Ratings & Reviews for RetroTread 42-in L x 11.5-in W x 0.625-in T Unfinished Bullnose Stair Tread
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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise these wood stair treads for transforming outdated carpeted stairs into premium features. Most highlight the solid red oak construction, exceptional grain quality, and how beautifully the wood accepts stain and finish—many report results matching existing flooring and railings. Reviewers consistently note the treads look like custom millwork rather than DIY products. Installation is manageable with common tools and adhesives, with customers appreciating the ability to retrofit over existing stairs without full replacement. The cost savings compared to complete staircase replacement are frequently mentioned. A few report minor fragility during cutting, but the overwhelming majority consider the effort worthwhile and would recommend without hesitation.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Great job
Ordered online. Had them well packaged and waiting as I came in the door. Very good quality and at a fair price.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Retro stair tread
Would RecommendI was tired of the carpet on my stairs & found this to be the most cost efficient. The stairs look 110% better!!
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Beautiful hardwood results
Would RecommendThese overlays were the perfect answer to updating our old stairway which had been previously carpeted.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
very nice oak
Would RecommendI am refacing the steps to basement - have had very good results - very well made and accept stain and finish easily - very little sanding between coats
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Great price
Would RecommendSo glad I waited a few years to do my stairs. Lowe's has a great price for a very good product.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Watch this! Transform your stairs!
Would RecommendAlways measure carefully- but this was a straight forward project. We measured, cut, and then dry fit. Then prestain conditioner, 2 coats dark walnut, and 4 fast dry poly. Super nice result- watch the video associated with this product's installation.
Sweepstakes
Great Price.
The Tread is great to cover existing treads. Easy to stain.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
New Staircase
Would RecommendWe are Zain’s Construction and we recently had a stair job that would need new treads, We normally go to our stair vendors. This time we invested in prefab stair tread’s from Lowe’s and the job turned out to be amazing!
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
easy install
Would Recommendsolid oak with nice return molding on front. easily cut to fit, ease to finish to match existing stairs. worked well for me.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Very solid
Would RecommendVery solid construction and easy to work with. Takes a stain beautifully.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
We're thrilled to hear you're happy with the quality of these treads and found them easy to work with and are happy with the results. Thanks for taki... Read More
Thanks for taking the time to write a review, Edward. We're thrilled to hear you're happy with these oak stair treads and found ease in the installat... Read More