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PART 2 - Installing False Risers PART 4 - Installing the LJ-8079 False Tread Kit
NOTE : If you are using a false bullnose starting step , read Part 6 before installing false risers .
False Riser
Fit and install the false risers on the closed side of the stair using glue and finish nails . Cut a 45 ° miter on all false risers for the open side of the stair . Install using glue and finish nails .
PART 3 - Installing the LJ-8172 False Tread Kit
The LJ-8079 False Tread Kit may be used for right or left hand applications . Locate the non-grooved side of the tread toward the middle of the stair . Trim the tread to the run of the stair . Cut the miter from the end of the 9 " piece of moulding that will be toward the middle of the stair . Save this piece to use later on the miter return .
Then cut the 9 " moulding to fit the width of the tread . Miter cut the 14 " piece of moulding to fit the length of the tread . Glue both mouldings to the tread .
Assemble the false treads to the stair using glue and finish nails . Fit and install the miter return to the end of the 14 " moulding using glue .
PART 5 - Installing the LJ-8179 False Tread Kit
Notch Out
Place the false treads on the closed side of the stair and mark the length needed . NOTE : Always place the tread on the stair with the non-grooved edge toward the middle of the stair . Install the false treads using glue and finish nails .
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The LJ-8179 False Tread Kit may be used for right or left hand applications . Mark the run of the stair on the tread and cut out the notch using a bandsaw or table saw . There is no need to piece-in the end of the miter return . Install the tread using glue and finish nails .
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