Red Oak Unfinished Retro Stair Tread Closed 11.5 in wide x 42 in long. Use unfinished treads to apply your own stain and polyurethane on site - some degree of sanding and minor prep-work should be expected..
Unlike 1" thick traditional treads retro treads are 3/4quot; thick and are designed to reface a stair rather than replace the entire stair. Using retro treads and retro risers will allow you to simply install over the top of your existing staircase. Solid retro stair treads are 3/4" thick with a full 1" bullnose and 11 1/2" deep. The "closed" style means that this tread has no mitered returns. Sometimes this is also referred to as a box tread.
Our solid stair treads are guaranteed to never separate between the wood staves offering a lifetime of usage.
In order to install retro treads on your stair case simply cut away the existing bullnose from each stair leaving a flush surface to work with. Our retro treads have a 1" bullnose along the front edge which is meant to hang over the existing step. Retro risers are designed to fit under the retro tread's bullnose to ensure a polished and finished look. For more information on the installation process check out our installation video for a step by step guide to installing retro treads and retro risers.
Maximum flexibility at the lowest price point- this Red Oak Unfinished 42-inch retro tread is the go-to choice when you need a precise floor colour match. Sand, stain, and finish on-site to get an exact match to any existing hardwood floor. No compromise, no guesswork.
At $35.52, this is also WoodStairCo's most accessible retro tread. The unfinished surface accepts any oil-based or water-based stain- apply the same product you used on your floors. Red Oak's open grain absorbs stain evenly, making it the most consistent species for DIY finishing.
SPECS
• Thickness: 3/4 inch (retro/retrofit)
• Width: 11-1/2 inch | Length: 42 inches
• Nosing: 1-1/2 inch overhang | Closed (box) end
• Finish: Unfinished- sand and stain on-site
• Species: Red Oak | Janka: 1,290
INSTALLATION NOTE
Sand to 120-grit, apply stain, let dry, apply 2–3 coats of polyurethane (lightly sand between coats with 220-grit). Once fully cured (48 hours), apply Loctite PL Premium adhesive and use a brad nailer. Allow 24 hours before foot traffic after installation.
STAIN / FINISH TIP
Not sure which stain? Order our Red Oak Stain Colors Sample Pack ($19.95)- test all 10 colours on real Red Oak wood at home before committing. Apply the same stain and finish product used on your existing floors for the closest possible match.
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