A right return stair tread is a stair tread with a wall on the left side of the staircase and the right side is exposed when viewed from the side. Right return stair treads have a mitered return attached to therightside of the stair tread. The Traditional style means that this stair tread is designed to replace the existing stair tread
Prefinished and unfinished solid stair treads offer you the ability to install beautiful solid hardwood on each of your steps. Simply open the box, trim the right edge of this stair tread to fit, pull up existing stair tread and you're ready to install; no messy stain or polyurethane is needed for prefinished stair treads. Use unfinished treads to apply your own stain and polyurethane on site - some degree of sanding and minor prep-work should be expected.
Wooden treads in a staircase can completely change the look and feel of a home. Most commonly, the choice of stair tread depends on the flooring installed. Whether you are going for a stair tread that matches your flooring or is a complete contrast to your flooring color can depend on your style and design preferences. In traditional installations, the stair treads create a warm and inviting feel to your home.
Every stair tread we sell is made and finished domestically. Granted, it may be less expensive to import stair treads, but we enjoy the quality control and ability to customize each and every order just for you.
Right Return stair treads are a full inch thick on the bullnose and 3/4" thick along the tread body and are 11 1/4" deep. TheRight Returnstyle means that this stair tread has one mitered return along the right edge. Remember that "right" is relative but is always determined as youascendthe staircase. Sometimes this style of stair tread can be referred to as aright hand open stair treadorright mitered return stair tread. A quick and easy test is to determine if there is or will be a wall onthe left sideyour new staircase and is or will the right side of the staircase will be visible from the ground level once installed? Do or will your balusters directly intersect your new stair tread? If the answer is "yes", these right return stair treads are for you. If the left end is exposed, you may want to consider a "left mitered return". If both ends are against a wall or kneewall, you need a "closed" or "box" style stair tread. Right return stair treads will typically have balusters that directly intersect the tread as well.
Not only do we offer right return stair treads at the some of the most competitive prices on the internet, we stand behind each and every stair tread with our lifetime structural warranty.
Our solid right return stair treads are guaranteed to never separate between the wood staves and are offered in over 23 different species.
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Traditional Right Return Stair Treads- 1 Inch | Open-Sided Staircases
Traditional right-return stair treads from WoodStairCo are built for staircases where the right side, when facing the stairs going up, is open to the room. The right end is rounded and factory-finished, so there is no exposed raw wood, no capping needed, and no site-finishing required on that side.
At 1 inch thick and 11.5 inches deep, these traditional-profile treads are the correct choice for full stair replacement or new construction. Available in Red Oak and White Oak- unfinished for a custom stain match, or prefinished in Butterscotch, Gunstock, Natural, Smoke, and more.
Factory-finished return end- right end is rounded and smooth, no exposed raw wood on the open side
1-inch traditional thickness- full-replacement fit on standard stair carriages, meets residential building code
Unfinished or prefinished- sand and stain to an exact floor match, or install same-day with a prefinished option
Premium hardwoods- Red Oak and White Oak for every style and budget
Standard lengths- 42", 48", 54", 60", 72", 84" to fit most residential staircases
In stock and ships fast- no special-order delays on standard sizes
Prefinished Stain Colors- R
Traditional Right Return Stair Treads- 1 Inch | Open-Sided Staircases
Traditional right-return stair treads from WoodStairCo are built for staircases where the right side, when facing the stairs going up, is open to the room. The right end is rounded and factory-finished, so there is no exposed raw wood, no capping needed, and no site-finishing required on that side.
At 1 inch thick and 11.5 inches deep, these traditional-profile treads are the correct choice for full stair replacement or new construction. Available in Red Oak and White Oak- unfinished for a custom stain match, or prefinished in Butterscotch, Gunstock, Natural, Smoke, and more.
RIGHT RETURN vs LEFT RETURN vs CLOSED- Comparison Table
Factor
Right Return
Left Return
Closed (Box)
Best for
Right side open to the room
Left side open to the room
Both sides enclosed
Finished end
Right end rounded + smooth
Left end rounded + smooth
Both ends square-cut
Thickness
1 inch
1 inch
1 inch
Price range
$47–$122
$47–$122
$28–$115
Is a Traditional Right Return Tread Right for My Project?
Open-Stringer Staircase Replacement
If one side of your staircase is open to the living room, hallway, or entry- and you are doing a full stair rebuild- a right return tread is the correct profile. The factory-rounded right end eliminates the need for a separate nosing cap or site-finishing on the exposed side.
Matching Existing Red Oak Hardwood Floors
Most US homes have Red Oak hardwood floors. Our unfinished Red Oak right return treads accept any stain- apply the same product as your floors for a near-seamless match. Not sure which stain? Order our Red Oak Stain Colors Sample Pack ($19.95) - test all 10 colors before buying.
Contemporary White Oak Staircase
White Oak is the dominant choice for modern and transitional homes. Our unfinished White Oak right return treads accept natural satin, grey-wash, wire-brushed, and dark espresso finishes. Pair with White Oak Unfinished Traditional Risers ($45.36–$58.96) for a fully matched result.
Two-Tone Tread + White Riser Design
The most popular staircase renovation look is stained treads with white painted risers. Pair any prefinished or stained tread with Pre-Primed White Traditional Risers ($28.14) for a clean, classic two-tone result.
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