Installation Guide

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Step down from a oating oor
Cut the stair nosing to the desired length. Depending on the suboor material, follow
the appropriate instruction for adhering the stair nosing per detailed instructions
below. A ¼” expansion space must be maintained between the nosing and the
oating oor. If a shim is necessary for your application, adhere the shim to the nosing
with construction adhesive and adhere the shim and nosing to the suboor with
construction adhesive and fasten with screws.
Fastening to Wood Suboors
Use a premium grade of construction adhesive and trim screws at least 11⁄8” in length.
Drill holes in the molding for the fasteners. Countersink the screws and ll with nishing
putty. When fastening the stair nosing, space screws 2” from each baseboard or
stringer and a maximum distance of 8” apart down the length of the nosing.
Fastening to Concrete Suboors
Drill into the concrete suboor with a carbide drill bit. Insert an appropriate anchor into
the concrete to accommodate the fastener then follow the procedure above.
Stair Nosings on Stair Treads
Due to the many varieties of stairs available, a professional stair contractor may be
required for certain installations. Check local building codes before altering dimensions
of stair tread, riser and nosing.
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