Terminator Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 I need some advice on the renovation of an open plan stair case. Any advice much appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 After what I've read I'm tempted to suggest giving Turbofit a call. ..but I won't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil tt Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 What do you want to know? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terminator Posted September 14, 2007 Author Share Posted September 14, 2007 They creak like hell. They don't have any of the normal wedges to tighten. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil tt Posted September 15, 2007 Share Posted September 15, 2007 Can you see the back of the stairs, any pictures:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted September 15, 2007 Share Posted September 15, 2007 I'm sure I read somewhere that installing triangular support blocks can help this. This was for unopen stairs so you'd have to make up nice finished versions and screw-fix them to the treads and stringers. Stairs creaks because wood is rubbing on wood. Either a tread or riser is not secure and can be remedied fairly easily if the under-side of the staircase is accessible. Under the stairs the ends of the treads are often supported by wedges. Use a hammer to tighten them by tapping their ends. There should be tongued and grooved joints between the rise and tread sections of each step. Sometimes there are glued triangular blocks in place, which may need tightening, or replacing with metal repair plates (or shelf brackets can be used). It is useful to have someone walking on the stairs so you can locate where the creaking is. If the under-side of the stairs is difficult to access due to decor or plaster covering, then try to remedy from the front. Locate the position of the creaking and try lubricating the join with talcum powder or French chalk. If the treads and risers are not jointed together, gently prise them apart with a screwdriver and fill the join with wood glue. If the treads and risers are jointed, drill and countersink clearance holes approximately 25cm apart through the tread. At the top of the riser drill pilot holes in the same positions. Insert screws into the front of the tread to the riser. Tighten the screws and cover the heads with filler. If the stairs are varnished use a coloured filler to match, otherwise carpet will hide the join. Sand the area for a smooth finish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyP Posted September 15, 2007 Share Posted September 15, 2007 .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted September 15, 2007 Share Posted September 15, 2007 .. Got there before I could do it...... H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyP Posted September 15, 2007 Share Posted September 15, 2007 Got there before I could do it...... H. Sorry H:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted September 15, 2007 Share Posted September 15, 2007 Sorry H:D Never apologise for a great gag Tony!! Sorry for the hijack! H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil tt Posted September 15, 2007 Share Posted September 15, 2007 A pic would be helpful, not of the carpenters though:d Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted September 17, 2007 Share Posted September 17, 2007 Hijacked already..... and we've only just begun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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