Stair Treads - 3/4" x 11-1/2" (1" Nose)
    Red Oak Unfinished Retro Stair Treads - 3/4" x 11-1/2" (1" Nose)
    As low as $25.68 ea was $27.78 ea
  3. Red Oak Unfinished Landing Tread - 3/4" x 5-1/4"
    Red Oak Unfinished Landing Tread - 3/4" x 5-1/4"
    As low as $14.81 ea was $16.02 ea
  4. White Retro Riser - 7-3/4 in
    White Retro Riser - 7-3/4 in
    As low as $11.81 ea was $14.77 ea