Treads, Risers and Nosing
Bring tread selection into the estimate for Park Slope. We can compare hardwood tread profiles beside the railing once the rooms have been measured.
Bring tread selection into the estimate for Park Slope. We can compare hardwood tread profiles beside the railing once the rooms have been measured.
Decide whether existing risers will stay while the existing floor is still visible in Seventh Avenue. Then check where the treads meet skirt boards or balusters.
In Fifth Avenue, record any differences between individual steps before deciding on stair measurements. New coverings can affect the finished rise at the first or last step.
Keep the warranty terms with the estimate for your Park Slope property. Confirm how to request service if a workmanship concern comes up.



Measure the full run and both landings. In Park Slope, ask which preparation, materials, and transitions are included in the written scope.
For a narrow brownstone with long connected rooms near Seventh Avenue, bring samples into both rooms under their normal light. Changes to the landing can affect the first and last riser. Review that detail while the existing surface is still in place.
Removing carpet may reveal work beyond a simple refinish. Before the visit, assess the surface under old stain or carpet.
Compare the edge shape with the finished floor above. In Park Slope, choose a nosing that fits the adjoining landing before committing to the plan.
Changes to the landing can affect the first and last riser. For the Park Slope estimate, include the finished height of every planned layer.
At the Park Slope visit, view samples on the stair in its normal light. Different wood species may need separate samples.
Walk the stair with the crew after the scope is complete. Follow up with the crew about how to review movement, surface finish and transition edges.
Bring up the tread selection when we review the rooms in Park Slope. Match the edge shape to how the stair turns.