A solid tread is made from any building materials that
create an individual piece that can be used for a stair tread. The
picture below provides you with a 2 x 12 solid stair tread. If your
stair treads are made from one piece of lumber like a 2 x 12, you've got
a solid tread.
Should I Use Solid Treads For My Stairs?
If possible, the answer to this question is yes. There will be times
when you need to use two or more pieces of lumber to create a stair
tread. If the architect is looking for a particular design that requires
multiple pieces, ask for an alternative, especially if you think that
the stairs aren't going to be safe.
What Could Happen, If I Don't Use A Solid Stair Tread?
The biggest problem I have with stair treads that aren't solid or
created from one piece of lumber are the inconsistencies. I can't tell
you how many times I ran across a stairway that was using two 2 x 6's to
create one stair tread and one of them was warped, sticking up or
creating a trip hazard.
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