Crown Heritage Poplar Stair Risers
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Stair risers are the vertical boards that run between the horizontal treads of your staircase. Since risers are highly visible to anyone standing at the bottom of a staircase, choosing an aesthetically pleasing riser can transform the look of your staircase or your entire entryway.
Risers and stair riser covers or overlays come in a variety of real wood or laminate options and are available in different colors. Placing white stair risers between natural wood treads gives your staircase a bright effect. You can also opt to paint plain wood risers to match your space. Changing from a carpet to a wood staircase opens up your room and gives it a more elegant feel. See our guide — How to Convert Carpeted Stairs to Hardwood — for a do-it-yourself stair remodel. You can also consider tiling your risers. Adding stair riser tile lets you create a truly distinctive look.
Stair riser height determines how far you have to raise or lower your foot when using the stairs and is a factor in both comfort and safety. Codes vary, but stair riser height is typically between 7 inches and 7-3/4 inches.
When installing your own stair treads and risers, secure the risers into place first with nails or screws and construction adhesive. Then attach the treads. Stair or step risers are commonly placed completely vertically or slightly angled. Tilting the risers away from the incline creates more area on the treads, giving the person walking up the stairs a more comfortable climb.