[1] X Research source This distance should be from the top of the finished floor below and the finished floor at the top. Re: Stair Stringers...lam Plywood Vs 2x12 Used ply for stringers on a curved stair before... don't think I'd go through the extra work for straight runs. First make a test stringer on 2x12 stock, then use it as a template for the rest of the stringers. You have to know both methods because many stairs require a midspan stringer which is always notched. Compare Click to add item "Steel Stair Stringer" to the compare list. Lay a straight piece of 2x12 on sawhorses. This stringer has been pressure treated for ground contact (GC) applications and can be completely buried in the ground. KITZMANS DIXON LLC DB161063 Treated 2-Step Stringer. While the stairs seemed firm, a better installation would have central support posts. Backed by a 2-year color warranty. The type of deck material that you are using also plays an important role in load support. Cutting stringers If you plugged in the run @ 4’ you would end up with 6 risers. If so, I would recommend additional 4x4 posts (with footings) be added in at the center of each stringer. Use the best 2x12 boards you can find for stringers. Use of this site is subject to certain Terms Of Use. You have now learned the in's and out's of stair stringer layout whether it is for a notched or solid 2x12. $18.79 $ 18. 4-Step Pressure-Treated Pine Stringer, Get head starts building outdoor stairs with. 1-2x12: 2-2x6: 2-2x8: Nosing (min ¾", max 1¼") Inches: Step3. Our local stores do not honor online pricing. If you’re using synthetic decking for the treads, some manufacturers require stringers to be spaced no more than 12 inches apart. Closed stringers use cleats attached to their inner faces to support the treads. Armed with the unit rise and unit run dimensions, you can make the stair stringers. 3-Steps Steel Stair Stringer black 7-1/2 in. x 12 in. Need Help? Other options New from $10.00. "Jay_Moge (Jay Moge) April 13, 2006, 3:29am #11. dvalley: Were the stairs bouncy or wobbly? 5-Step Pressure Treated Southern Yellow Pine Deck Stair Stringer. There is no solid stringer covering the outsides of the steps. Ideal for a variety of applications, including decks, docks and other outdoor projects where lumber is exposed to the elements. Light and easy to manipulate, this stair frame is quickly installed. What made it more challenging is if you simply plugged the rise in to a construction calculator, you would end up with 3 treads. Please Note: Prices, promotions, styles and availability may vary by store and online. 8-Step Pressure-Treated Cedar-Tone Stair Stringer, Pre-cut, Pre-stained, Outdoor Use 8-Step Pressure-Treated Cedar-Tone Pine Stair Stringer Get head starts building outdoor stairs with Get head starts building outdoor stairs with this durable, cedar-tone stair stringer. Deck stair stringers are 9 feet long without center supports. 6-Step Ground Contact Pressure Treated Pine Stair Stringer. Hold up stair treads with this 3-step stair stringer that meets the highest grading standards for strength and appearance. Sold in Stores Go to previous page. Find the Number of Risers. Remember to apply preservative to the cut edges. Please call us at: 1-800-HOME-DEPOT (1-800-466-3337), Please enter in your email address in the following format: you@domain.com. Stringer Type. Too many easier, cheaper, less labor intensive (it adds up) solutions. Go to next page. High-grade and long-lasting, this stair stringer comes with a lifetime limited warranty against rot and termites. Or, experiment with incorporating stairs into a beautiful, inviting terraced landscape design. Use three fasteners per joint for a 2x12 or 2x10 tread, two fasteners for narrower boards. The minimum tread depth is 10" and the maximum riser height is 7-3/4". 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